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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.

Scott Weinbaum is compassionate and determined, qualities which help him to accomplish his two primary goals as a family law attorney: to help his clients achieve the best possible outcome for themselves and for their children, and to assist clients as they navigate one of the most difficult and challenging periods of their lives.As a child of parents who divorced later in his life, as well as a new father, Scott has unique insight into the everyday challenges which clients and their children face.Scott handles many types of cases within the field of family law including physical and legal custodial arrangements, spousal support, child support, division of assets and debts, marital settlement agreements, no-fault and fault-based divorces, and post-divorce matters. He has a passion for cases involving the division of complicated assets.Scott also has an interest in legal writing and has been published in Virginia Family Law Quarterly. Scott began working at Maddox & Gerock in April of 2014 and was elevated to the position of Senior Associate in June 2018. Prior to joining Maddox & Gerock, Scott worked for a general practice firm in Herndon, Virginia for several years where he settled, mediated and litigated cases in family law as well as other areas.Scott obtained his Juris Doctor from George Mason University School of Law and is licensed to practice law in Virginia. During law school, Scott served as Vice Justice of the school’s chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, a professional law fraternity dedicated to the service of the student, the school and the legal profession. He also served as a Student Mentor for first-year students.Prior to law school, Scott obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Government & Politics, with a concentration in History, from the University of Maryland - College Park where he developed his interest in the law.  Scott is a founding member of the Arlington Bar Association Young Lawyers Section where he served as a board member and as the Liaison to the Fairfax Bar Association Young Lawyers Section for three years. He is also a member of the Virginia State Bar, American Bar Association, Arlington Bar Association and Fairfax Bar Association.Scott is an avid sports fan. He lives in West Springfield with his wife, Alissa, their son, Simon, and their dog, Harvey.

Mr. Bustamante is an attorney at Kublan Khan, PLC practicing family and immigration law. Prior to joining Kublan Khan PLC, Mr. Bustamante worked as a J&DR Prosecutor for the Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office for several years, handling countless district court trials and several circuit court jury trials, including misdemeanors and serious felonies. Mr. Bustamante’s time as a J&DR prosecutor exposed him to special matters of domestic violence, juvenile crimes, and serious felony & gang crimes.. Mr. Bustamante obtained his Bachelor’s from the University of Massachusetts and Juris Doctorate degree from the New England Law | Boston (NELB). While at NELB, he practiced under the supervision of a licensed attorney for indigent clients in matters including eviction and tenant disputes, bankruptcy and foreclosures, criminal expungements, and criminal defense with the local public defender’s office. After graduating from law school, Mr. Bustamante began his legal career by working in contract law, personal injury, and general tort litigation in the Commonwealth of Virginia & District of Columbia courts.. As a beneficiary of SIJS status himself at a young age, Mr. Bustamante provides a unique and personal understanding and perspective in the representation of his clients.. When not representing clients, Mr. Bustamante enjoys long distance runs in beautiful Fairfax County parks and trails with his dog and spending time with his wife by exploring the best restaurants the DMV’s area has to offer. A native of Massachusetts, he also enjoys cheering for his hometown teams while in enemy territory.

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.

Kabara Korth Praskavich is a partner at Maddox & Gerock whose legal career has been dedicated exclusively to domestic relations. She guides clients through emotionally difficult transitions with clarity and compassion, ensuring they understand each phase of the legal process — from objectives to strategy — in a time that often feels overwhelming. Her work spans a full range of family law matters, including child custody, support, division of property, and post-decree enforcement.. Kabara brings particular insight to cases that involve intricate financial issues such as business valuations, executive compensation, and waste analysis. She is frequently invited to speak on these topics at national conferences and continuing legal education events.. Her approach to each case is shaped by its particular facts and the goals of her client. While some matters can be resolved through negotiation or mediation, others demand extensive litigation and the involvement of financial and psychological professionals. Kabara helps clients weigh the emotional and financial costs of each available path, tailoring the strategy accordingly.. A graduate of Georgetown University Law Center, Kabara moved to the Washington, D.C. area for law school and received the school’s pro bono certificate after completing more than 350 hours of volunteer work — nearly all of it in family law. During law school, she interned at the Servicemembers Legal Defense Network, where she assisted LGBT and HIV-positive service members facing court-martial and discharge under the now-repealed “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy. She also clerked in the D.C. Superior Court, working on matters related to adoption, civil commitment, and child protection.. Kabara earned her undergraduate degree in history from the University of Chicago. She lives in Maryland with her spouse, children, and their dog. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, reading, hiking, and indulging her enthusiasm for all things nerdy.

Falls Church divorce attorney Aaron J. Weaver understands the enormous impact divorce can have on a person’s life. That is why he chooses to practice this particular area of law.. “I practice in the field of family law because it provides the best opportunity to help people with matters that have the potential to affect what is most important to them: their children, their professional legacy, and their economic stability,” Mr. Weaver said.. In all of his cases, Mr. Weaver approaches his clients with a bedside manner that recognizes how traumatic and disruptive the event of a divorce or a contentious child custody dispute is, and he strives to serve as a steady guiding hand through an often confusing and uncertain experience.. Mr. Weaver is an attorney you can count on to listen to your thoughts and concerns so that he can do his best to ensure that your rights, and the rights of your children, are protected in family court.. “My ultimate goal is to provide each and every client with the knowledgeable and zealous representation that I would expect from an attorney representing my own interests,” he said.. Prior to joining Cordell & Cordell, Mr. Weaver practiced divorce, child custody/support, spousal support, criminal defense, collections, personal injury, general civil litigation, insurance defense, contract negotiation, employment law, and corporate law.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Merrifield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Merrifield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Merrifield and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Merrifield and surrounding areas.