Patrice Sulton Esq is an awesome attorney for MANY reasons: dedicated, extremely knowledgeable…read moreregarding her areas of expertise, ethical, and is highly regarded by colleagues and others in the legal community. However, what truly sets Ms. Sulton apart in my eyes is her passion; she truly cares about the issues that her clients face and treats each case accordingly. Extremely personable. Oh, and she wins...that's good in court, right? :)

Ms Sulton is an extremely knowledgeable, dedicated and hard-working attorney. Highly recommended!read more

I was looking for an attorney when I came across EmClara Law and Ms. Melissa Bright, Esq. on Yelp…read more She actually came up as one of the top 10 attorneys in the area, so I decided to take a chance and give her a call. I was pleasantly surprised when she answered the phone herself. I explained my situation to her, and she spoke to me as a human being first, before even treating me as a client. I'm a newer entrepreneur building my business, so I really appreciated that Ms. Bright works with entrepreneurs who are in the early stages of their journey. I was dealing with a contract that I needed legal advice on, and she helped me take a step back and separate my emotions from the situation so I could make a more informed decision. She was incredibly pleasant, understanding, honest, and real throughout our conversation, and that conversation gave me the clarity I needed to take the next step. I also really love that EmClara Law is a woman-owned firm. As a newer entrepreneur, I found Ms. Bright's extensive experience working across big law, tech startups, and global corporations especially valuable. Her background gave her a perspective that felt very relevant to the situation I was navigating, and I really appreciated the knowledge and guidance she brought to our conversation. I would definitely work with Melissa Bright, Esq. again in the future for any legal matters concerning my business. I truly appreciate having someone like her in my corner as I continue on this journey. I highly recommend reaching out to her if you're an entrepreneur looking for an attorney who will take the time to listen, understand your situation, and give you honest guidance.

I went to Emclara for a legal matter and was very happy with how they handled my case and the…read moreoutcome. Ms. Bright was the lawyer who handled my case, and she was professional, gave me detailed explanation, and executed the law well. She even received a public accolade from the Judge for her preparation and knowledge of the law during a motions hearing. I recommended Emclara to 2 of my friends/family, and they were also happy with their interaction with this law firm. I recommend Emclara and would not hesitate to use them again.

Ms. Tuomey was a great help to us with our legal problems. She was easy to communicate with, and…read moreabsolutely on top of the process. We asked her to help us with our teenager's speeding ticket and everything she asked us to do in preparation for the hearing turned out to help us a great deal. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone dealing with legal issues. She was also kind and approachable in dealing with our son. She clearly knows the system and is very honest about the obstacles and outcomes.

Elizabeth Tuomey is a great attorney. Poised, confident, and is very knowledgeable about the…read moreArlington court system. Shes gives you straight answers and lets you know what you're up against.

I had the absolute pleasure of working with Ms. Turley on a complex legal matter. From our first…read moremeeting, Ms. Turley demonstrated she was highly knowledgeable. Ms. Turley communicated promptly and clearly. She is incredibly professional, reliable and thorough. Her efforts lead to a successful resolution for which we are incredibly grateful. I couldn't recommend Ms. Turely enough for highly skilled legal representation.

Sara Turley absolutely changed my life with her affordable, timely legal services in DC. Thanks to…read moreher help, I was able to quickly resolve a nasty neighbor stalking case. She was knowledgeable in housing law, disability rights, and the ins and outs of domestic violence cases. Plus, she had sensible retainers and clear invoices. I definitely know who I'm calling again if I ever need counsel in the future! I highly recommend her.

Vanessa Carpenter Lourie and her team provide excellent service, I am extremely happy we did…read morebusiness together. Five years ago I became involved in a housing-related case and Vanessa stuck by our side every step of the way. She is smart and has been practicing law for decades so she has many connections in the DC legal world. I would highly recommend hiring Vanessa for any legal issue, she is determined to always get the best for her clients.

Vanessa is the best lawyer in DC! She was referred to me 5 years ago when my friends and I realized…read morethat we were being discriminated on by our landlords. Throughout our 5 year lawsuit, she provided the right amount of guidance, allowing us to feel protected and in control. Her oral arguments were calculated and he written briefs were works of beauty. You can tell that she majored in English undergrad. Her intelligence and confident demeanor make her force. No matter how many lawyers are sitting on the other side of the table, their sum doesn't compete with Vanessa's abilities. I have no doubt that she was the best lawyer in DC for us! Every time I walked in court with her I felt protected, informed, and more powerful. You can tell she is well respected in DC amongst lawyers AND judges. She's a fierce leader amongst the legal community and someone that you want to have on your team! You don't want to go against a team that retained her.

Mrs. Michele Burton is an exceptional attorney and litigator, but what truly sets her apart is her…read morecharacter. She is humble, empathetic, ethical, patient, and genuinely cares about her clients. Throughout our experience, we felt heard, respected, and well-represented. Her legal expertise, thoughtful guidance, and steady support made a difficult process much easier to navigate. Our family is incredibly grateful that we found her and would recommend her without hesitation.

I'm writing to share my highly unsatisfactory experience with Michelle Burton, a lawyer who…read morerepresented me in two custody cases. Her representation was consistently ineffective and communication was a significant issue. I felt my case lacked proper attention and proactive support, ultimately leading to a sense that my financial investment yielded no real value or clarity. Based on my experiences, I strongly advise against retaining her services.

Shelly Ingram and her team are the absolute best. I went to her for a modification of custody and…read moresupport. I was awarded an increase in support. Shelly takes the time to really hear me and understand my case. She is thorough and organized. She is very responsive to emails and makes sure I understand what is happening every step of the way. Her communication is top notch! Highly recommend!

I cannot recommend Shelly Ingram. Throughout my divorce, I was fighting two battles: one against…read morethe opposing party and one against my own attorney's pressure to settle for less than I deserved. My experience was defined by two major failures in advocacy: Custody: Despite my children living with me after their mother moved out of the home, my attorney insisted I accept a 5/14 (every other weekend) schedule, claiming it was the Maryland standard. When I secured text evidence from my ex agreeing to 50/50, my attorney was hesitant to use it, stating "it might hold up in court." I ignored their advice, went to court, and the judge awarded 50/50 custody specifically citing the texts my attorney wanted to downplay. Financials: At our Pendente Lite (P&L) hearing, the judge ruled that no alimony was necessary for my ex. Despite this, when the opposing party asked for alimony again during asset division, my attorney pressured me constantly to pay it simply to reach a quick settlement. I had to act as my own advocate to stop this firm from giving away my parenting time and assets. If I had listened to their advice, I would be seeing my children significantly less and paying unnecessary support.

Virginia Joehl is the best attorney!…read more She will give you the results that you expect! She is fair, friendly, professional and effective! I highly recommend Virginia! ​

Unfortunately, my experience with her was profoundly negative and I strongly caution others against…read morehiring her. I paid $30,000 in legal fees with no progress on my case. The attorney consistently failed to follow through on promises, was poor at negotiation, and made critical errors in paperwork that caused delays. The case felt intentionally dragged out, increasing billable hours while my life savings were depleted and my parental rights were jeopardized. I was left financially ruined and in a worse position than when I started. I ultimately had to hire a new attorney to fix the mistakes and actually move my case forward. This was the worst financial and professional decision I have ever made.