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Matthew Smith is a managing partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. He is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody and support cases. Mr. Smith works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represents clients in Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington and all across Northern Virginia.An attorney since 2005, Mr. Smith has litigated every type of family law case in the courts of Northern Virginia, including high value equitable distribution cases, custody, support, and military divorce cases. He is the attorney in the firm most experienced in navigating the Fairfax County court system.One of the firm’s most knowledgeable military divorce lawyers, Matthew Smith is intimately familiar with issues of military retirement, the Uniformed Services Former Spouses Protection Act, the Survivor Benefit Plan, disability pay, and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.. Mr. Smith holds the prestigious AV Preeminent rating (the highest possible rating) for ethical standards and legal ability from Martindale-Hubbell. Mr. Smith has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America for his work in Family Law every year since 2017. He was named a Super Lawyer in 2022–2025, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2015–2020. Mr. Smith also holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Matthew Smith resides with his wife and two sons in Tysons Corner.

Matthew Kensky was born in VA and grew up in Chesterfield County, VA.  He graduated cum laude with a Bachelors in Political Science from JMU in Harrisonburg, VA, and in 1996 to northern VA to attend law school.   Matthew earned his Juris Doctorate from George Mason School of Law in Arlington.  He has lived in northern VA for 24+ years.

Matt Perushek has practiced personal injury law his entire career. He exclusively represents plaintiffs, those who were injured because of the negligence of others. He has represented clients in wrongful death, medical malpractice, brain injury, products liability, and serious automobile collision cases. Matt has tried cases in courts throughout Virginia, including Fairfax, Arlington, Prince William, Loudoun, Henrico, and Fredericksburg. Matt also has experience representing clients in federal court cases, including cases filed under the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA).. Matt has authored briefs filed with the Supreme Court of Virginia, and he has argued before the Court on a number of occasions. Additionally, Matt is a member of the Amicus Curiae Committee of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. The committee serves as the voice for injured people when the Court is faced with a legal issue that may impact their rights and well-being.. Since joining the firm, Matt has been involved in numerous successful trials and settlements. He has been recognized as a Rising Star by SuperLawyers since 2015 and as a Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers Association. He is a past president of the Young Lawyers Section of the Fairfax Bar Association, and he is active in the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and Virginia State Bar.. Matt is originally from Northern Minnesota. While he lived in Minnesota, he was a member of the U.S. Junior National Curling Team, winning a World Junior Championship and competing at the U.S. Olympic Trials for the 2010 Olympics. Matt moved to Virginia to attend law school. Before joining the firm, he clerked for the Honorable Michael F. Devine of the Fairfax County Circuit Court.

Maryam has lived in the Northern Virginia area for over eighteen years. After graduating from high school in Iran she immigrated to the United States. She graduated form George Mason University with a degree in Psychology, and obtained her Juris Doctor from University of Maryland King Carey School of law.. Ms. Borjian has over five years of experience working in the legal field specializing in family law, criminal and immigration law. During her last year of law school, she completed a one-year externship program working as a Student Attorney at Office of The Public Defender in Leesburg, Virginia. Ms. Borjian has been active in various pro bono programs including Catholic Charities Hogar Immigrant Services. She is currently focusing her practice in the area of family law, criminal law, immigration and personal injury.

MAHDAVI BACON HALFHILL & YOUNG, PLLC is an AV Rated law firm located in Fairfax,  Virginia. The Firm provides Sophisticated Legal Advice and Services to many of the World's most Dynamic and Global Organizations in the areas of Litigation, Business Law, Corporate, International, Tax, Real Estate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Foreign Investment in the United States, Venture Capital, Finance, Torts and a Full Range of other Legal Services.

M. Elizabeth Parks is an associate attorney at the Geller Law Group, specializing in estate planning, estate administration, and family law.  Prior to joining the Geller Law Group, Elizabeth worked as a staff attorney for the Commissioner of Accounts in Fairfax County, where became familiar with estate administration and drafted opinions for the Commissioner.  Elizabeth previously interned with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Arlington Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, and a family law firm in Fairfax.. Elizabeth graduated cum laude with Honors in English from Mount Holyoke College, and completed a year abroad at St. Mary’s College, St. Andrews University.  Elizabeth has an M.F.A. in creative writing from Hollins University.  Elizabeth graduated cum laude from George Mason University School of Law, where she was a legal writing fellow and associate editor of the George Mason Law Review.. In her free time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, baking, swimming, and playing with her daughter.

