About Shelly Maynard

Shelly Maynard Ingram practices family law in Fulton, Maryland — She is the owner of her law firm, Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, which she established in 2012. The firm focuses on various aspects of family law, including divorce, arbitration and mediation, and domestic violence cases. Shelly is dedicated to providing clients with comprehensive legal support throughout their family law matters. She earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law in 2003. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Maryland - College Park in 1997.

Her educational background gave her strong communication skills, which are essential in family law practice. During her career, she has developed a understanding of the complexities involved in family disputes and the emotional challenges faced by clients. Most of her work involves representing clients in divorce proceedings and mediation sessions. Cases typically range from contested divorces to amicable separations, where she helps clients navigate the legal field. Shelly also addresses issues related to child custody and support, ensuring that the best interests of children are prioritized. Her mediation training enhances her ability to facilitate discussions between parties, aiming for resolutions that avoid lengthy court battles.

Before establishing her own practice, Shelly worked working in various legal settings. She has completed extensive mediation training, including certifications in parenting and child access issues, property and financial issues, and collaborative law. These qualifications enable her to approach family law cases with a focus on resolution and cooperation, rather than conflict. Shelly is actively involved in several professional associations. She is a member of the Maryland State Bar and the Howard County Bar Association. Additionally, she participates in the Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Service and the Montgomery County Bar Foundation's Pro Bono Program, providing legal assistance to those in need.

Her commitment to community service reflects her dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of others. In her practice, Shelly emphasizes the importance of understanding her clients' unique situations. She believes that effective communication and empathy are key to successful outcomes in family law matters. Through her firm, she aims to create a supportive environment for clients, guiding them through the often challenging and emotional legal processes involved in family law.

Education

University of Maryland - College Park

B.A. (1997) | English

1997

University of Baltimore School of Law

J.D. (2003)

Experience

Lawyer/ Owner

Law Office of Shelly M. Ingram, LLC
2012

Accepted Jurisdictions

Maryland

Court Admissions

Maryland Circuit Court State Trial Court

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Divorce Arbitration & Mediation Domestic Violence

Legal Services Scope

Initial consultations Mediation Court proceedings

Certifications & Awards

20-Hour Parenting and Child Access Issues - Mediation Training

The Mediation Center

20-Hour Property and Financial Issues - Mediation Training

The Mediation Center

Settlement Conference Facilitation Skills Training

District Court of Maryland

Child Counsel Training

Maryland Judiciary - Administrative Office of the Courts

Collaborative Law Training

Administrative Office of the Courts - Department of Family Administration

Basic Mediation Workshop

Mediation Matters

Professional Associations

Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Service

Volunteer Lawyer 2013 - Current

Howard County Collaborative Practice

has membership - Collaborative Lawyer 2013 - Current

Howard County Bar Association

has membership 2012 - Current

Maryland Program for Mediator Excellence

has membership 2012 - Current

International Academy of Collaborative Professionals

has membership 2012 - Current

Montgomery County Bar Foundation - Pro Bono Program

Volunteer Lawyer 2010 - Current

American Bar Association

has membership 2007 - Current

Montgomery County Bar Foundation

has membership 2006 - Current

Maryland State Bar

has membership 2004 - Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 8161 Maple Lawn Boulevard Suite 330 Fulton MD 20759