Marna S. Tucker, Family Law Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
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Marna S. Tucker is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Tucker PLLC.
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- Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
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- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Marna S. Tucker: Marna S. Tucker is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Tucker PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Marna S. Tucker
Marna concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Marna handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Marna takes family law matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Marna agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Marna S. Tucker — Attorney of District of Columbia family law experience
Marna S. Tucker is an attorney based in Washington, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Family Law. Currently practicing at Tucker PLLC.
Marna S. Tucker has practiced law in the domestic relations field for almost forty years, and is a nationwide expert in complex divorces, domestic violence and prenuptial matters. She has been recognized several times as one of the "Top Divorce Lawyers" by the Washingtonian Magazine as well as one of the "Top Lawyers" in Washington, D.C. She was noted as one of the top divorce lawyers in the nation by Town and Country magazine. She is a Fellow of the prestigious American College of Trial Lawyers and a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. The Legal Times recently honored her as one of "Washington's 90 Greatest Lawyers in the last Thirty Years."
She has gained prominence for her leadership in the legal community, having been elected the first woman president of the District of Columbia Bar in 1984 and the first woman president of the National Conference of Bar Presidents. She chaired the Federal Judicial Center Foundation Board, having been appointed by Chief Justice William Rehnquist. Ms. Tucker also chaired the Fellows of the American Bar Foundation and various ABA Commissions and Committees. She currently chairs the ABA Commission on Civics Education in our Nation’s Schools.
In the community, she chaired the Mayor's Commission on Violence Against Women. She has served as a member of the Board of Regents of Georgetown University, a member of the Board of Visitors of Georgetown Law Center, and as a founding Board member of the National Women's Law Center. She has been honored by the American Bar Association with the Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award and the Robert Drinan Distinguished Service Award. The National Organization for Women awarded her its 2008 Intrepid Woman Award.
She has also been honored by the Women's Bar Association of the District of Columbia as Woman Lawyer of the Year, and by the Georgetown University Law Center with its Alumni Achievement Award.
She has been an Adjunct professor of Law at Georgetown University Law Center where she received her LL.B., and a Lecturer of Law at Catholic University Columbus School of Law. She received an Honorary Doctor of Laws from the District of Columbia School of Law.
Working with Marna on a family law matter
Marna S. Tucker has practiced law in the domestic relations field for almost forty years, and is a nationwide expert in complex divorces, domestic violence and prenuptial matters. She has been recognized several times as one of the "Top Divorce Lawyers" by the Washingtonian Magazine as well as one of the "Top Lawyers" in Washington, D.C. She was noted as one of the top divorce lawyers in the…
Who Marna represents
Marna reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Marna S. Tucker's legal education and bar admissions
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1966
Marna studied at J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Marna completed J.D. in Georgetown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Marna runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Marna S. Tucker
Marna has received 26 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon “500 Leading Family Lawyers” – Family Law, Litigation (2026)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America –
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (1987-2023, 2025)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Washington, DC,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — list – Family Law (2020-2025)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — “Top 100” list – Family Law (2010-2019)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — – Women in the Law (2016)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The American Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Lifetime Achievement Award (2015)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , “Top 100” list (2010-2012)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , “Top 50 Women” list (2010-2013)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washingtonian
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Magazine, Top Lawyer – Divorce and Family Law (2007, 2009)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — American Jewish Congress, National Capital Area – Golda Meir Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Annual Alumni Achievement Award, Georgetown Alumni Club
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Exceptional Achievement Award, NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc.
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award, American Bar Association
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Conference of Bar Presidents Outstanding Fellows Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Legal Aid and Defender Association Annual Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Organization for Women (NOW) Intrepid Woman Award
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Robert Drinan Distinguished Service Award, American Bar Association
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trinity College, Woman of Genius
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Woman Lawyer of the Year, Women’s Bar Association of the District of Columbia
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Lawdragon “500 Leading Family Lawyers” – Family Law, Litigation (2026) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America – (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (1987-2023, 2025) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Selected to the Washington, DC, (2026).
Locations
Marna S. Tucker's office in Washington
Marna's primary office is at 1225 Nineteenth Street, NW, Suite 400, Washington, District of Columbia, 20036. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Tucker PLLC
1225 Nineteenth Street, NW, Suite 400
Washington, District of Columbia 20036
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How to hire Marna S. Tucker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Marna usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Marna charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marna's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Marna will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Marna
Marna discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Marna confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Marna's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Marna S. Tucker
How much does it cost to hire Marna for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Marna walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Marna offer a free consultation?
Marna charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Marna's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Marna's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Marna gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Marna take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Marna is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Marna will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Marna?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Marna will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Marna accepting new family law clients right now?
Marna's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia
Marna handles family law matters throughout District of Columbia. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified family law attorneys in that community.
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