Emily P. Shank is a family law attorney experienced in a wide scope of matters. Ms. Shank handles divorce, custody, property division, child support, alimony, pre-marital agreements, marital settlement agreements, guardianships, adoptions, protective orders, and LGBTQ+ matters. She has repeatedly served as a Court appointed attorney in guardianship and custody proceedings. In addition to litigation, Ms. Shank is a mediator and a best interest attorney. She is also qualified in Collaborative Divorce. Ms. Shank knows that when someone is in the throws of a family dispute, it is likely one of the worst periods of their life. They are often angry, sad, confused, and overwhelmed. She knows that it can feel lonely and makes a point to remind her clients that they are not in this alone. Although Ms. Shank has a gentle bedside manner with her clients, she is a fierce advocate. Ms. Shank believes in giving back to the community and as such is an ACLU of Maryland Know Your Rights trainer, and a volunteer attorney with Kids In Need of Defense, Maryland Volunteer Lawyer Services, and the Carroll County Family Law Clinic.

Practice areas include: family Law, general civil litigation, landlord tenant, contract drafting and negotiation, and juvenile criminal defense.

I'm running because healthcare is--and should be treated as-- a human right; because the gender pay gap isn't going to close itself; because our kids deserve a school system that can fulfill its promises both now and in the future; and to encourage more families to make Carroll County home. www.emilyshankfordelegate.comAuthority Emily Shank for Delegate, Richard Boswell, Treasurer.

 Conduct research and write memorandum for seven District Court Judges. Draft Orders and Opinions for Judges’ review, providing relevant supporting law. Provide case synopses along with applicable law for Judges before trials or settlement conferences. Act as liaison between Judges and parties with business before the Court.

 Make Court appearances for probation violation, detentions, and petitions (charges) filed against Minor Write motions requesting informal probation  Conduct client interviews and counseling

Chambers of the Honorable Judge Anthony J. Battaglia Researched and drafted Order considering a Motion for Class Certification Researched and drafted partial memorandum addressing challenges to expert testimony in criminal case on review by Ninth Circuit

 Researched and wrote motion requesting restoration of capital co-defendant case to original venue Researched and wrote memorandum advising supervising attorney on state law relating to sentencing enhancements, special circumstances, and utilization of both for plea negotiations Researched and wrote motion for severance of co-defendants and charges

 Researched and drafted motions on breach of contract, and leave to file late claim against government Researched and wrote memorandum regarding vicarious liability in sexual assault claim Helped attorneys prepare for depositions by reviewing medical records, highlighting relevant information and preparing timelines Drafted Special Interrogatories, Requests for Production, Requests for Admissions, and Meet and Confer Letters

Built network and recruited nurses to fill traveling nurse positionsPrepared nurses for interviews and facilitated salary negotiations.

Supervised 10 employees and maintained $2 million in merchandise.Led team in achieving a 30% increase in annual sales, 2006 and maintained steady growth.Earned promotion to the manager trainee program after two months.