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When I founded our firm in 1986, it was my goal to create a litigation practice that provides personalized service to individuals, families and small businesses in distress. For nearly three decades, I have remained true to this goal. I have developed a culture of genuine concern and commitment to our clients, the legal community of Northern Virginia and the greater Northern Virginia community.. From July 1, 2012-June 30, 2013, I served as President of the Fairfax Bar Association (FBA). During this time, I initiated a task force that successfully funded badly needed judgeship positions. I also completed the formation of a mentorship program for new attorneys. I served as chair of the FBA Judicial Funding Task Force until 2019, as well as the FBA representative to the Fairfax County Domestic Violence Prevention, Policy and Coordinating Council, until 2018. I was selected as one of 30 attorneys named as “Leaders in the Law-Class of 2013” by the Virginia Lawyers Weekly for outstanding contributions to the justice system in Virginia. I have also been named as one of 38 attorneys inducted into the Virginia Law Fellows, Class of 2014. This is an honor “conferred on Virginia lawyers of integrity and character who are outstanding in their profession and in their communities.” The Fellows represent the top 1 percent of lawyers and retired judges in the Commonwealth.. In addition to my practice, I've been an active member with several community organizations.. Fairfax County Environmental Quality Advisory Council. Chairman 1989 – 1991. Vice Chairman 1988 – 1989. Member 1987 – 1992Virginia Israel Advisory Board 2008 - presentNational Lawyers Council, Member 1998 – 2008Congregation Beth. EmethTrustee 2019 - presentChair, Long Term Planning Committee 2016 – 2018Board of Directors, Member 2016 – 2018Trustee 1998 – 2000President 1988 – 1990Board of Directors, Member 1985 – 1992. B’nai B’rith Youth Organization NOVA Adult Board 1992 – 2002. Chairman, BBYO Northern Virginia Council Adult Board 1999 – 2002. Georgetown University, Alumni Admissions Program 1989 – 2004

Lisa Levi has been in private practice since 2000 as a family law attorney.  She practices primarily in Fairfax and Loudoun County, but also has experience in other Northern Virginia jurisdictions, including Arlington, Alexandria, Prince William, Fauquier and Stafford.

Jenni S. Lyman joined Hirsch & Ehlenberger in September 2017. She is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar.. Jenni attended University of Richmond School of Law, where she earned a Certificate of Concentration in Family Law, with distinction. Jenni was President of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Society and Articles Editor for the Richmond Journal of Law and Technology. While in law school, Jenni interned at the Office for the Attorney General of Virginia in the Division of Child Support Enforcement. She spent her summer after her first year of law school as an intern for the Honorable Stuart L. Williams, Jr. in Henrico Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. She also participated in the Jeanette Lipman Family Law Clinic where she provided legal services to families and children. Jenni was recognized with the CALI Award for Excellence for earning the highest grade in her Children and the Law course.. Prior to law school, Jenni earned a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Affairs from the University of Virginia.

I have been licensed in Virginia since 2010 and have been practicing exclusively in the area of family law since 2011. I graduated from Georgetown University in 2007 and the T.C. Williams School of Law (University of Richmond) in 2010 with a Certificate of Concentration in Family Law.  From 2010-2011, I was a Law Clerk to the Judges of Virginia's 17th Judicial Circuit (Arlington County).. I practice primarily in Fairfax County and Loudoun County, but also have experience in other Northern Virginia jurisdictions, including Arlington, Prince William, Fauquier and Stafford.

I have been a family law attorney for 20 years.  I handle all areas of family law to include divorce, property distribution, spousal support, child support, custody, paternity, protective orders and separation agreements.

Hayden is Of Counsel with Hirsch & Ehlenberger, and is proud of his work helping individuals and their families.. Hayden is adept at resolving all types of family law and domestic relations disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and the Collaborative divorce process. When necessary, Hayden draws on extensive litigation experience and diligent preparation to provide effective advocacy in court.. Hayden has significant experience representing individuals in military divorces, international and multi-jurisdictional cases, high net worth disputes, contract enforcement and rescission disputes, custody disputes involving children with special needs or disabilities, cases involving parties with alcohol or substance abuse problems, as well as complicated equitable distribution and spousal support matters. He also frequently advises clients participating in mediation with third-party mediators.Additionally, Hayden regularly prepares and negotiates prenuptial agreements for clients in Virginia and the District of Columbia.. Hayden has received accolades from clients and attorneys alike. He was selected to Super Lawyers in 2024 and 2025 – an accolate reserved for only 5% of attorneys – and was previously named as a Super Lawyers “Rising Star” from 2018 to 2022. He has also been rated “AV Preeminent” – the highest Martindale-Hubbell attorney rating for professional excellence – by fellow attorneys in Virginia and the District of Columbia.. Hayden has presented to other lawyers on issues such as trial preparation, client advocacy, and unique ethical issues in divorce cases.He is currently the co-chair of the Fairfax County Circuit Court Domestic Relations Subcommittee, which works to improve family law court practice and procedure. He is also a former a board member of numerous bar groups, including the Fairfax Law Foundation, the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (as former Chair of the Young Lawyers Division), the Collaborative Professionals of Northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia Academy of Collaborative Professionals.. Immediately after law school, Hayden was privileged to complete a one-year, full-time judicial clerkship for two Virginia Circuit Court judges. Since that time, Hayden has engaged exclusively in private practice.. Hayden was admitted to the Virginia State Bar in 2007 and the Bar of the District of Columbia in 2014. He is also a member of the United States Supreme Court bar.. When he’s not practicing law, Hayden enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, collecting vinyl records, and cheering for the Virginia Cavaliers.