Laura M. O'Brien has been practicing law since October 2010, and she has exclusively practiced in the area of family law. Her entire career has been spent with the attorneys of Kelly, Byrnes & Danker PLLC.. Laura received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee, in May 2003, where she graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. Laura earned her law degree cum laude from George Mason University School of Law in May 2010, where she served on the Board of Editors of the George Mason Law Review and was chosen as a Writing Fellow, teaching first-year law students within the school's highly esteemed Legal Research, Writing, and Analysis program. She also was chosen as a student member of the George Mason American Inns of Court.. During her third year of law school, Laura participated in the Domestic Relations Legal Clinic under the direction of The Honorable Stanley P. Klein (Ret.), where she assisted low-income litigants in obtaining uncontested divorces in the Fairfax Circuit Court. She also served as a legal intern to The Honorable Jan L. Brodie of the Fairfax Circuit Court. Prior to law school, Laura served as a staff member with the United States House of Representatives and the United States Senate.. Laura is a member of the Virginia State Bar, and a former Board Member of the Virginia State Bar – Young Lawyers Conference. In June 2014 and 2018, Laura received a Significant Service Award from the VSB Young Lawyers Conference.. In April 2019, Laura was recognized by Virginia Super Lawyers as a 2019 Rising Star in the area of family law, a distinction limited to no more than 2.5% of attorneys in Virginia.. Laura received the 2016 Chief Justice Harry Carrico Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award presented by Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Fairfax Bar Association, Alexandria Bar Association, and Arlington Bar Association. She is also a Gold Member of Legal Services of Northern Virginia’s Rule 6.1 Society, which recognizes attorneys who perform 40 or more hours of pro bono work annually.. Laura is an active member of the Fairfax and Loudoun Bar Associations.

Lau & Associates, PLC. is a law firm conveniently located a block away from the Fairfax County Courthouse. This location provides easy access to the facilities and personnel of the courthouse. Mr. Michael N. Lau is a highly experienced Attorney licensed in Virginia, District of Columbia, Illinois and the United States Patent & Trademark Office. He has represented clients in federal courts, federal agencies and state courts including circuit courts and the Virginia Supreme Court.. Through decades of practice, Michael has helped clients resolve disputes through litigations in copyright infringement, fraud, defamation, insurance, partnership, landlord tenant, complex business, partnership, among others.  On the criminal side, he has also handled cases involving misdemeansor, felony, expungement of records, among others.. Michael has a wealth of experiences behind him.  In fact, Michael has served many lawfirm and lawyer clients.

Kristi C. Kelly is a consumer protection attorney with a genuine commitment to representing the most vulnerable – and often overlooked – consumers in federal and state courts in Virginia, Maryland, and the District of Columbia. Ms. Kelly is widely acknowledged as a leading expert in consumer law. In 2014, Virginia Lawyers Weekly recognized her as a “Leader in the Law,” an annual award given to attorneys that set the standard in their field, and one of the most prestigious honors a Virginia lawyer can receive. She is described by her peers as someone “who takes – and wins – the cases others won’t touch.”. Kristi specializes in assisting consumers with credit reporting and employment background check mistakes, mortgage servicing errors and abusive debt collection practices. She has successfully litigated hundreds of individual and class action cases against banks, brokers, auto dealers, online lenders, debt collectors, credit card companies, credit bureaus and foreclosure rescue scammers, receiving a $686,000 verdict in her first jury trial, in addition to her attorney fees from a foreclosure rescue scammer in 2010.. Kristi is a regular speaker on credit reporting and mortgage servicing issues for the National Consumer Law Center, National Association of Consumer Advocates, the Virginia Continuing Legal Education program, and various legal aid organizations throughout the country. She frequently volunteers her time to speak to various nonprofit and community organizations to train and educate individual and community stakeholders on their rights as consumers, and has been a presenter at various trainings on the statewide and local level focusing on foreclosure prevention, consumer rights for domestic violence survivors, landlord tenant law, predatory loans, dealing with debt collectors and understanding credit reports. Kristi also regularly volunteers her time to assist consumers and members of the active duty military and veterans in need who are referred from legal aid and other nonprofit organizations.. For over a decade, Kristi has worked with Virginia’s General Assembly to fight predatory loans, and has also testified before the General Assembly regarding various mortgage related and foreclosure reform bills. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Legal Aid Justice Center and National Association of Consumer Advocates. She is also on the Partner’s Council of the National Consumer Law Center.. Kristi was previously a shareholder at Surovell Isaacs Petersen & Levy and a housing and consumer law attorney for Legal Services of Northern Virginia. While at Legal Services, she co-founded the Foreclosure Legal Assistance Program to provide legal advice and housing counseling to prevent foreclosures. In that capacity, she supervised and trained a network of attorneys and staff throughout northern Virginia.. Upon graduating from the University of Richmond T.C. Williams School of Law, Kristi received the Nina R. Kestin award for her extraordinary contributions to the school, community and profession of law. She received her undergraduate degree cum laude from Dickinson College, where she was a four-year varsity soccer player.. Kristi lives in Oakton, Virginia with her husband, Matt and three sons, Joey, Charlie and Tommy.

