Family lawyers in District of Columbia Allison Pauls to Jessica Adler

Firm: Dozier Miller Law Group

301 S. McDowell St , Charlotte , District of Columbia 20204

Practice Areas: Family , Family

I am a board certified Family Law Specialist by the North Carolina State Bar, and have been since 2009.  I specialize in all areas of custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, as well as pre- and post-nuptial agreements.. I have been recognized by Martindale Hubbell as having the highest ethical and legal standards in the community. I have also been selected as a Super Lawyers' Rising Star by Charlotte Magazine every year since 2011, which is a nominated process regognizing the state's top up-and-coming attorneys.. Recently, I obtained my certification as a Family Financial Mediator by the state's Dispute Resolution Commission, which allows me another opportunity to help families going through a state of transition.

Firm: Mascagni Law Practice

425 L St NW Apt 1223 , Washington , District of Columbia 20001

Practice Areas: Family

700 12th Street, N.W. #700 , Washington , District of Columbia 20005

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Price Benowitz, LLP

409 7th Street NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20004

Practice Areas: Family

Jeannine Gomez joined Wilkes Legal, LLC in 2021 to help launch its family law practice.. Jeannine has dedicated her career to honing a unique grasp of individual, interpersonal, cultural, and family dynamics that drive conflict in family law cases. What motivates Jeannine is helping her clients solve their family law problems in uniquely cost-effective and less stressful ways. Jeannine prides herself on using her fluency in Spanish and French to listen closely to her clients’ goals and to litigate with agency, strategy, and honesty.. Jeannine practiced as a staff and then senior staff attorney at the Legal Aid Society of D.C. in their Domestic Violence and Family Law Unit for over eight years (from 2011 – 2019) where she represented or advised over a thousand clients in civil protection order, custody, child support, and related family law matters. Jeannine has handled complex civil protection order cases often involving related criminal matters. She has also handled complex custody cases involving physical and sexual child abuse, expert witnesses, guardians ad litem, and child witnesses. While the majority of her experience is in family law litigation, she has also successfully defended two clients in civil protection order and custody cases, respectively, in the D.C. Court of Appeals.. At Ayuda, from 2009 to 2011, at Legal Aid from 2018 to 2019, and at KIND (Kids in Need of Defense) from 2020 to 2021, Jeannine has also represented and advised clients in asylum, special immigrant juvenile, VAWA, U-visa, and adjustment of status cases.. Immediately after law school, from 2007 to 2009, Jeannine served as a law clerk in the Family Court of the District of Columbia Superior Court for Judge J. Michael Ryan, on the domestic relations and juvenile calendars, and for Magistrate Judges Mary Grace Rook and Janet Albert, on abuse and neglect calendars.. Jeannine received her J.D. in 2007, magna cum laude, from the University of the District of Columbia (UDC), David A. Clarke School of Law, previously the Antioch School of Law. In law school, she served as Senior Editor of the UDC Law Review and received two merit scholarships, including a Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Scholarship. Upon graduation, Jeannine was recognized with the Dean’s Fellow Award (top 10% of graduating class) and a Clinical Legal Education Association Outstanding Student Award.. Jeannine is fluent in Spanish and French and is licensed to practice law in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Firm: The Law Office of Henry A. Thompson II

601 I St. NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20001

Practice Areas: Family, Litigation

An Attorney Who Pursues Value-Added Solutions For Families And Small Businesses In The District Of Columbia And Northern Virginia

