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Chris Leslie studied at the University of Leeds, and University of Nottingham before earning his J.D. from the University of Richmond in 2016. Chris' career has focused on family law, assisting clients involving any combination of divorce, custody, and support issues. Chris also has broad experience in civil litigation having worked on personal injury cases, estate litigation and cases before the appellate courts.. Chris joined Rob L. Isaacs P. C. to work in a smaller law firm where clients received tailored and individualized attention. Outside of the office Chris relaxes at home with his wife, child and two pets.

Since 1975, Leon S. Demsky has been providing expert legal advice and advocacy in Northern Virginia. His practice includes criminal, domestic, bankruptcy and personal injury. Mr. Demsky is an experienced litigator, and has handled hundreds of civil and criminal jury trial cases in his career as well as thousands of appearances in various General District Courts. Mr. Demsky’s approach to legal representation is honest assessments of cases, and the highest level of care and attention to detail. He understands that his clients are often dealing with stressful, potentially life-altering legal consequences. His clients can expect him to understand the uniqueness of their situation and work with them to navigate the most trying times of their lives.. Over the course of his extensive career, Mr. Demsky has had the pleasure of working with his closest friends and colleagues, and by retaining Mr. Demsky, clients have access to the knowledge and expertise of his associates’ experience in various fields of law. Mr. Demsky received his B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1972 and his J. D. from University of Richmond School of Law in 1975. He has held membership in the American Bar Association, Virginia Bar Association, Arlington Bar Association, Fairfax Bar Association, Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, and National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. For the past 41 years , Mr. Demsky has worked extensively throughout the area, with a focus on Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William and Loudoun counties, as well as the City of Alexandria. His practice has taken him to over 20 different jurisdictions in the Commonwealth and he has numerous trials and hearings throughout the State. He has a good working relationship the Courts and the Prosecution in Northern Virginia and his results usually leave his clients more than satisfied.

Jamel Rowe is a partner at Livesay & Myers, P.C., practicing exclusively family law. She is experienced in handling every type of family law matter in Virginia, including separation, divorce, custody, visitation, support and adoption cases. Ms. Rowe works in the firm’s Fairfax office, and represent clients in Fairfax, Alexandria, Arlington and all across Northern Virginia.. Ms. Rowe earned her J.D. from William & Mary Law School in 2012, after earning her B.A. from the College of William & Mary in 2007.. After graduating from law school, Ms. Rowe received a one-year legal fellowship with the National Council For Adoption (NCFA), in Alexandria, Virginia. After completing her fellowship, Ms. Rowe entered private practice as a family law attorney. From 2013–2019 she worked as a family law associate at two different law firms in Northern Virginia, before joining Livesay & Myers, P.C. as a senior associate in 2019. Ms. Rowe was promoted to the position of lead senior associate in 2021 and to the position of partner in 2025.. During her time in practice, Ms. Rowe 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.. Ms. Rowe was one of only 30 attorneys recognized as Leaders of the Law by Virginia Lawyers Weekly in 2022. She was also selected by her peers for inclusion in the 2025–2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America for her work in Family Law. Prior to that, Ms. Rowe was included in the 2021–2024 editions of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch for her work in Family Law. Ms. Rowe was named a Super Lawyer in 2024–2025, after being named a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2020–2023. She currently holds a perfect 10.0 rating from both Avvo and Justia.. Jamel Rowe resides in Northern Virginia.

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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.

