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I have been practicing and specialzing in Family Law for over 16 years and opened my own practice in 2014. I specilize in divorce, separation, spousal support, child support, equitable distribution, modification of support and/or custody and related family matters. I often practice in the jurisdictions of Fairfax, Prince William, Arlington, Stafford, Fredericksburg, Loudoun and Alexandria.

I am an avid golfer and basketball player.  I enjoy coaching and mentoring kids and helping people in general.  Star Wars, super-hero shows, and post-apocalyptic shows and movies are my thing (Walking Dead!). Practicing law is a great honor.

I am a criminal defense and traffic ticket lawyer with Firstpoint Law Group, P.C., in Fairfax, Virginia. I have a strong record in the courtroom and am dedicated to each client I represent. I handle a wide variety of criminal cases, ranging from white collar crimes like larceny and fraud, violent crimes and sex crimes, and more common cases like domestic violence and driving under the influence.. I can also help clean up your criminal record, and help fight traffic violations.

Heidi Ricker was born and raised in Deale, Maryland and graduated from the University of Maryland.  She received her Juris Doctor from the George Mason School of Law.  Since then she has made Virginia her home and has adeptly handed complex family law matters in all counties in Northern Virginia.  She understands the difficulties surrounding the divorce process, including matters of support, equitable distribution and child custody and visitation.  Ms. Ricker is a highly effective negotiator and has successfully settled cases without the client having to go through the stress and expense of trial.  Yet with her passion for attention to detail and thorough preperation, Ms. Ricker is an affecting adversary in trial.  Ms. Ricker also has experience in criminal law, personal injury, and estate planning.

For more than 15 years, Leigh has been helping families and individuals navigate matters that include divorce, custody, visitation, spousal support, child support, property division and protective orders. She represents clients throughout Northern Virginia in all aspects of domestic relations litigation. While litigation is a fundamental aspect of her practice, the majority of her cases settle outside of court. It is Leigh’s goal to help clients reach an agreement in the most efficient way possible. Doing so aids in preserving relationships and minimizing adverse effects.. Every family law case takes its own unique path through the legal system and into resolution. Ideally, the people involved in the case are able to determine the outcome, as opposed to a judge making the final decision. Leigh provides sound advice to clients on how to resolve disputes in a way that protects their best interests. Time and again, she empowers people to develop their own agreements and steers them onto the best possible path for the future. Leigh is also a zealous advocate for her clients in court.

Evan Farr is widely recognized as one of the leading Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys in Virginia and one of the foremost experts in the Country in the field of Medicaid Asset Protection and related Trusts.  Evan is a Certified Elder Law Attorney (through the National Elder Law Foundatio) and a Member of the Council of Advanced Practitioners through the the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Evan's firm is dedicated to helping protect seniors and their families by preserving dignity, quality of life, and financial security. Evan is also a 3-time National Best Selling Author. Evan is AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell, is listed in Best Lawyers in America, has been named one of America's Premiere Experts, and has been named by SuperLawyers.com as one of the top 5% of Elder Law and Estate Planning attorneys in Virginia every year since 2007, and in the Washington, DC Metro Area every year since 2008. In 2011, Evan was named by Washingtonian Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the DC Metropolitan area, by Northern Virginia Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the Northern Virginia area, and by Newsweek Magazine as one of the top attorneys in the country.. Evan is a nationally renowned author and frequent educator of attorneys across the U.S. As an expert to the experts, Evan has educated tens of thousands of attorneys across the country through speaking and writing for organizations such as the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), the American Law Institute-American Bar Association (ALI-ABA), the National Business Institute (NBI), the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (VAELA), the Virginia Bar Association (VBA), Virginia Continuing Legal Education (Virginia CLE) , and the District of Columbia Bar Association. In addition to his Best-Selling books: Protect and Defend, The Nursing Home Survival Guide, How to Protect Your Assets from Probate and Long-Term Care, Evan has published dozens of articles that have appeared in the popular press, and numerous scholarly publications for the legal profession, including two legal treatises published by and available through ALI-ABA: Planning and Defending Asset Protection Trusts and Trusts for Senior Citizens.. --. Virginia has no procedure for approving certifying organizations.

Each one of us has unique experiences in life. The family is central to our support system. It is the most important thing we have to call ours. When there is a breakdown in a family and important decisions need to be made, I believe that knowledge is power. When it comes to family law many are often discouraged, my mission is to EMPOWER you with the tools to make the right decisions.. I believe that EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, and ACCESSIBILITY are key.

