Kayleigh M. Anselm is an Associate at Brodsky Renehan Pearlstein & Bouquet, where she represents clients in family law matters throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. She joined the firm in 2021 following a two-and-a-half-year judicial clerkship with the Honorable Christopher C. Fogleman of the Circuit Court for Montgomery County. Her experience within the court system provides valuable insight into judicial decision-making and effective case strategy.
Ms. Anselm’s legal background includes work in international law, and public interest advocacy. During law school, she interned with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, Juvenile Court Division, and served as a student attorney in the International Human Rights Law Clinic, where she provided pro bono legal services. She also completed legal work in Bamenda, Cameroon, further expanding her experience in complex legal environments.
Practice Areas
Kayleigh M. Anselm handles a range of family law matters, including:
- Divorce and legal separation
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support and alimony
- Family law litigation
Experience & Professional Involvement
Ms. Anselm is actively involved in the legal community and maintains membership in several professional organizations, including:
- Maryland State Bar Association
- Montgomery County Bar Association
- Montgomery County Inns of Court
- Women’s Bar Association
Education & Background
- Juris Doctor — American University Washington College of Law, 2017
- Bachelor of Arts, English Literature — University of Pittsburgh, 2014
While in law school, Ms. Anselm participated in the Marshall Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project, teaching Constitutional Law and Criminal Law to high school students in Washington, D.C. She also has an international background, having studied abroad in Florence, Italy, where she volunteered as an instructor at an elementary school. She brings a global perspective to her legal work.
Background
Raised in a military family, Ms. Anselm has a strong commitment to service and community involvement. Her professional path reflects a consistent focus on helping individuals navigate complex, challenging situations through practical legal guidance and support.