, District Of Columbia

Practice Areas: Family, Administrative Law, Military Law

Firm: Tucker PLLC

1225 19th Street Northwest , Washington , District of Columbia 20036

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

Emily Baker is a family law attorney based in Northern Virginia who primarily serves clients in Fairfax County, Arlington County, the City of Alexandria, Loudoun County and Washington, D.C. With a focus on separation and divorce, including complex and high-net-worth family law matters, Emily believes in the importance of listening carefully to her clients as they develop their goals.. “I value being able to really be there for someone during what’s often one of the most difficult experiences in their life, helping them problem solve and guiding them toward a better future,” she says.. Depending on the unique circumstances of each case, Emily assists her clients through negotiation, mediation and/or litigation. As a proponent of Collaborative Divorce and a trained mediator, she advocates for a process grounded in mutual respect. Her approach is deeply collaborative, seeking her clients’ input to achieve realistic solutions. However, she also says, “I will fight to the end for someone being wronged and that has a basis in the law for what they’re seeking.”. From the initial meeting to the conclusion of their case, Emily is a zealous advocate for her clients. Understanding the emotional and uncertain journey of divorce, she works closely with each client to maintain focus on what truly matters. She brings empathy, attention to detail and creative strategies to work towards securing the best possible outcomes.. Emily earned her law degree from Washington and Lee University School of Law in Lexington, Va. Following her education, she clerked for one year for the Honorable Robert J. Smith of Fairfax County Circuit Court and clerked for a second year for the Honorable Bruce D. White, Chief Judge of the Fairfax County Circuit Court. Both these experiences helped hone her advocacy skills.. Today, Emily is proud to be part of a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional family law firm that provides clients with exceptional resources to resolve challenging family issues. She also serves as a board member on the Fairfax County Bar Association Board and is the volunteer coordinator for the Fairfax Law Foundation’s Annual 5k.. Emily lives in Arlington, Va., with her husband and daughter. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, spending time outdoors and traveling.

1909 K St NW Fl 4 , Washington , District of Columbia 20006

Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment & Labor, Family

Firm: Tucker, PLLC

1225 19th Street NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20036

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Criminal Defense , Divorce, Domestic Partnership, DUI/DWI, Family , Personal Injury, Traffic Violations, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family, Family

Dan Schy is a highly-regarded family law attorney known for his dedication to his clients and zealous advocacy in the courtroom. He helps families navigate all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody, spousal and child support, and cases involving domestic violence. Dan has a proven record of success handling complex cases, including those involving high-net-worth individuals, complex property division, and contested child custody matters.. A tough, strategic negotiator, Dan encourages cooperation between parties with the goal of reaching fair, amicable settlements. When that proves impossible, however, Dan is a skilled and experienced trial attorney who has successfully litigated cases throughout the courts of Northern Virginia.. Dan grew up in Northern Virginia and graduated with Honors from the College of William & Mary. He then earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Richmond School of Law, and has focused his practice exclusively on family law for nearly twenty years. Prior to joining Tucker PLLC, Dan served as the Chair of the Family Law Practice Group for Legal Services of Northern Virginia, a non-profit law firm dedicated to offering pro bono legal assistance to the indigent, elderly and disabled. While there, he played an instrumental role in creating a program that continues to provide legal aid to hundreds of victims of domestic violence each year.. Dan is trained in Collaborative Law, and has been recognized as a top lawyer by Super Lawyers. He has also served on the Advisory Board for the Safe Havens Supervised Visitation/Exchange Program, participated in Fairfax County’s Domestic Violence Network, and provided information sessions at Artemis House, a shelter for families affected by domestic violence.

Firm: Tin, Fulton, Walker & Owen, PLLC

301 East Park Avenue , Charlotte , District of Columbia 20203

Practice Areas: Family

I am a family law attorney in Charlotte, NC. I represent clients in a variety of cases including divorce, child custody, child support, equitable distribution and domestic violence. I also have experience advising individuals and couples in same-sex relationships and non-traditional families with matters such as parenting, partner and property agreements.

Ste 600 , Washington , District of Columbia 20036

Practice Areas: Family

Has been named in every edition of "Best Lawyers in America", and appeared in articles in Washingtonian Magazine and the NY Times as a top family lawyer in DC. Has served as counsel to the Washington Psychiatric Society.

Firm: Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald LLP

601 Pennsylvania Avenue N West Suite 900 , Washington , District of Columbia 20004

Practice Areas: Family , Health Care & Hospitalization, Labor , Personal Injury, Real Estate , Contracts & Agreements, Contracts & Agreements, Contracts & Agreements, Contracts & Agreements, Contracts & Agreements, Contracts & Agreements, Real Estate, Commercial

1850 M St NW Ste 880 , Washington , District of Columbia 20036

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: CMG LAW OFFICE, PLLC

1629 K Street, NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20006

Practice Areas: Family

As Principal Attorney and founder of CMG Law Office, PLLC, Christine Greene is recognized for her compassionate advocacy and commitment to delivering tailored legal solutions in family, domestic relations, and criminal law. Ms. Greene has substantial experience serving at organizations such as the Amara Legal Center and the Neighborhood Legal Services Program, where she championed access to legal services for vulnerable populations. In addition to her legal practice, she is a Core Adjunct Professor at California Southern University and has played a national role as a consultant with the American Bar Association, developing resources for improved pretrial defense. Ms. Greene is also a founding attorney for TurnSignl, an innovative platform providing drivers with real-time legal support during traffic stops. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Virginia and a J.D. from Washington and Lee University School of Law. Ms. Greene is admitted to practice in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.

