I am writing this review as a severe warning to anyone considering hiring this attorney. My husband…read morewas her client, and the experience was so profoundly unprofessional and predatory that I feel compelled to share, even though I was not the direct client. From the outset, I was pressured into entering a separate financial agreement to cover my husband's fees, which was an immediate red flag. The most egregious conduct came later. In the middle of my husband's case, with no warning and at a critical juncture, she deliberately dropped his case. This was not for a lack of merit; it was a transparent tactic to pressure us into paying more money. She knowingly left us legally vulnerable to force our hand. When we disputed the fees for this abandoned and botched representation, her final solution was not to negotiate or mediate. Instead, she filed a lawsuit against us in small claims court. A lawyer who sues her own former clients over a fee dispute--especially after abandoning their case--has crossed a serious ethical line. This attorney does not act as a counselor or advocate. She engages in predatory financial tactics, holds your case hostage, and uses the legal system as a weapon against the very people she is supposed to help. I cannot overstate the stress and financial harm this caused.

If you're looking for a family lawyer who is both fierce in the courtroom and deeply compassionate,…read moreChristine Ramapuram is your lawyer. I was facing an uphill custody battle as an out-of-state dad, and Christine never flinched. She was honest, smart, and relentlessly prepared. But beyond the legal expertise, what really stood out was how much she cared. She kept me focused, gave wise advice, and ultimately helped me win full custody of my son. I'm so thankful I found her--and I'd recommend her to anyone.

There is no question in my mind my children are healthy and safe today because of the immediate and…read moredecisive actions Laila Raheen took following a troubling situation that put my children at risk. Earlier this year, I found myself in an incredibly difficult position. Due to unexpected and unfortunate mental health issues with my ex-wife, I believed my children were no longer safe in the current custody agreement we had. I did not know what I could do or what my options were, but knew I needed to act immediately to protect my children. Ms. Raheen had represented me during my divorce three years prior. During that time, I had gained a great deal of trust and respect for Ms. Raheen and her paralegal Taryn Arp. Three years later when my children's safety became a concern, I immediately called Ms. Raheen again and requested her help. I was pleased to learn that even though several years had passed since my divorce, Ms. Raheen was still familiar with the facts of my case and she was prepared to tell me my options. She was decisive and acted quickly to move my children legally into my custody until we could ensure their safety. In addition, I also had Jennifer Huchler and Paralegal Taryn Arp working on my case. I valued Ms. Huchler's input and was confident in the work she did on my behalf. Ms. Huchler and Ms. Raheen were knowledgeable experts I could trust to safely voice my concerns to and ask questions of during our meetings. They were all easily accessible, quick to respond, and always thoughtful with my time. This was a difficult case with complicated issues. Ms. Raheen always made keeping my kids safe her number one priority, and she produced results that did exactly that. I am so grateful for the work done by Ms. Raheen, Ms. Huchler, and Ms. Arp.

Honestly, if I could give 0 stars, I would…read more Whatever you do, don't hire this firm. They are extremely expensive and, in my experience, seemed more focused on billing than on helping their clients. I worked with Teddi and Sunny, and I regret my decision. I spent over $12,000 on my case and was repeatedly told they could handle it. I shared how serious and urgent my situation had become, but I felt very little was done to move my case forward. After my first court hearing, they chose to withdraw from representing me, which was both surprising and disappointing. Another frustrating issue was being billed for reviewing and responding to numerous emails sent by the opposing parties. Even though I wasn't the one initiating those communications, I was still charged for the time spent addressing them, which significantly increased my legal fees. After hiring a new attorney, I was told that my case should have been handled differently. Looking back, I wish I had known more about the firm's experience with family law before retaining them. Had I known, I would have chosen different representation from the beginning. This was my personal experience, and unfortunately, I cannot recommend this firm. For the amount I paid, I expected far better communication, advocacy, and results.

Years ago I worked with Fite & O'Brien for my divorce, they had a new young lawyer on the firms…read moreteam, Don Anderson. His fellowship with these women seeded a lifelong ability of great human skills required to balance the goals of the client with the law, directed, focused and clarity of issues often not understood by the client. with both litigation (or mediation themes) balanced with kindness. His skill, a brilliant, no nonsense approach saved me time, money and most importantly, emotional waste. He's been an advocate for me twice now (and my sister in law) in cases which were the most stressful times in our lives, calmly lowers the distraction with critical clarity and best outcomes for us both. I'm ever grateful for a professional relationship begun so many years ago continues to support me thoughtfully, professionally, with clear knowledge of the ever changing law, handled expeditiously with kindness, and generous comforting spirit. I wholeheartedly highly recommend Don Anderson of Kelly, Burnes Danker and Luu Sincerel, Ellen Brooks

Do not waste your money on this firm. They are unqualified attorneys who have their own agenda and…read morenot you or your childs best interest. I retained this firm for custody and child support. I have had an ongoing open case with DCSE for arrearages in the tens of thousands. Rather than see the trial through she opted to settle for less than half of what is owed. She did not file what was asked in the amount of dollars owed and left it as 50% of all child related expenses. The father is now behind 8 months once again which always leads back to court. This is what they want, so you will continue to retain them and spend your life savings. Then a court hearing was scheduled in November of last year for August of this year giving this girm ample time to prepare. Once again I could not reach them for over a month asking how do we prepare. Discovery was due and instead of admitting to failure they decided to drop my case one month before the trial date. I was forced to retain a real attorney however the damage was done. Since no evidence was submitted to the courts, trial was postponed and removed from the docket. They didn't even have a file for my case. They sent over next to nothing when requested by my new firm. Now we have to re-submit filings and most likely wait another 8 months for a trial date available. Save your time and hard earned money for a firm who takes your childs best interest seriously!!

