Rebecca Shankman
About Rebecca Shankman
Rebecca Shankman is a lawyer based in Bethesda, MD and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Rebecca Shankman is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Collaborative Law: Family Law
- Family Law
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Feldman Jackson PC
Education: American University Washington College of Law, J.D., graduated 2002 and Bates College, B.A., with Honors, graduated 1997
Location: Bethesda, MD
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