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The critical importance of fathers is not lost on Falls Church divorce attorney Whitney M. Bolton. Her belief in the value of having two active and engaged parents in children’s lives is what has steered her career toward family law.. “I steadfastly believe that children thrive best when they have equal time with both parents, and well-adjusted children give back to society as a whole,” Ms. Bolton said. “I enjoy helping parents ensure that they have an active role in their children’s lives.”. In the courtroom, Ms. Bolton is tenacious, as she fights for the rights of her clients and to protect what is most important to them.. More than that, she is committed to walking with them through each step of this difficult process. Divorce can be a traumatic experience that leaves many unsure about what lies ahead, but Ms. Bolton is dedicated to ensuring they have a trusted partner in their corner they can count on.. “I will listen to you and endeavor to truly hear your concerns so that I can address them,” she said.

Tashina Gorgone is a partner with Maddox & Gerock, P.C. in Falls Church, Virginia. Tashina focuses her practice in the areas of family law and appellate litigation. Tashina handles all areas of family law, from custody to child support to property distribution. She has particular experience and interest in complex custody cases. She has handled cases involving allegations of domestic violence, substance abuse, and sexual abuse. She has successfully litigated relocation cases as well as assisted both mothers and fathers in obtaining shared or primary custody of their children.. To Tashina, the most rewarding aspect of practicing law is the challenge of problem-solving; she strives to help families develop and effectuate a plan that will not only address their immediate needs, but provide them with peace of mind for the future. She is adept at determining what cases are ripe for alternative dispute resolution, such as mediation or settlement conferences, however, when a case must be tried in court, she is able to effectively and comprehensively prepare and deliver strong oral advocacy on behalf of her client and their family.. Tashina graduated from The University of Mary Washington with a Bachelor of the Arts and obtained her law degree from George Mason University School of Law with a concentration in Litigation. While attending George Mason, Tashina was an active member of the Moot Court Team, where she won First Place in the Billings, Exum & Frye National Moot Court Competition. She also served as a Notes Editor on the George Mason Law Review and was a member of the Trial Advocacy Association.. Tashina is licensed to practice in all courts in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. Tashina is an active member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Fairfax County Bar Association, and serves on the Board for the Northern Virginia Women’s Attorney Association. She also has volunteers as a judge for local law school mock trial events, hosts courtroom tours for Fairfax County middle school students, and speaks at local middle schools about the legal profession.. In 2017, Tashina was named by Super Lawyers as a Virginia “Rising Star” in the practice area of Family Law, and she has remained a Rising Star each year since.. Tashina Gorgone is a Northern Virginia native, and currently resides in Fairfax with her husband, Alex, and their two beagles, Copper and Penny. In her spare time, Tashina can be found performing with various local community theatre groups, with which she has appeared in a wide variety of productions ranging from musicals to Shakespeare.

Sam D. Scholar brings 30 years of trial experience to a legal practice that serves clients throughout Fairfax, Arlington and Prince William counties in Virginia. Mr. Scholar’s clients include individuals, families, senior citizens and small businesses from all walks of life.. Mr. Scholar has frequently represented businesses and individuals in matters involving the I.R.S. as well as individuals and families concerned with Powers of Attorney and the rights of senior citizens.. Mr. Scholar graduated in 1979 from Duke with a JD and received a Master of Laws in Taxation in 1985 from Georgetown Law Center. His solo practice has been in Falls Church,VA since 1990.

Katharine Maddox is equipped to handle all aspects of family law cases: She has been in practice for over 20 years; she is well versed in negotiation and litigation, and she pursues alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.. Katharine is a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) where she serves as Vice President of the USA Chapter, and she is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML). Katharine is also a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers (ACFTL), which according to the ACFTL is a “group consisting of the top 100 family law trial lawyers in the country. Fellowship is extended by invitation only to those who have mastered the art of advocacy and whose careers exemplify the highest standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, civility and collegiately. Fellowship is limited to those who are regarded as the best in their state.”. With respect to alternative dispute resolution, Katharine is a Virginia Supreme Court Certified Mediator and can serve as the mediator where both parties agree. In addition, Katharine is equipped to handle collaborative cases and she is a member of the International Academy of Collaborative Processionals, the Virginia Collaborative Professionals, as well as the Collaborative Professionals of Northern Virginia.. Katharine strives to work as part of a team with her clients in order to achieve the best outcome possible. This is true whether the case involves complex assets, custody of children, determination of financial support, or any of the other myriad of issues which must be determined pursuant to a separation or divorce. Whenever reasonably possible, Katharine believes that rational settlements are in the best interests of the family unit in order to support the family moving on to the next phase of their lives. However, when litigation is necessary, Katharine is a strong advocate in the courtroom. As her mother (the founding partner of Maddox & Gerock P.C.) taught her, divorce attorneys do not create our client’s difficult situations but we can help to solve them in a respectful and professional manner.. Katharine has been included in Washingtonian’s list of best family law attorneys and she is recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America by the Best Lawyers publication. Katharine has regularly been selected as a both a "Super Lawyer" in the Super Lawyers publication as well as a "Top Lawyer" in the area of family law by Northern Virginia Magazine. Katharine has also been recognized as one of the top lawyers in the field of family law by Virginia Business Magazine and she has received the top rating possible, "Superb, 10 out of 10" from the AVVO ratings website.. Katharine was first published in 2004 and has gone on to co-author the Virginia chapter of an international family law treatise with her law partner, Julie C. Gerock. More recently, Katharine has been published on the topic of parent-child alienation, relocation of children in custody matters as well as best practices for lawyers in a virtual world.. Katharine regularly presents at various legal conferences both domestically and internationally on a host of topics including processing divorces in Virginia, the Virginia rules of evidence, enforcement of custody orders and related remedies, application of the Uniform Child Custody and Enforcement Act, relocation of children (domestic and international), litigating parent-child alienation matters and law office management. Katharine has also co-organized and moderated two symposiums on the Hague Convention of the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, one in New York City and one in Quebec City.. Katharine received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Virginia and her Juris Doctor (with Honors) from The George Washington University, where she served as the Chairperson of the Law School Academic Integrity Committee. In addition to family law, Katharine is passionate about her own family, her rescue dogs and cooking.

I received my Juris Doctor degree from the University of Richmond T.C. Williams School of Law, Richmond, Virginia and my Bachelor’s degree[A1]  from James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia, where I graduated with Honors. I have been admitted to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the District of Columbia, in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, and in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.  I am a member of the Virginia State Bar, the District of Columbia Bar, the Fairfax Bar Association (Family Law Section), the American Bar Association, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association.  In my law practice, I primarily specialize in the areas of divorce & family law and immigration law.Over the years I have successfully represented my clients in both state and federal courts. Because I firmly believe that legal services must provide value, I am able to achieve unprecedented results for my clients both inside and outside of the courtroom.  The ability to help my clients on a daily basis not only motivates me, but also brings true meaning to my work.  As an attorney, I pride myself on being able to solve my clients' most difficult problems in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.

Experienced Divorce attorney serving clients in Falls Church and surrounding areas.