UPDATE: I got what I…read morewanted and what I KNEW was in the best interest of my children. I thought it was settled, nope. My Ex filed again for the exact same thing, EXACT same thing. I sent it over to Mike (this time, more irritated than worried). I KNOW I'm in good hands, I stressed alot less after having him. We finally appeared for the judge to decide if we need to go to trial again, Mike shut it down immediately. He was slick and smooth and knew exactly what to use. It was literally magic.No shit. I had to literally jump for joy once the court room's doors closed. Mike was happy that I was happy and I saw it right then and there, he gave a shit. Not only cause WE won but because he made his client happy. I've heard horror stories about Lawyers costing people an arm & a leg and still not being happy with results. That wasn't the case- Mike was very reasonable and honest. I appreciate that. He was very upfront about the costs of things and didn't bs around it. I'm VERY happy with what I received and it was worth every penny. He truly does provide quality service. All BS aside, Mike knows what he's doing. Stop stressing, make your life easier and just hire him. You WON'T regret it. I promise! Now understand this is in the courts hands and all depends on the mood the judge wakes up in but Mike is your best fucking chance. He will ALWAYS be my go to. ALWAYS. Thanks again Mike, for everything! I can't tell you how much I appreciate you

Forget any negative reviews concerning Mr. Daugherty. He handled 18 months legal work for me in a…read morechild custody/divorce case. First, Donald genuinely cares about his clients and focuses on getting the best results. Secondly, Donald is experienced. He's in that courtroom everyday and has a great predictability in how the judges think. Donald is very wise. While polite to his judicial adversaries, Donald does not cringe in tough situations. We're talking about a U.S. Army Lt. Colonel who survived the jungles of Vietnam. In a word, Donald wins. And his legal fees are reasonable. Donald doesn't not nickel and dime like many other lawyers. He'll give you a fee and all the courtroom appearances, phone calls, letters written, photo copies, etc. are under that umbrella. If you have a moment of pause on the legal fees, look at this way -what would be cost of judgements that don't go your way. Donald successfully thwarted opposing lawyer attempts for me to pay their client's legal fees. That alone save me tens of thousands of dollars. He won monetary judgements for me that I had not asked. What you're getting with Mr. Daugherty is client honesty, solid legal knowledge, and decades of daily courtroom experience. Donald cares about his clients and he wins. Donald is a rare, affordable super lawyer and you want this man representing you.

Very knowledgeable and professional service. I highly recommend this business for your legal needs.read more

There are plenty of lawyers in northern Virginia. Sometimes it seems they are as abundant as the…read morehills. This can be a good thing, yet how do you narrow down your search, to find the right one? There is the net, sources offline to find lawyers, and even word of mouth. Rarely do I give anyone or anything five stars here. Yet I'm proud of what Dan has done for me, in a rather unusual family case, and am glad to give him a complete recommendation. He covers all areas of the law, but is knowledgeable, easy to communicate with, and is also extremely bright. Dan found information that other attorneys didn't, and he is the best guide for you with the Virginia court system. That alone is a jungle. Not sure if it's because of commonwealth laws or what, but Dan is able to wade through the minutiae quickly. This sharpness is guaranteed to help you, as you want top notch legal support for important matters in the ride of life. I would say hire him, but if you do visit lawyers to decide which one, please add him to your list. He is very responsible, as well as being responsive. I like his demeanor in and out of court. He's a family man, and this comes in handy too, as the way he handles information and witnesses is comprehensive. If you need a lawyer, this is the one you should have in your corner. He has impeccable communication skills, and also is incredible calming clients down. Court is a stressful place. I cannot lie, as having been through other challenges, this case has been up there with overall concerns. Dan has moved mountains, even in covid, to make sure that one person was going to be in the best situation possible. That alone is peace of mind, and things are better due to Dans efforts. Definitely in your search whether criminal or civil cases, this is one attorney you'll want to consider in your and this is meant, vital search for your or others best interests being represented. I've worked with other attorneys, and Dan got results, which is very impressive. Thank you to Dan, as he makes sure your interests are represented fully, and he's no empty suit when it's court time.

Lisa Brown is a very competent and thorough attorney in the estate law and planning. She assisted…read moreme in this area and also with redoing my well, power of attorney, and healthcare directive. I highly recommend her for anyone that needs this type of service.

They care much about their customers. I would highly recommend. They assist to my every needs…read more They are professional and cares for people. It's hard to reliable find good lawyers these days.

Normally I would not advertise how much I love (and NEED) professional legal services but these are…read morenot normal times lol. I highly recommend NOVA Legal Professionals for all of your legal needs! They are incredibly capable and seasoned lawyers, have a wealth and breadth of experience, and are just overall the most professional and smart lawyers I have ever met. I can not recommend them enough and while I hope you don't need them I am so glad to have found them just in the off chance you do need legal help. They litigate and fight for you in court like it's their personal mission and I've never seen anything like it. It's amazing to watch but even better to know that they are on your team!

David Rouzzo and his assistant Victor Ciola were absolutely amazing in their representation of my…read morecase. I HIGHLY recommend Irving Law Firm. Truly the best experience I've had with attorney representation.

Marvelous attorney team here with strong professionals who want you to be happy,…read moreGreat strength in their strategies and much wisdom in their counsel Stick with a winner, the Irving Law Firm