Kiana Noorishad is a passionate attorney focusing on criminal defense and traffic law in Fairfax, Virginia. Renowned for her fierce legal advocacy, she approaches each case with empathy and a strong commitment to her clients. Kiana's assertive courtroom presence, combined with her compassionate consultations, makes her a trusted choice for those seeking representation at Metropolitan Law PLLC.. She completed her undergraduate studies at George Washington University and obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law. Kiana's legal journey includes a judicial internship with the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland and clerkships at prominent law firms. After serving as an associate at Noorishad Law, PC, she established Metropolitan Law PLLC, focusing on criminal and traffic cases. Kiana is a certified Court Appointed Attorney and actively participates in professional organizations, including the Virginia State Bar and the American Bar Association, demonstrating her dedication to staying informed and advocating for justice.

Katherine M. Fogarty is a skilled and successful litigator with a great deal of trial experience. She started her career trying cases even before she became an attorney—preparing cases and appearing in court as a third year law school student- then trying personal injury jury trials shortly after becoming a licensed attorney. Many domestic relations attorneys do not have this deep trial experience, making Ms. Fogarty especially prepared to represent her clients in court.. Ms. Fogarty has been involved in many difficult cases—most recently three child custody cases where relocation was an issue.. Along with her work at KFFJ Law, Ms. Fogarty has served as a Neutral Case Evaluator for the Fairfax County Circuit Court. This is a free service provided by the court to help people settle their personal injury or domestic relations cases through the use of a neutral party—an experienced attorney who can facilitate the settlement.. Ms. Fogarty is a long time resident of Northern Virginia, having attended Fairfax County Public Schools and graduating from Ft. Hunt High School. She now lives and works in the city of Fairfax. When she’s not working, Ms. Fogarty enjoys traveling and going to concerts at the many live music venues in the area. Ms. Fogarty has three daughters.

Karin Porter brings her talents as a Virginia Assistant Commonwealth's Attorney to Price Benowitz.  Ms. Porter will fight for you.  Please call for a free consultation.

Justin Daniel was selected by the senior partners of Whitestone, Brent, Young & Merril, P.C. to join the firm in 2008.  In four years he has become the firm’s most senior level associate.  He focuses his practice on criminal and traffic matters; family law, including divorce, custody, visitation, and support; and general civil litigation including personal injury, and defamation.  Mr. Daniel has represented clients in a variety of jurisdictions around the Commonwealth of Virginia, from Northern Virginia to the Richmond, and Norfolk areas.  He has tried cases at the state level in the General District Court, Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, Circuit Court; and at the Federal level in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.  Mr. Daniel was an award-winning trial advocate at the Catholic University Columbus School of Law, where he still serves as an Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy.Mr. Daniel takes a thorough, well-reasoned approach to the law.  He believes many times victory can be achieved simply by leaving no stone unturned and by crafting an argument that effectively conveys the merits of the client’s position in the best possible light.. Admitted to practice law in:•    Virginia (2008)•    District of Columbia (2012). Education:•    University of Iowa, B.A. in Political Science (2005)•    Columbus School of Law, Catholic University of America, J.D. (2008). Teaching Positions:•    Adjunct Professor of Trial Advocacy – Columbus School of Law, Catholic University of America. Professional memberships:•    Virginia State Bar•    Virginia Bar Association•    District of Columbia Bar Association•    Virginia Trial Lawyers Association•    Northern Virginia Young Lawyers Association•    Fairfax County Bar Association•    American Bar Association•    American Association of Justice. Areas of practice:•    Criminal law•    Traffic violations•    Divorce•    Custody, Visitation & Child & Spousal Support•    Personal injury•    Defamation claims•    Contracts disputes•    General civil litigation

