William C. Fanning, Jr.

William C. Fanning, Jr.

FANNING LAW, LLC
  • Family Law, Divorce, Business Law ...
  • District of Columbia, Maryland
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Attorney Bill Fanning has focused on family law in Maryland since 1993. He and the staff of Fanning Law, LLC understand the complexities associated with separation, divorce, custody, visitation, and other family law matters and will successfully help you and your family through these difficult issues. With over 20 years of experience handling family disputes, Bill Fanning has an in-depth understanding of the legal and emotional issues which affect you and your family. Looking to grow your family through adoption? Fanning Law, LLC can ably assist you and your family through the adoption process as well. One of Charles County's top full-service law firms, our La Plata, Maryland offices also represent clients involved in a large range of legal issues. Our effective litigation background is applied to cases involving business & employment issues, personal injury, criminal defense, wills and probate, and general civil litigation matters. Let our experience and skill work for you. Choose Fanning Law, LLC as Your Family Lawyer.

Practice Areas
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Additional Practice Area
  • Child Custody, Support, & Visitation
Fees
  • Credit Cards Accepted
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
District of Columbia
District of Columbia Bar
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Maryland
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4th Circuit
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U.S. Supreme Court
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Sole Practitioner
Fanning Law, LLC
- Current
Partner
Devine & Fanning, PA
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Partner
Devine, Fanning, & Greer, PA
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Adjunct Professor, Family Law & Paralegal Studies
College of Southern Maryland
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Partner
Fanning & Greer, PA
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Sole Practitioner
William C. Fanning, Jr., Esquire
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Attorney
Alexander & Cleaver, PA
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Legal Intern
National Labor Relations Board
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Federal employment law.
Counselor
Columbus Community Legal Services - Families and the Law Clinic
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Non-profit law clinic focusing on family law.
Education
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
J.D. (1991) | Law
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Honors: Moot Court Associate
Activities: Columbus Community Legal Services - Families and the Law Clinic
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Salisbury University
B.A. (1988) | Political Science
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Honors: Honor Society
Activities: Pi Lambda Phi Fraternity
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Awards
Honoree
Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service, Inc.
Recognition
Charles County Bar Association, Family Law Clinic
Recognition
St. Mary's County Law Clinic
Top Lawyers in Maryland
American Lawyer Media
Professional Associations
Federal Bar Association
Member
- Current
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District of Columbia Bar
Member
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Charles County Bar Association
Member
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Prince George's County Bar Association
Member
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Maryland State Bar Association
Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Butler v. Tilghman, 350 Md. 259, 711 A.2d 859 (1998)
Goshorn v. Goshorn, 154 Md.App. 194, 838 A.2d 1247 (Md.App. 2003)
Jurney v. Jurney (July 3, 2012)
Websites & Blogs
Website
Fanning Law, LLC
Blog
fanninglawllc
Contact & Map
FANNING LAW, LLC
201 Centennial Street, Suite 2-A
La Plata, MD 20646
Telephone: (301) 934-3620
Fax: (240) 523-6501
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 398
La Plata, MD 20646
Our Previous Office:
200 Washington Avenue
La Plata, MD 20646
Telephone: (301) 934-3620
Fax: (240) 523-6501