Andrew R. Italia

Principal

Andrew Italia is a Principal with the Rismiller Law Group, focusing his practice in all aspects of Family Law, including divorce, child custody disputes, and domestic violence. He also specializes in Mediation/ADR. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Italia clerked for the Honorable Michael D. Mason, presiding judge for the Montgomery County Circuit Court, where he gained experience with a wide variety of matters, ranging from counsel disqualification issues, familial custody disputes and complex civil litigation. He also previously worked with the University of Maryland School of Law Appellate and Post Conviction Clinic, the Maryland State Attorney’s Office for Howard County, the Maryland Office of the Public Defender for Montgomery County, and the Maryland State Attorney’s Office for Montgomery County.

“I enjoy assisting clients to navigate through challenging times and move forward in a positive direction.”

– Andrew Italia

Mr. Italia obtained his Juris Doctor Degree Cum Laude from the University of Maryland School of Law. While attending law school, he was appointed to the Order of the Barrister, served as President of the Moot Court Board, and was named a semi-finalist in the Myerowitz Moot Court Competition. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Italia obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Government and Politics, summa cum laude, from the University of Maryland. While at College Park, he worked as the Senior Staff Writer and Film Critic for the Maryland Diamondback newspaper and was a member of the Primannum and Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Societies.

Mr. Italia is admitted to practice law in both Maryland and the District of Columbia. He has been an associate of the American Inns of Court for Montgomery County, a member of the Maryland Bar Association, and was selected as part of the inaugural class of the Leadership Academy of the Montgomery County Bar Association. He is a certified mediator with a specialty in resolving family law disputes and is a Child’s Best Interest Attorney. He has consistently received Rising Star recognition as a Super Lawyer in the state of Maryland.

Bar Admissions

Education

Maryland
District of Columbia

University of Maryland School of Law, J.D.
University of Maryland, B.S. Government and Politics, summa cum laude

Professional Memberships

Awards

Bar Association of Maryland
Bar Association of Montgomery County

Americas Most Honored Professional
American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2019
Super Lawyers, Maryland

Thank You

“Thank you Andrew. You helped make a difficult situation run smoothly. I had full confidence in you and your team and appreciated not having to worry.”

Very Thoughtful

“I highly appreciate all your help. You’ve been very thoughtful for every detail during the case and I can’t express how much I appreciate all your help taking care for every little detail.”

I can’t tell you how happy I am

“I can’t tell you how happy I am back in the house. The kids seem better. Everything is just better and I have you to thank for all of that.”

I would not have gotten through this without your guidance

“I have said this before, but wanted to offer my sincere gratitude for all you have done for me throughout this difficult process. I know for sure I would not have gotten through this without your guidance and support.”

Contact Us

Located in the heart of Montgomery County, the RLG Law offices are next to the Circuit Court and District Court buildings, and conveniently situated within walking distance to the Rockville Metro Station.