May, Katherine E.

Diana K. Wyles is a native of Prince George's County, Maryland, a life-long learner, and is dedicated to creating a friendly and comfortable relationship with each client, where clients understand the legal process and actively participate in their representation. Attorney Wyles has a strong academic history, a strong work ethic, and a desire to keep her clients well informed and satisfied with the services she renders. She is committed to advocating vigorously for the needs of those she represents.

Ms. Wyles attended the College of Notre Dame of Maryland and graduated in 1999, magna cum laude, with a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology and minor in Sociology. After graduating, she took a position as a Research Associate for the Woodbourne Community Partnership (WCP) in Baltimore, Maryland, working with at-risk schools to improve school climate and achievement.

After a year with the WCP, Ms. Wyles was offered a position as a Special Education Teacher in Prince George's County, where she worked for eight years, attaining the position of Special Education Coordinator after only one year of service. It is here where she developed her strong advocacy skills and compassion for assisting and advocating for the needs of youth with disabilities.

During the last four years of Ms. Wyles' service with Prince George's County Public School System, she was enrolled in the Evening Division of The Catholic University, Columbus School of Law, where she obtained a Juris Doctorate in 2008.

Since graduating from law school, Ms. Wyles has actively participated in pro bono programs with Community Legal Services of Prince George's County, offering legal services in the areas of family law and foreclosure prevention. Additionally, she has been mentored by top attorneys in the DC Metropolitan area who practice education law, family law, and foreclosure prevention.

Currently, Ms. Wyles works with several clients on family law and education issues, as well as works with clients on matters involving filmmaking and music production. Additionally, she has aided clients with the incorporation of businesses and has worked closely with a local charter school on preparing and submitting documents to apply for federal non-profit status.

Ms. Wyles is barred by the Maryland State Bar Association and the District of Columbia Bar Association. She is a member of the American Bar Association, the Prince George's County Bar Association, the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, and the Washington Area Lawyers for the Arts.