Julia is a member of the Family Law sections of the Fairfax County Bar, the Virginia State Bar, and the Virginia Women’s Attorney Association. Julia currently helps head up the Family Law Section of the Fairfax Bar Association and is a volunteer with the Northern Virginia Pro Bono Law Center. In addition to her volunteer work, Julia has lectured at numerous seminars on issues of property valuation and division, bankruptcy and divorce, custody evaluations, and health insurance issues in divorce.. Julia graduated from George Mason University School of Law in 2002. During her time at George Mason University School of Law, Julia served as the President of the American Trial Lawyers’ Association Student Chapter and was the Vice-President of the Trial Advocacy Team.. Following law school, Julia spent her first two and one-half years as a lawyer working as a plaintiff's attorney before deciding to focus full time in the area of family law.

Jonathan Shapiro graduated from Northwestern University in 1971 and from American University, Washington College of Law in 1974. He has been litigating cases ever since, with a three-year break to serve as a Clinical Instructor at the Criminal Justice Clinic, and as Director of the Institutionalized Persons Clinic at Washington College of Law. In 2001, he was honored by his law school with the Peter Cicchino Alumni Award for “Outstanding Advocacy in the Public Interest Within the United States,” as a distinguished criminal defense attorney.. Jon has handled countless criminal cases in the state and federal courts, including conspiracies and white-collar crimes, and has extensive appellate experience. He has also litigated a number of civil rights cases involving jails, prisons and institutions for the mentally disabled. Along with his partner Peter Greenspun, he handled the defense of John Muhammad, the accused “Beltway Sniper.” Jon also handled the defense of Jim Nicholson, a CIA Station Chief, and of Brian Regan, an NSA employee, both charged with espionage.. Jon has been listed for years in the Best Lawyers in America for White-Collar and Non-White-Collar Criminal Defense. He is frequently listed in Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Lawyers, most recently in 2011 for the best criminal defenders in the Washington DC area. Also, he is always included in The Washington Post Magazine’s yearly listing of The Washington DC Area’s Best Lawyers. Jon was the long-time chair of the Criminal Law Committee of the Alexandria Bar Association and is a frequent speaker at Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars. He was selected as a Faculty Member for the Virginia State Bar Professionalism course. Jon handles complex criminal law cases at the trial and appellate levels in the state and federal courts. In 2009, Jon became an adjunct professor at Washington and Lee University College of Law.