Senior Associate Samuel A. Leven, Esq. has been working for The Baldwin Law Firm since December of 2010. A foreign service child, Sam spent his early childhood in Germany, Hungary and Sweden before settling down in Northern Virginia at the age of nine, where he has remained a resident ever since. Sam attended Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology and then moved on to the University of Virginia for both college and law school. While at U.Va., Sam was a trial "counsel" charged with defending fellow students facing expulsion because they were accused of violating the school’s Honor Code.  In law school he participated in clinics which included representation of death row inmates during their post-conviction process and appellate litigation.. After graduating from law school, Sam served as a fellow with the Public Defender’s Office in Loudoun County where he represented indigent defendants facing jailable misdemeanor charges. After his fellowship, he joined The Baldwin Law Firm where he developed his own niche practice within the firm. In addition to handling family law cases (including adoption), Sam also handles landlord/tenant matters, appellate litigation, defamation defense, and debt collection matters (representing both creditors and debtors), and has accepted a number of pro bono appointments in civil matters through Legal Services of Northern Virginia. Thanks to his successful representation of numerous clients, Sam has received Martindale-Hubbell's Client Champion Gold designation (formerly known as its Client Distinction Award) every year since 2013.  Sam is admitted to appear in front of all state-level trial and appellate courts in Virginia and DC, as well as the federal Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court.  He has also written extensively about the law, having had an article on mandatory imputation of income in support cases published in the June, 2017 edition of Virginia Lawyer Magazine (official publication of the Virginia State Bar), and having maintained a legal blog titled The Law is Your Friend.. In the broader legal community, Sam is a member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and the Fairfax Bar Association (FBA). Sam is very active with the FBA, serving on its Circuit Court Committee (including its Domestic Relations Sub-Committee) and Legislative Committee (for which he is currently serving as Chair). Sam has also formerly served on the FBA's Lawyer Referral Service Committee and General District Court Committee.  Sam helped prepare the 2015 version of the Fairfax County Pro Se Divorce Packet, was a contributor to the 2018 version of the Fairfax Circuit Court Practice Manual, and has been a presenter in several of the Domestic Relations Sub-Committee's "brown bag lunch series" legal education presentations.  Sam also serves as a motions conciliator with the FBA’s motions conciliation program - a free mediation program that seeks to resolve certain contested motions on the Fairfax Circuit Court's Friday Motions Day docket.. In June of 2017, Sam was elected by the Virginia State Bar Council to serve a three year term as a member of the Fifth District Committee, Section III.  District Committees serve as a core function of the Virginia State Bar's disciplinary system, as District Committees (and their subcommittees) oversee investigations of complaints of misconduct against attorneys, adjudicate the claims, refer cases to the statewide Disciplinary Board where a sanction of suspension or disbarment might be warranted, and issue lesser sanctions.  In this role, Sam helps to preserve the integrity of the legal profession in Virginia, and protect the public from unethical conduct by attorneys.. At home, Sam is a married father of two children and one dog whose passions include politics, the Washington Nationals, and goofing off with his kids. Sam is a member of the Fairfax County Democratic Committee and is a clarinet player with the Main Street Community Band in the City of Fairfax Band Association.

Since joining The Hogle Firm in 2016, Jacqueline Parker has been an advocate for individuals experiencing family law and divorce issues. Whether an individual is facing a divorce, child custody or any sort of family law problem, Jacqueline excels at explaining the law to her clients in a way they understand, communicating their options to them and guiding them through today’s legal system.. When clients meet with Jacqueline, they receive her full attention.  She listens, she understands and she assists clients in solving their legal problems during difficult circumstances in their lives.. When she’s not practicing law, Jacqueline is dedicated to service.  She spent a year and a half serving the area of Houston, Texas for her church.  She has also participated in several medical service missions to countries in need, traveling as a medical volunteer to Nicaragua, Peru, and Ecuador.. The oldest of 4 children and a native Arizonan, Ms. Parker attended Red Mountain High School where she participated in sports medicine, choir and speech and debate. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Classical Literature and Philosophy and her J.D. from the University of San Francisco.

Mary M. (Mardee) Sherman is a partner at Robbins, Kelly, Patterson & Tucker.  Her practice is dedicated almost exclusively to family law and domestic relations matters. Before becoming an attorney, Mardee was a theatrical costumer who designed and coordinated numerous theatrical and operatic productions across the country. She now applies her analytical and organizational skills to representing clients in issues involving divorce, dissolution, collaborative law, child support modification, parenting time and parental responsibilities, and paternity issues.. Mardee also handles private adoptions and welcomes clients from all aspects of life, including single parents and gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender couples.. Mardee represents clients in Hamilton, Butler, Warren, Clermont and Brown counties in Ohio and in Boone, Campbell and Kenton counties in Kentucky. She practices from the firm's downtown Cincinnati office, but is also available in the firm's Mason office by appointment.. Mardee Sherman knows the importance of family relationships and works with her clients to preserve and protect those relationships while vigorously protecting her clients' rights and interests. In addition to working to ensure fair settlements in divorce cases, Mardee assists her clients in moving forward with the next phase of their life, and educating each client about the impact the law will have on their specific issues. She believes that frequent communication is integral to establishing a strong, successful attorney/client relationship. Mardee is a member of the Cincinnati Academy of Collaborative Professionals, which offers a no-court alternative to the traditional method of litigating divorce

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Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

I have been practicing law since 2014 and my family law practice encompasses divorce, child support, custody, guardianship, visitation, paternity, and CHIPs cases. I represent clients in Milwaukee, Waukesha, and across southeastern Wisconsin. I strive to help every client understand and navigate the legal process whiles using creative approaches to get results and have achieved numerous successful results at trial and mediation. I am licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin and Eastern District of the United States District Court. Click on the link to my firm profile and find out how I can help you.. I will be with you every step of the way!

