Judge Kevin G. Hessler: Professional Background and Legal Expertise

Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9B

Appointed By: Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan, Jr.

Biography

The Hon. Kevin G. Hessler is an associate judge for the Montgomery County Circuit Court in Maryland. He was appointed to the bench by Governor Larry Hogan on July 25, 2017.

Prior to his appointment, Hessler worked as an attorney in private practice, specializing in family law matters with complex financial aspects and high-conflict custody issues. He started as an associate at Miller & Steinberg (1982 to 1990) before becoming a partner at Miller, Steinberg & Hessler (1990 to 1999). He then joined Dragga, Callahan, Hannon & Hessler (renamed Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Wills), where he worked until his appointment to the bench.

Hessler earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and English from Bucknell University in 1978. He then completed a J.D. at the University of Baltimore School of Law in 1981. As a law student, Hessler was a legislative aide for Howard Baker of the United States Senate.

After graduating from law school, Hessler began his legal career as a law clerk to the Hon. John J. Mitchell of the Montgomery County Circuit Court (1981 to 1982) and the Hon. John P. Moore of the Maryland Court of Appeals (1982).

His memberships have included the Maryland State Bar Association, the Montgomery County Bar Association, and the Maryland Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. He also sat on the Montgomery County Commission for Women and the Select Committee on Gender Equality.

Hessler was born in Washington, D.C.

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Derek Middleton vs. Charles Arthur Corcoran, et al.

On March 6, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Mar 06, 2026

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Mar 07, 2026

In the Matter of Anthony Wilson

On February 9, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Feb 09, 2026

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Feb 23, 2026

Charles Keutcha, et al. vs. Jean Youmbi Fotso

On January 16, 2026 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jan 16, 2026

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Jan 20, 2026

In the Matter of Highland Electric Fleets, Inc.

On December 4, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Dec 04, 2025

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Dec 08, 2025

Baseema Hassen vs. Mohammed Mohiuddin

On November 7, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Nov 07, 2025

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Nov 10, 2025

In the Matter of Motor Vehicle Administration

On September 10, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Sep 10, 2025

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Sep 15, 2025

MID-ATLANTIC FEDERAL CREDIT UNION vs. CHRISTINE T DELEVA

On August 29, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Aug 29, 2025

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Sep 03, 2025

Abilio Ruiz vs. Montgomery County, Maryland

On July 7, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jul 07, 2025

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Jul 08, 2025

State Employees Credit Union of MD., Inc. vs. Anthony Emeka Anyanwu

On May 23, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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May 23, 2025

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May 26, 2025

In the Matter of Angela Costley

On May 15, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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May 15, 2025

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May 19, 2025

In the Matter of David Wallace et al.

On February 26, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Feb 26, 2025

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Feb 27, 2025

EHF King Farm, L.P. vs. Tiarra Medley

On February 24, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Feb 24, 2025

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Feb 25, 2025

In the Matter of Gerrell Fleet

On January 9, 2025 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jan 09, 2025

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Jan 09, 2025

RAD 6 Development Corporation vs. Lahasia Smith

On December 16, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Dec 16, 2024

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Dec 18, 2024

In the Matter of Vladimir Demidov

On November 21, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Nov 21, 2024

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Nov 25, 2024

State of Maryland vs. HASHEM TOUFAN KHOSRAVI

On September 18, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Sep 18, 2024

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Sep 20, 2024

FORT DETRICK/WALTER REED ARMY MEDICAL CENTER HOUSING LLC vs. ROBERT WYNN

On July 18, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jul 18, 2024

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Jul 23, 2024

In the Matter of Derronte R Hawkins

On July 9, 2024 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jul 09, 2024

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Jul 12, 2024

Jeffrey Demuth vs. Erie Insurance Exchange

On January 27, 2023 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jan 27, 2023

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Dismissal

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May 17, 2024

In the Matter of Nohemy Valle

On January 18, 2023 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jan 18, 2023

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Judgment on Appeal

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May 16, 2024

TLScontact (USA), Inc. vs. PAE National Security Solutions LLC

On January 13, 2023 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Jan 13, 2023

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Dismissal

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May 16, 2024

C-15-CV-22-003145

On August 23, 2022 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Aug 23, 2022

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Sep 15, 2022

In the Matter of Hawa Diakite

On August 22, 2022 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Aug 22, 2022

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Judgment (Other)

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Sep 15, 2022

In the Matter of Motor Vehicle Administration

On August 19, 2022 a case was filed in the jurisdiction of Montgomery County. Judge Kevin G. Hessler presiding.

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Aug 19, 2022

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About

Kevin G. Hessler
Current Appointment Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9B	Montgomery County Circuit Court, Department Courtroom 9B
Education J.D., University of Baltimore School of Law - 1981 Bachelor's degree, Bucknell University - 1978	J.D., University of Baltimore School of Law - 1981 Bachelor's degree, Bucknell University - 1978

Court Info

Court Info
Current Court:	MD - Montgomery County Circuit Court
Clerk phone:	+1 (240) 777-9304
Assignment Office:	+1 (240) 777-9000
Court Administrator:	+1 (240) 777-9100
Courtroom Clerks:	+1 (240) 777-9513

Career History

Career History
Role	Employer	Where
Associate Judge	Montgomery County Circuit Court	Montgomery County, Maryland
Partner	Dragga, Hannon, Hessler & Wills	None
Partner	Dragga, Callahan, Hannon & Hessler	None
Partner	Miller, Steinberg & Hessler	None
Associate	Miller & Steinberg	None
Law Clerk	Maryland Court of Appeals	None
Law Clerk	Montgomery County Circuit Court	Montgomery County, Maryland