Jonathan R. Oates is a seasoned criminal defense attorney in Virginia and Maryland. Jon has the experience, ability and knowledge to guide clients through the criminal court process in any situation.  He is in court every day and has successfully advocated on behalf of thousands of clients.. Virginia and Maryland criminal defense attorney Jonathan R. Oates is an effective and experienced criminal litigator.  He has fought for clients in hundreds of trials at all levels of the courts throughout Virginia and Maryland.  He also has significant jury trial experience, having successfully defended clients in front of juries for marijuana and DUI charges, to significant felony charges including abduction, violent felony assaults and first degree murder.. Through his personal injury practice in Virginia and Maryland, Jon also has extensive experience fighting for those who are injured because of the negligence of others.  Throughout his practice, he has been an experienced advocate to take on insurance companies to ensure that his clients are compensated fairly for the injuries they receive.  Jon has successfully represented his clients in prosecuting personal injury cases in front of both juries and judges.. Jon understands that behind every case is a client whose life and family may be affected by the outcome of a criminal matter.  The most important part of any successful representation is developing complete understanding of not just the facts and aspects of each case, but the background and circumstances of the people he represents.. Jon has been recognized for his abilities and dedication by Super Lawyers Magazine, being named as a Rising Star, Top 40 Under 40 by The National Trial Lawyers, and Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers.. Prior to joining Krum, Gergely & Oates, LLC, Jon worked at the firm of Jezic & Moyse, LLC, where he handled criminal, traffic and personal injury cases.  Following law school, Jon clerked for the chief criminal judge, the Honorable Paul A. Hackner, in the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court.. Jon also served in the United States Senate as a legislative staff member for United States Senator Ken Salazar.  As a staff member, Jon focused on multiple issue areas before the Senate, including criminal justice, civil rights, and immigration.  During law school, Jon also served as a law clerk to John G. Gill, Jr. and Gill Sippel & Gallagher, a law firm in Rockville, Maryland.  During his clerkship with Mr. Gill, Jon worked on cases involving serious personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death in state and federal courts across Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C.. Virginia and Maryland criminal lawyer Jonathan Oates earned his law degree from the Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law.  During law school, Jon was an active member of the Society of Trial Advocates and Moot Court.  A Colorado native, Jon graduated from Colorado State University, earning a double-major in Economics and Political Science.

Jonathan R. Bronley is the owner of Bronley Law, PLLC. He is licensed to practice law in Virginia and focuses primarily on complex trust and estate litigation, probate and estate administration, representation of executors and other fiduciaries, estate planning, guardianship, capacity and elder issues, and proceedings before the Offices of the Commissioners of Accounts. Prior to entering private practice, Mr. Bronley had the unique experience of serving as law clerk, then Staff Attorney, for the Honorable John H. Rust, Jr., Commissioner of Accounts for Fairfax County, allowing him to observe and aid in the decisions of approximately one-hundred commissioner hearings. Mr. Bronley prides himself as being the go-to personal attorney for many of his clients and colleagues, and he also represents and advises individuals, businesses and institutions who are injured, taken advantage of, require legal advice, or otherwise find themselves in litigious circumstances. When necessary, Mr. Bronley regularly appears in court on their behalf. Mr. Bronley served as co-chair of the Trusts and Estates section of the Fairfax Bar Association from 2013-2015, and he is routinely requested by the local courts to serve as Guardian ad litem for incapacitated adults, infants, and individuals with disabilities.. Mr. Bronley earned his Juris Doctorate degree from George Mason School of Law in Virginia (2009) and he received a B.S. in Finance & Business Management from the State University of New York at Albany (2006) where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. Mr. Bronley is admitted to practice in all Virginia State Courts, the infamous “rocket docket,” otherwise known as the Federal Eastern District Court of Virginia, and the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

Jonathan A. Simms is the managing partner of The Simms Firm, PLC, with a distinguished background in criminal law. He began his legal journey as a prosecutor in Philadelphia, where he tackled complex cases involving narcotics, firearms, and sexual assaults, quickly earning a reputation for his thorough preparation and professionalism. His experience in the Major Trials unit laid a strong foundation for his legal acumen. Following his time in Philadelphia, Attorney Simms was recruited by the Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia, where he focused on felony litigation. Transitioning to criminal defense, he has become known for his fierce cross-examination skills and ability to connect with juries. His practice includes defending clients in significant narcotics and white-collar crime cases, with media coverage from outlets like the Wall Street Journal. Recognized as a “rising star” by SuperLawyers Magazine and a “Top 100” trial attorney by the National Trial Lawyers Association, Attorney Simms has also been honored as a “Top Attorney” in criminal defense by Northern Virginia Magazine.

John W. Pickett is a former Prosecutor in the Commonwealth of Virginia. He is a graduate of the Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. Mr. Pickett garnered extensive trial and litigation experience during his time in the Commonwealth Attorney's Office.. John Pickett earned a reputation as a fair and honest prosecutor during his time in the Commonwealth Attorney's Office while successfully handling several high profile cases in the Commonwealth. He has now focused his incredible trial skills to defend the citizens of Virginia in multiple areas of law. Mr. Pickett is now a respected defense lawyer who is not afraid to take a case to trial and win.