Debra has been devoted to representing clients in matters of family law throughout northern Virginia for two decades. She focuses on negotiating and drafting agreements and she regularly appears in court for motions and trials involving all aspects of divorce and post-divorce litigation in Fairfax Circuit Court and the surrounding jurisdictions. She compassionately helps families navigate difficult issues such as child support, child custody, divorce, property division, premarital agreements, and spousal support.. Debra knows all too well the emotions involved when a family is embroiled in a legal dispute. She provides her clients not only legal advice, but also guidance and support so they do not feel lost or overwhelmed by the process itself. She communicates and discusses options with her clients through every step so together they can determine the best way forward in their unique case. This is crucial in empowering clients to make well-informed decisions about their future.. Debra has received a number of accolades from the legal community for her client-focused nature, professionalism with her colleagues, advocacy skills, and knowledge of the law.

Deborah A. Wilson. FAMILY LAW. Deborah A. Wilson, Esq., is the owner of a boutique family law firm located in historic Fairfax City, Virginia. She has practiced family law for over 25 years and has earned a solid reputation as a compassionate and fair-minded attorney. An AV® rated Martindale-Hubbell attorney, she has earned the highest possible peer review rating in legal ability and ethical standards. Ms. Wilson has litigated a number of family law cases and was named 2011 Top Lawyer by Northern Virginia magazine. In 2012, she was honored to be listed in: Virginia’s Top Rated Lawyers, Washington D.C. & Baltimore’s Top Rated Lawyers, and Washington D.C.’s Women Leaders in the Law.. She has served on the Virginia State Bar (“VSB”) Disciplinary Board; VSB Professionalism Faculty; and VSB Judicial Nomination Committee. She served as a Fairfax County Circuit Court Commissioner in Chancery and currently serves as a Court Conciliator for the Fairfax County Juvenile & Domestic Relations General District Court. Ms. Wilson is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center.. Deborah A. Wilson, Attorney at Law. 4161 Chain Bridge Road Fairfax, VA 22030

David Horowitz exclusively practices Virginia Family Law.  He is widely recognized for guiding clients in the settlement of sensitive Family Law issues and for vigorous representation if a client’s problem results in litigation. His litigation experience covers the full spectrum of Family Law disputes.. Mr. Horowitz is best known for hard-hitting trial practice, impeccable preparation, tough negotiating, and the strategic advice and insights he provides to clients, drawing from his years of practice focusing on multifaceted Family Law issues.  Virginia Family Law is very complex, taking up approximately 30% – 50% of Northern Virginia courts’ dockets and Mr. Horowitz keeps abreast of the newest developments so he can guide his clients toward the best strategies for resolving their case.. Clients take confidence in Mr. Horowitz’s calm, compassionate and determined demeanor (and well-timed levity) when handling intense and emotionally-charged cases, including some of the most heart-wrenching conflicts that families unfortunately face.. Mr. Horowitz takes great pride in the many referrals he has received from former clients, people who have observed him argue in court, colleagues, and other lawyers from jurisdictions as far away as Fredericksburg and Charlottesville, Virginia.. Mr. Horowitz is admitted to practice law in one jurisdiction, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and is available to share his knowledge and strategic insights about Virginia Family Law with interested private groups, associations, communities and organizations.

Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), Elizabeth has demonstrated her expertise in elder law and special needs law for nearly 20 years. Elizabeth focuses her practice in the areas of estate planning, elder law, special needs planning, guardianships, and the administration of estates. She provides experience, compassion and a meticulous attention to details in all of her work. This includes the drafting of trusts (including special needs trusts, pet trusts, trusts to minimize income taxes and capital gains), wills, powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney (also known as advance medical directives), and other succession planning documents. Elizabeth has the experience to find solutions to each client’s individual needs rather than simply using forms or other “boiler plate” materials. She has developed a reputation among her peers in the legal community as the “go to” person in the areas of elder law and special needs planning.. In addition, Elizabeth is a member of the Special Needs Alliance – an invitation-only nationwide attorney organization. She is a Past-President and the 2011 recipient of the “Outstanding Member” award of the Virginia chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA); a member of NAELA’s invitation-only Council of Advanced Practitioners; and former co-chair of three different sections of the Fairfax County Bar Association. She is a current member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and sits on the Board of Directors of Brain Injury Services.. Her other accolades include: AV® Preeminent™ ranking by Martindale-Hubbell and a “Superb” rating on AVVO. Elizabeth has been listed in Best Lawyers of America each year since 2012, an honor given to only 5% of attorneys; a recipient of the Influential Women of Virginia class of 2012; a SuperLawyer in Elder Law for Virginia and Washington, D.C. each year since 2009. Named in Washingtonian Magazine among the top elder law attorneys in the Washington, D.C. area since 2009; and listed in Northern Virginia Magazine among the top elder law attorneys in the Northern Virginia area since 2011. Additionally, in 2015 Elizabeth was recognized by her legal peers as “Lawyer of the Year” in Elder Law for Metropolitan DC in U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Lawyers – 2015” guide.. The award she is most proud of is the “Legal Assistance Distinguished Service Award” from the American Bar Association for helping victims of the September 11 attacks.. Quoted in such publications as MSN Money and The Washington Post, Elizabeth provides frequent educational seminars for the public and helps fellow attorneys hone their skills by teaching Continuing Legal Education classes (CLE).. Elizabeth Gray has been practicing law since 1996. She is a member of the bar of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Rather than going to a typical law school, Liz is a Virginia “law reader.” Under the law reader program, the student apprentices with an attorney under the guidelines issued by the Virginia Supreme Court and at the end of the program the student is eligible to take the Virginia Bar Examination. This unique way of obtaining her legal education has given her a down to earth attitude and an approachable style.. When she is not working, you can find Elizabeth watching her teenage son play soccer, reading, jogging, or just spending time with her family – her son, husband, and their beloved Weimaraner, Casper. A little-known fact: Elizabeth is a former professional violinist, having played with the Binghamton Symphony Orchestra and the Binghamton Pops.

