A Team Built for Complex Family Matters

Lloyd Malech | Founder & Lead Attorney

Strategy, counsel, and the direction behind every case.

Lloyd A. Malech has represented clients in divorce, child custody, child support, modifications, enforcement, domestic violence, and related family law matters for more than 30 years. He brings that depth of experience to both contested litigation and negotiated resolution, with a record built on preparation, strategy, and a clear-eyed read of each client’s situation.

Lloyd leads Malech Law from the firm’s Bethesda, Maryland office. He sits at the center of the firm’s strategy, shaping how each matter is approached and guiding clients through the decisions that carry the most weight. Clients often first meet Lloyd through the questions that bring them to family law – and through the firm’s Ask Lloyd series, where he shares a practical perspective on the issues families face most often.

He believes in supporting clients through all aspects of the legal process – not just the legal mechanics, but the human reality that surrounds them. With a dedicated team working alongside him, Lloyd leads a practice built on experience, reliability, and results.

Education:

• George Washington University Law School, J.D. – 1994
• Rutgers College, General Honors Program, B.A., Cum Laude – 1990

Bar & Court Admissions:

• Member, Maryland Bar
• Member, District of Columbia Bar
• Admitted to the Maryland Supreme Court
• Admitted to the District of Columbia Court of Appeals
• Admitted to the U.S. District Court and Circuit Court for Maryland
• Admitted to the U.S. District Court and Circuit Court for the District of Columbia

Professional Associations:

• Maryland State Bar Association
• Montgomery County Bar Association
• DC Bar Association
• Superior Court Trial Lawyers Association
• American Bar Association
• Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Certified Member
• International Academy of Collaborating Professionals

Honors & Recognition:

• 2026 Best of Bethesda, Finalist
• Member of NAFLA, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
• 2026 Top Rated Lawyers in Maryland
• AVVO Highest Rating: 10/10

Tiyah Koney | Family Law Clerk

A strong foundation in family law, research, and trial preparation.

Tiyah Koney brings experience across complex litigation, legal research, trial preparation, and client relations. She has assisted in a wide range of family law matters across the jurisdictions of Washington, D.C. and Maryland. Her work includes drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda; preparing matters for hearings and trial; conducting legal research; communicating regularly with clients, chambers, opposing counsel, and legal professionals; and managing document review and production in high-conflict domestic litigation matters. Her background spans private practice and nonprofit legal organizations, serving individual clients and policy-focused initiatives alike. Her professionalism, strong communication skills, and approachable nature allow her to work closely with clients, helping them understand procedural requirements, gather necessary documentation, and remain informed during every stage of litigation.

She earned her Juris Doctor in 2023 and distinguished herself through several leadership roles, competitive advocacy, and extensive public service while in law school. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with a Pre-Law concentration, where she earned the highest score on her department’s graduation examination.

Honors & Credentials:

• Received the Pro Bono Student Award for completing more than 200 hours of pro bono service
• Captain of the National Phi Alpha Delta Mock Trial Team and a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Honors Society
• Selected as an ABA Student Scholar and founded a student mentorship initiative