John P. Lavinus IV is an associate at the firm’s Fairfax office, where he works with individuals who are dealing with divorce, custody, support, and other significant family law issues throughout Northern Virginia. John believes that every client’s case is unique and requires special consideration and works to provide each and every one of his clients with a strategy that is tailored to their specific needs. John is a Virginia native, hailing from Richmond where he attended the Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies, before going on to receive a double-major in Pre-Law Studies and History from the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg. John then studied law at the University of the District of Columbia, where he performed over 700 hours of pro-bono legal work for the benefit of the District and its diverse community. John has also studied International Human Rights Law at the University of London, worked with a legal outreach program to assist at-risk families in Jacksonville, Mississippi, and worked closely on several campaigns in the fields of chemical security, diversity in education, labor rights, and LGBTQ issues. He now utilizes that same passion for community service and outreach in his work as an advocate on behalf of his clients.. Upon graduating from law school and passing the Bar, John returned to Northern Virginia and has been practicing family law ever since. He joined the DiPietro Law Group in 2018 and has ample experience in serving clients with their family law issues in Northern Virginia. John has extensive experience working with a diverse array of clients in almost every aspect of the family law field, including those from the LGTBQ community.

John Kidwell is the Owner and President of Kidwell & Kent.. Mr. Kidwell writes a periodical newspaper column on Real Estate Law for the "Times Community Newspapers" published in Northern Virginia, and teaches courses in real estate law at local commercial and residential real estate brokerages and Financial Advisory firms. He conducts seminars on real estate law and wills, trusts and estate planning throughout the area.. Mr. Kidwell is a published author on the topic of law and politics. To order his book titled "Leading by Example: Renovating the American Dream". Please visit the following Amazon site. Mr. Kidwell also writes a blog on the topic of the law and politics:. In 2013 John Kidwell was selected by the Heritage Registry of Who's Who as a pillar of the community for his work as an attorney and continued dedication to charitable contributions to the community.. Areas of PracticeReal EstateWills, Trust & Estate PlanningBusiness & Corporate LawPersonal Injury / Tort LawCivil LitigationTraffic (Reckless Driving and DUI) DefenseFamily/Domestic Relations Law. Bar AdmissionsVirginia, 2006Minnesota, 2012. Education. George Mason University School of Law, Arlington, VirginiaJ.D. - 2005. University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, VirginiaB.A. - 2002Major: Political Science. Honors and AwardsSelected by the Heritage Registry of Who's Who as a pillar of the community for my work as an attorney and continued dedication to charitable contributions to the community.2011 candidate for Man of the Year – Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Professional Associations and MembershipsVirginia State BarFairfax Bar Association, Member section on Real Property; Estate PlanningVirginia Trial Lawyers AssociationAmerican Bar AssociationFairfax City Chamber of CommerceFairfax Business ConnectionVice President Member Services, Fairfax County Republican CommitteeFairfax County Board of Supervisors, Information Technology Policy Advisory Committee Business Networking InternationalFairfax Rotary ClubFairfax legislative committeeFriends of Historic CentervilleScreenwriters Guild of AmericaPresident Walney Glen HOAFounder and President, Alternative Fuels For America, a 501(c)(3) charity.. LanguagesEnglish. Fraternities/SororitiesPhi Alpha Delta Legal Fraternity

