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Divorce Lawyer in Falls Church, VA
Family Law Attorney in Falls Church, VA
Child Custody Lawyer in Falls Church, VA
Child Support Lawyer in Falls Church, VA
Alimony Lawyer in Falls Church, VA
Property Division Lawyer in Falls Church, VA
Licensed since: 2001
Law school: The George Washington University Law School
Education: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, B.A., Bachelor of Arts, Major: Psychology, May, 1996, 2006; George Washington University, J.D., 2001
Professional activity: The American College of Family Trial Lawyers ("ACFTL"). The ACFTL "is a select group of 100 of the top family law trial lawyers from across the United States. The American College was formed in 1993 to bring together some of the best trial lawyers in America practicing sophisticated and complex family law and matrimonial matters both domestically and abroad ranging from dissolution of marriage (divorce), paternity, palimony, child abduction and domestic torts. Diplomates, all members of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, are chosen based upon their recognized litigation skills and courtroom abilities. The American College has achieved national recognition through its diplomates handling well-publicized cases and cutting edge issues of local and national importance. Diplomates are also involved in the uppermost level of continuing education through the presentation of CLE programs, acting as guest speakers, participating in hands-on interactive sessions, as well as participating in the free-flow exchange of ideas and innovative concepts amongst its members." https://acftl.com/organization/; America Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML): According to www.aaml.org, membership in the AAML means the following: The attorney has demonstrated an active interest and competency in matrimonial law as evidenced by the fulfillment of criteria and standards as established by the AAML™ Board of Examiners and Board of Governors. The attorney is recognized by the bench and bar as a leading practitioner in the area of matrimonial law. The attorney has substantial experience and is able to handle complex matters relating to custody and support of children, property division and alimony or spousal support. The attorney has demonstrated substantial involvement in the matrimonial field and has endeavored to encourage the study, improve the practice, elevate the standards and advance the cause of matrimonial law.; US Chapter of International Academy of Family Lawyers, Vice President; Fairfax County (Virginia) Bar Association, Circuit Court Committee, Domestic Relations Sub-Committee, Member, 2009 - 2015; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Membership Committee, Board Member, 2006; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Young Lawyers Leadership Committee, Vice-Chair 2006; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Young Lawyers Leadership Committee, Treasurer, 2004; Virginia State Bar Association, 2001 - Present; US State Department, Office of Children’s Issues, Member; Fairfax County (Virginia) Bar Association , Circuit Court Committee, Member, 2009 - 2015; Fairfax County (Virginia) Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division, Board Member, 2002 – 2005; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Board of Governors, 2006; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Young Lawyers Leadership Committee, Secretary, 2005; American Bar Association , 2001 - Present; American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), Nominating Committee, Member, 2016 - Present; Fairfax County (Virginia) Bar Association , Family Law Section, Member, 2001 – present; Fairfax County (Virginia) Bar Association, Professionalism Committee, Board Member, 2004 – 2005; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Membership Committee, Board Member, 2013 - present; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Publications Committee, Board Member, 2006; Virginia Trial Lawyer’s Association, Young Lawyers Leadership Committee, Board Member, 2002-2003; Virginia, 2001; International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), Board of Governors, Member, 2010 - Present