Attorney Spring is an associate attorney who has dedicated her academic career to becoming a family law lawyer. Attorney Spring represents clients in family law related matters including post-judgment disputes, maintenance modifications, maintenance enforcement, spousal support, paternity actions, child custody and placement actions, placement enforcement, child support, child support enforcement, child removal, child abuse, contempt orders, harassment, domestic violence, and restraining orders.. Attorney Spring graduated from Marquette University Law School. While in law school, she was the Editor-in-Chief of the Marquette Benefits and Social Welfare Law Review and was President of the Client Skills Board. Margaret was chosen to represent Marquette, on three separate occasions, in American Bar Association competitions throughout the mid-west. She was also invited to represent the United States at the Consensual Dispute Resolution Competition in Vienna, Austria as a negotiator. During her time at Marquette, Margaret clerked and received training to be a Guardian ad Litem with the Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee. Prior to attending law school, Attorney Spring graduated from Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and a minor in Psychology.. Attorney Spring encourages the use of candid and honest communication with her clients while working through the case to best meet her client's objectives. Margaret's experience with Alternative Dispute Resolution allows her to effectively negotiate on her client's behalf; however, when an alternative resolution method is not successful, she employs her strong litigation skills to achieve her client's goals.. Attorney Spring is licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin and is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Attorney Amber Gratz received her bachelor’s degrees, magna cum laude, in political science and international business.  She then went on to earn her J.D. from University of Louisville’s Brandeis School of Law.  While in law school, Amber served as the Supervising Editor of Articles for the Journal of Law and Education and was a member of the Wagner Moot Court Team that placed fifth in the nation after the first three preliminary rounds advancing to the competition’s playoffs.  Also during law school, Amber did a hands-on externship with the Louisville Legal Aid Society, where she was able to represent clients on their divorce and domestic abuse cases.  Through this externship she gained valuable experience in trial practice, as well as, family law.. At Fox River Law, LLC., Amber specializes in family law and criminal defense.  Amber, along with Attorney Amanda Skorr & Jason Farris provide knowledge and helpful advice when you are facing criminal charges or need help with a divorce or custody/placement matter.  Amber has handled a variety of criminal cases, from OWIs, and drug charges to felony and misdemeanor charges. She has also handled many family law cases where  parents are fighting for placement of their children.  Prior to joining Fox River Law, LLC., Amber began working at Pitsch Law Offices, LLC., where she handled numerous family law and criminal defense cases.. In Amber's spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and 2 dogs, hiking and being outside.  She has also coached club volleyball for over 12 years and is active in the Fox Valley volleyball community.

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Breanne W. Martin is a graduate of Seattle University’s joint degree program in which she obtained a Law Degree and a Master of Business Administration. In recognition of her scholastic achievements, Breanne received Dean’s List honors and the CALI Excellence for the Future Award for legal writing. Breanne served as a contributing writer and editor for the Seattle Journal for Social Justice and was an active member of the Student Bar Association, Graduate Student Council, and Women in Business Association.. Prior to attending Seattle University, Breanne graduated cum laude from Portland State University earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in marketing and advertising and a minor in communications.. Prior to joining Bailey, Duskin, Peiffle & Martin, P.S. Breanne gained valuable experience while serving as an intern with the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, King County Superior Court, and King and Snohomish County law firms.. In her spare time, Breanne enjoys traveling, camping, cooking, attending sporting events, and spending time with her husband and two sons.

I am an active part of the metro area community.  I am involved in professional and personal organizations in my community.  I zealously represent my clients in the courtroom.  Outside of court I participate in such league activities as pool and trap.  I am involved in my church and my community.  I work to help people through their family law issues which tend to be some of the most difficult times in a client's life.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.