John Cook begins each day with this fundamental thought – what can I do today to make a difference. He learned long ago that the true reward of a service profession is the difference you make in the lives of others. That may be helping a client understand a problem or a contract, negotiating the resolution of a dispute, or handling serious litigation in court. John carried that same sense of purpose through a decade serving as a mediator in the District of Columbia Superior Court and eleven years as a member of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. It is the spirit that moves him every day in his practice.. John’s practice emphasizes the representation of executives, employees, and small businesses in employment law matters, including advice and counsel regarding workplace issues and a wide range of other civil litigation matters.. John began his career in the District of Columbia’s Corporation Counsel’s (now Attorney General’s) office. Since then, he has served as a mediator for the District of Columbia Superior Court and as a conciliator for the Fairfax County Circuit Court, has lectured frequently, and has published articles on civil litigation and employment law issues.. John is a recognized leader in the Virginia Employment Law Bar. He is a former member of the Section Council of the Virginia Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section and is the current co-chair and a former chair of the Fairfax County Bar Association’s Employment Law Section. He is a Fellow in the Litigation Counsel of America (“LCA”) and a member of the National Employment Lawyers’ Association (“NELA”).. John’s colleagues agree he is the go-to person for employees. Based on surveys of active Virginia attorneys, Virginia Business magazine named John one of Virginia’s “Legal Elite” in its December 2004, 2005 and 2006 editions. “Super Lawyer” magazine selected him as a Super Lawyer in 2006 and 2007, as well as 2011-2020. John was named to the Washington Post’s “Top Attorneys” list in the D.C. Metropolitan Area for 2013 and 2014, and to Northern Virginia Magazine’s “Top Attorney” list in 2016. John has carried the coveted “AV” rating from MartindaleHubbell © for over 20 years. John has lectured frequently and published articles on civil litigation and employment law issues.. In addition to his law practice with the firm, John served for over a decade on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, where he chaired the Board’s Public Safety Committee. He also served on the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Operations Board, which he chaired in 2015; the Northern Virginia Regional Commission, where he served as Treasurer; and the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission, where he chaired the Governance Committee.

Joe DiPietro is experienced handling complex cases in state and federal courts involving international custody disputes under the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction at the trial and appellate levels, international and domestic divorce, and complex cases involving spousal support, custody and visitation, child support, and enforcement of awards on behalf of clients.. Joe’s philosophy and mission is to make family transitions and conflict a time for personal growth and powerful positive change, in addition to advocating for the best possible result for his client in any given situation. Joe is a firm believer in settling cases through negotiation and mediation whenever possible.. His strong financial background allows him to converse easily with valuation experts and create comprehensive legal arguments involving complex financial concepts. He is an objective advisor for his clients and seeks practical solutions to difficult problems. When litigation is the only path to a favorable outcome, he prosecutes his clients’ cases in a proactive and professional manner.. Joe graduated from American University with a JD/MBA and prior to founding DiPietro Law Group was a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Michael J. Stamm in the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County Maryland. He has authored several publications relating to business law and family law.

Jennifer Leffler is a true advocate that fights tirelessly for her clients. She believes in getting to know her clients and understanding the circumstances that brought them to her. As a former prosecutor and law clerk in Fairfax County, Jennifer has experience on all sides of the law. She has the unique ability to assess a case from all angles, which not only helps her prepare for trial, but also allows her to provide her clients with the best possible advice. She represents clients in criminal and civil matters in Fairfax County and the surrounding jurisdictions. Jennifer has been named one of Washington's Best Lawyers by Washingtonian Magazine and a Rising Star by SuperLawyers.

Jeffrey F. Mangeno, a native of Northern Virginia, graduated from Virginia Tech and obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Widener University in 2000.. Mr. Mangeno recognizes that a person or business suspected of, or charged with, a criminal offense needs representation that is immediate, responsive, and committed to the protection of their rights. He is sensitive to these issues and is zealous in their representation. Mr. Mangeno emphasizes quality legal service above all else and he has unprecedented trial experience over the past sixteen years. He evaluates the facts and circumstance of each case and then develops effective strategies to ensure that the client’s best interests are protected. He has extensive experience representing clients from the investigative and pre-indictment stage through trial in the areas of criminal law.. Mr. Mangeno appears regularly in the Northern Virginia Circuit Courts, General District Courts, and Juvenile & Domestic Relations Courts – particularly in Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, Arlington and Alexandria – as well as in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. His familiarity with these courts, investigators, local prosecutors’ offices, and law enforcement agencies and their individual officers and detectives, allow him to assist clients as they navigate the criminal justice system. Mr. Mangeno is an accomplished lawyer with a successful track record of resolving difficult criminal and civil cases in courts throughout the Northern Virginia area.. Mr. Mangeno has tried bench and jury trials in both criminal and civil matters ranging from traffic/criminal offenses to civil disputes. While his sixteen years of practice primarily involve criminal matters, with an emphasis on DWI/DUI cases, he has extensive experience in handling landlord/tenant disputes, collections, consumer litigation and prosecuting and defending civil protective orders.. Mr. Mangeno is an active member of the Fairfax Bar Association and is admitted to practice in the Virginia Federal District Court and the Supreme Court of Virginia.