Born and raised in Fairfax, Virginia, Liza Yang is a graduate of the Fairfax County Public School system. She then went on to study Spanish and Journalism at Wake Forest University before returning home and working as the Office Manager at Greenspun Shapiro for more than ten years. In that position, Liza learned not only the administrative side of Greenspun Shapiro, but she also gained experience speaking with clients, learning about the court system, and helping with casework as needed.. Yearning for additional challenges and fulfillment, Liza decided to apply for law school. She attended George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School as a Mason Scholar. During her three years at George Mason, Liza participated in multiple Trial Advocacy competitions. Her trial team brought George Mason its first trial advocacy national championship when Liza and her team won the Quinnipiac National Criminal Justice Trial Advocacy Competition.. Upon graduating from law school, Liza was the recipient of the Virginia Trial Lawyers’ Association Student Advocacy Award, given to one student at each Virginia law school who is going to take the Virginia bar exam and who best exemplifies the attributes of an effective trial advocate, including a dedication to preserving the rights of individuals and excellence in trial skills.. In law school, Liza was lucky enough to have the opportunity to study Constitutional Law under a Supreme Court Justice during a summer study abroad program. She also served on the student boards of the Trial Advocacy team and Pro Bono Society.. Committed to giving back to her community, and an avid supporter of breaking down the stigma of mental illness, Liza is also an active volunteer and past Board Member with the National Alliance on Mental Illness Northern Virginia. She has helped lead multiple Greenspun Shapiro fundraisers that have raised thousands of dollars for this important organization.. Liza is enjoying her new role as an Associate Attorney at Greenspun Shapiro, zealously representing individuals on their criminal, traffic, and civil cases throughout the Northern Virginia courts. When she’s not in court, Liza can be found with her Ohio State-loving husband and their dog at their Fairfax County home, or spending time with her parents, siblings, and adorable nephew and nieces.

Benjamin Griffitts is a Northern Virginia native who has spent the past 14 years representing individuals charged with criminal and traffic offenses in Manassas and throughout Virginia. He appears in courts across Prince William County, Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Fauquier and Fairfax, handling every type of case—from homicides and serious sexual offenses to drug, theft and violent crimes, as well as misdemeanors and traffic infractions. Mr. Griffitts is known for his diligent, zealous advocacy and his thorough knowledge of Virginia’s court systems—which he uses to his clients’ advantage in every matter.

As a native of Northern Virginia, I focus my practice on results-driven representation in family law matters, including contested divorce, child custody, child and spousal support, and equitable distribution. I regularly handle high-net-worth cases and have represented business owners, executives, media figures, and public officials in Virginia, Maryland, and D.C. In one year alone, my firm oversaw over $500 million in marital assets through negotiation and litigation. I’ve been qualified as an expert in Virginia family law in a foreign jurisdiction and recognized by Forbes, Washingtonian, Northern Virginia Magazine, Super Lawyers, and others. My goal is to provide strategic, effective advocacy with discretion and integrity.. Areas of Practice: Contested Divorce, High Asset/Complex Divorce, Spousal Support, Child Support, Child Visitation and Custody, Equitable Distribution, and Prenuptial Agreement Review

Andrew Stewart is an experienced criminal defense attorney who represents clients charged with state and federal crimes in Northern Virginia. He works diligently to get the best result for his clients through trial or negotiation. In order to provide the highest quality of service to his clients, Mr. Stewart limits the number of new cases that he accepts.

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