Professional Information:

Marina Barannik's practice focuses on all aspects of family law matters; including divorce, child custody, prenuptial, and postnuptial agreements. Building on her extensive experience in international affairs and political science, she has developed solid credentials in the field of matrimonial law. Ms. Barannik grew up in Russia, where she earned an M.A. in International Relations from Moscow State University of International Relations, and a Ph.D. in Political Science from the Institute of U.S. and Canadian Studies. She is admitted to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Current Employment Position:

Partner

Year Joined Organization:

2003

Areas of Practice:

Family Law

Bar Admissions:

Maryland
District of Columbia

Education:

The George Washington University Law School, Washington, District of Columbia, 2003 J.D., With Honors

Institute of U.S. & Canadian Studies, Moscow, Russia, 1989 Ph.D.

Moscow State University of International Relations, Moscow, Russia, 1981 M.A.
Major:  International Relations

Moscow State University of International Relations, Moscow, Russia, 1979 B.A.
Major:  International Relations

Professional Associations and Memberships:

Bar Association of the District of Columbia (2005 - present)

Bar Association of Montgomery County, Maryland, Member (2004 - present) 

Montgomery County Women's Bar Association, Member (2004 - present)

Past Employment Positions:

Institute of U.S. & Canadian Studies, Research Fellow (1982 - 1992)

Pro Bono Activities:

D.C. Bar Family Court Self-Help Center (2004 - present)
D.C. Bar Attorney Negotiator Project

Languages:

Russian