Firm: The Gowen Group

1015 15th NW. , Washington , District of Columbia 20005

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Consumer Protection, Wills & Living Wills, Family

Christopher Gowen is a trial lawyer whose litigation experience includes more than 100 trials in over 15 jurisdictions. Mr. Gowen’s dedication to his clients has earned him an impressive trial record that includes verdicts for his clients in cases ranging from custody disputes to multi-national civil litigation. In Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, Mr. Gowen is one of a handful of lawyers in the history of the Commonwealth to have a prenuptial agreement set aside for breach of contract when both parties were still alive.. Mr. Gowen’s practice focuses on family law, criminal defense, personal injury, fraud and consumer protection cases. His efforts on behalf of the lawyers who represented thousands of indigent villagers in Ecuador received national and international notoriety (click here for an NPR interview with Chris regarding this case). Chris is also an award-winning Adjunct Professor of Law at the American University Washington College of Law where he teaches Legal Ethics, Law Practice Management and Upper Level Seminars.. Mr. Gowen has represented numerous family law clients in the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, and Maryland and prides himself on finding sensible and fair solutions for his clients that protect the best interest of the children and promote a harmonious divorce process.. Recognized for his years of experience and accomplishments, the District of Columbia Superior Court appointed Mr. Gowen to two panels for representing defendants under the Criminal Justice Act as well as respondents in criminal juvenile proceedings. He began his legal career as a public defender in Miami-Dade, Florida where he represented hundreds of adult and juvenile clients accused of committing crimes. Mr. Gowen left the Public Defender’s office to work for former President William Jefferson Clinton and then-Senator Hillary Clinton. Chris was a fact checker for President Clinton’s memoir, My Life. He also served as a traveling aid for President Clinton’s national and international trips. Chris finished his tenure with the Clintons by directing the advance operations for then-Senator Hillary Clinton during her 2008 presidential campaign.. Mr. Gowen later joined the American Bar Association as the Senior Staff Attorney for the Criminal Justice Section in Washington, DC. There he focused on directing grant projects, developing criminal justice policy, and coordinating amicus briefs for the United States Supreme Court on topics relating to reentry, juvenile law, and criminal defense. Mr. Gowen’s work has been published in law journals from Duke and Fordham Law Schools.. In his spare time, Chris enjoys sailing with his wife and daughter, playing golf and tennis and cheering for the Villanova Wildcats and Philadelphia Phillies.

Firm: Iwuji Jemmott & Associates LLC

419 7th Street NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20004

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: Lopez Law Firm PLLC

1200 18th St NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20036

Practice Areas: Family

Carlos Lopez is a Washington DC family law attorney that puts the interests of his clients’ first in every matter. From navigating them through heated divorces to interstate child support actions.   Attorney Lopez is there for his clients every step of the way. He has extensive legal experience and proven success in and out of the courtroom. Most importantly, Attorney Lopez cares about the individuals and families he represents, always striving to secure the best possible outcome on their behalves. He offers after hour and weekend appointments to ensure his clients get the support and counsel they need during such a trying time. Interested in learning how Attorney Lopez can help with your family law issues? Reach his firm at.

Firm: Law Office of Benjamin Schenker

1411 H St. NE , Washington , District of Columbia 20002

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: The Burr Law Firm Pllc

1630 Connecticut Ave NW Ste 400 , Washington , District of Columbia 20009

Practice Areas: Family

Firm: The Law Office of Jessica E Adler

800 Connecticut Avenue, NW , Washington , District of Columbia 20006

Practice Areas: Family

The Law Office of Jessica E. Adler is a premier full-service family law practice dedicated to compassion and superior quality representation. As a solo practitioner, Ms. Adler handles all cases personally, combining her expertise in family law with caring, individualized counsel to help clients through what can be a particularly difficult period of their lives.