For most people, the prospect of getting a divorce is incredibly emotional and stressful. Our clients often tell us that the unknowns surrounding what will be involved in the process, or what will happen after they are divorced, are the most anxiety-provoking parts. You will need a divorce lawyer who understands the process and the importance of communicating with you. Our divorce lawyers, from the very first consultation to the last, will focus on your individual needs and specific concerns and tailor their approach to help you address them. When you’re ready to speak to one of our divorce lawyers, schedule an appointment online, or call our offices.

Experienced Northern Virginia family law attorney Kristina Cruz Skidmore represents family and domestic law clients in FAIRFAX, PRINCE WILLIAM, ARLINGTON, and LOUDOUN Counties and the CITY OF ALEXANDRIA in both Circuit Courts and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts. Kristina ensures the best outcome for her clients by combining her legal experience with her client’s individual, personal objectives while keeping her clients informed, as active participants throughout the process. What results is a client-attorney relationship based on mutual trust, an effective legal strategy that efficiently pursues the client’s needs and wishes, and a shared stake in reaching a positive outcome. Kristina prides herself on the high number of referrals she receives from current and past clients as a reflection of her approach and strategy when handling her clients' sensitive matters.. From helping clients to understand, navigate and reconcile issues involving fault-based divorces, child custody, child support, property division, dividing businesses or property transfers to being a zealous and dogged advocate in high-conflict cases, Kristina takes a transparent, conciliatory approach to marital and family dispute resolutions. While out-of-court resolution is always her preferred outcome and initial goal for any client, Kristina advocates with poise, passion and legal acumen in the courtroom when settlement is not possible. She assists Spanish-speaking clients in custody and visitation matters and is a contributing author to the Virginia Divorce and Custody Law blog.. From 2015-2017, Kristina has been selected for inclusion as a Virginia and Washington, D.C. Super Lawyers Rising Star in Family Law. She was also recognized by Virginia Business magazine among its 2015 Legal Elite, a compilation of notable attorneys throughout the state who are under 40. Kristina was named to the 2014 Lawyers of Color’s Second Annual Hot List, which recognizes early- to mid-career minority attorneys working as in-house counsel, government attorneys, and law firm associates and partners. In her free time Kristina provides pro bono legal advice to indigent clients.  She lives in Falls Church with her husband and dog and is active in her church and her neighborhood citizen association.

During my eighteen years as an attorney, I have practiced solely in the areas of criminal and family law because I feel it is very important to specialize one’s legal practice. An attorney must have extensive knowledge and experience in their specific areas of practice to do this job well. I remain committed to staying fully apprised of new laws that pertain to criminal and family law, as well as the rules of practice in each specific jurisdiction. I have always been an active litigator. During a normal week, I am in court several times on several different kinds of matters. I am comfortable in the courtroom, but I am equally as comfortable negotiating directly with other attorneys and in settlement conferences. I believe I have an obligation to be truthful with you about the likely outcome of your case if you were take it to trial. If I advise you to attempt to settle your case rather than litigate, but you choose not to follow that advice, I will still be fully prepared to competently try your case before the judge. When it comes to family law, the title “Attorney and Counselor at Law” makes sense. It is impossible for me to evaluate the legalities of your case, and its strengths and weaknesses, without knowing you on a personal level. Thus, I do provide counsel – both personal and legal – because it is necessary to do this job competently. Whether you are going through a divorce or contested custody or support matter, I understand that this is likely a difficult time in your life – just the fact that you made an appointment to see me indicates as such. I strive to make my office warm, inviting and personable because I realize what you are here to discuss is difficult enough – this should not be a place where you feel intimidated. I provide you with a safe and welcoming environment so you feel comfortable in sharing the details of your situation with me, as this is a must for me to be able to provide you with compassionate and zealous legal representation.

Danielle joined Hirsch and Ehlenberger in April 2013. Prior to practicing family law, she worked as a criminal defense attorney in Northern Virginia. She is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association, the Loudoun Bar Association and the Virginia State Bar and regularly practices in courts throughout Northern Virginia.. At Emory University School of Law, Danielle was a member of the Emory International Law Review. She served as a Notes and Comments Editor of the Law Review, reading and editing the work of her peers. Additionally, Danielle’s comment on the proposed International Megan’s Law of 2010 was published in Fall 2011.. Before law school, Danielle studied psychology at the University of Virginia.

As an attorney at Grenadier, Duffett, Levi, Winkler & Rubin, PC, Ms. Masin represents clients in a broad range of matters, including divorce and custody matters, personal injury cases, and litigation matters.. Ms. Masin is an experienced family law and personal injury attorney, passionately advocating for her clients on family law issues, such as divorce, spousal support, equitable distribution, child custody, and child support, and personal injury matters, including auto accidents, slip and falls, and premises liability cases.. Ms. Masin was born in Fairfax, Virginia. She graduated from the University of Virginia and received her Juris Doctor from the Emory University School of Law. Ms. Masin was a recipient of the Dean’s Public Interest Award, the Pro-Bono Medal, and was an EPIC Grant recipient for two years.. Ms. Masin has been admitted to the Virginia Bar, District of Columbia Bar, Colorado Bar, and Eastern District of Virginia.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in Reston and surrounding areas.