Bottom Line - Colleen Haddow is the BEST attorney I could have ever wished for --my only regret is…read morethat I didn't start with her from the beginning. Ms. Colleen Haddow came as a recommendation from my previous law firm following failed mediation in a highly complex, contentious, and financially draining divorce and custody case. The opposing counsel - whose professional reputation precedes her as a person devoid of ethics and civility, made finding a willing, capable, and affordable replacement daunting. Colleen personally and immediately took my call for an intake interview. When I opened by informing her of who opposing counsel was, she simply laughed with complete confidence, accepted my case, and immediately got my case moving on the right track. Unlike opposing counsel in this case, Colleen is a legal professional with impeccable integrity and ethics; but not to be confused with someone who submits to bully tactics or shies away from confrontation in or out of the courtroom. In contrast, Ms. Haddow is emotionally intelligent and well versed in the rules of the court to effectively persuade and, if need be, compel cooperation from even the most difficult of personalities. In doing so, she also remained a steadfast, approachable, and responsive attorney (often responding to me within minutes), who consistently addressed my concerns, provided objective perspective, and gave absolute sound guidance amidst the evolving challenges within the case. In short, she kept me sane and grounded in arguably the most stressful and emotionally draining period of my life. In addition to her superior soft skills, Colleen also demonstrated unmatched expertise and experience in distilling and framing the key issues of my case (fully explaining the legalities), to include those I hadn't initially seen, understood, or considered. She proved invaluable in interpreting and exposing financial information, indiscretions, and activities. She was also proactive, strategic, anticipatory, and prepared always and on all fronts. I am convinced that she and her abilities alone are the REASON that ultimately resulted in my case outcome far surpassing my initial expectations from failed mediation, and resulting in a final settlement that exceeded my best-case scenario in court (albeit that she was fully prepared and willing to execute). Colleen saved me thousands in legal expenses, but more importantly, she helped me overcome a series of short-term losses in exchange for an overwhelming long-term gain on my journey to a new and better life. In the strongest terms possible, I highly recommend Colleen Haddow for all family litigation.

Colleen came recommended to me without hesitation from another esteemed family law attorney cited…read morein USA Today as a top attorney in the DC area. I am so thankful for the recommendation and that I took this attorney's advice to retain Colleen. Colleen helped me navigate my separation and prepared me for trial with calculated wisdom, grace, and finesse. Ultimately yielding to a judge to decide what is best for the ones who matter most is excruciatingly hard; Colleen's command of the law, intimate knowledge of the details of my case and her execution in court were phenomenal. Her attention to detail, personal commitment to excellence and outstanding professionalism allowed a judge to clearly see the case before him. After custody, we were able to settle final terms in mediation. Again, Colleen ensured I was well prepared and that all the details were understood, disclosed, and terms fair and reasonable to bring my divorce to an end. I would not hesitate to recommend Colleen to anyone looking for an attorney with whom they can openly dialogue, solicit advice, and pay exceptional value for an elite standard of service. I tried one attorney before Colleen, witnessed and endured what the attorney on opposing counsel brought forth both in court and mediation, and am so thankful that I had Colleen with me to finalize what has been the most difficult time in my life. The results were truly unparalleled.

I highly recommend Monique Miles for anyone needing exceptional representation in an employment law…read morematter. She demonstrated outstanding professionalism, integrity, and legal expertise throughout my case against my former employer. She was knowledgeable, well-prepared, responsive, and always took the time to explain every step of the process. Her attention to detail, strong communication, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcome gave me confidence from start to finish. She truly possesses all the qualities of an excellent employment lawyer, and I am incredibly grateful and blessed for her hard work and commitment.

I wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Monica Miles, Esq to assist you with your legal issues. She…read moreprovided assistance to me on a work related issue and was informative and supportive. Ms. Miles gave advice but allowed for me to decide what steps I would like taken which I appreciated. You will not go wrong calling for a consultation.

I was unlawfully discharged from employment by a federal government agency. I tried to communicate…read morewith the agency directly, but was rebuffed. After this, I contacted Attorney Brown and discussed my case with him. Attorney Brown listened attentively as I explained my problem. I expected a short initial consult, but was pleased that he was patient and took as much time as he needed to fully grasp my specific circumstance (twice as long as I thought I would receive). We agreed that my goals for resolution were reasonable and he set to work. Attorney Brown thoughtfully engaged me throughout the preparation of my complaint to the agency, asking follow-on questions and reviewing several drafts; and he calmed my concerns as I occasionally felt the process was taking longer than I anticipated. However, that preparation paid dividends, as within three days of his delivery of my complaint to the agency, their general counsel had reached out and made an initial offer to resolve the disagreement. I was not satisfied with the initial offer, and Attorney Brown did not attempt to convince me to settle prematurely. Instead he fully supported my decision and within two weeks, I got the full settlement I sought. Since then, Attorney Brown has continued to diligently ensure that the agency meets its obligations to me. I could not be happier with the representation I received and I would strongly recommend Attorney Brown to anyone seeking legal assistance in his area of expertise. - A. E.

From the owner: Civil litigation - The Brown Firm is able to provide comprehensive civil litigation services that…read moreare designed to prevent potential disputes or resolve conflict through mediation or formal litigation. We pride ourselves on creative solutions and always tailor our civil litigation services in a way that minimizes stress, risk and cost for the client. Traffic defense - The penalties for different types of traffic offenses can range from minor fees, to jail time - it all depends on the charge. Regardless of what type of traffic offense you have been charged of, it is extremely useful to have an experienced lawyer on your side. Working with an attorney can help ensure that your rights are protected and in certain cases they can advocate on your behalf in order to have the charges lessened or completely dropped. Individuals who have received a serious traffic charge such as a DUI or Reckless driving especially need to hire legal representation because the penalties could have serious negative impacts on their daily lives and their future. Criminal defense - If you are a defendant, proceeding into court proceedings without a licensed and qualified attorney is extremely unwise and you could receive a penalty for a charge you don't deserve, or a penalty that doesn't match your charge. Our experienced trial lawyers have extensive experience and can ensure that your rights are protected and will take all measures to ensure you receive the best possible outcome of your case.

Sam Moore is an expert in the field of military and civilian law that I would retain again should I…read moreever find myself in a situation needing such services. When I was sent to a General Court Martial Sam's firm argued to have a key piece of evidence suppressed on the grounds that the government had conducted an illegal search and seizure. Law enforcement has a very low bar to pass for probable cause, yet the military judge was swayed by the well thought out written brief and oral arguments made during the hearing. The Command wanted to proceed with a court martial anyways and Sam successfully negotiated non judicial punishment and a retirement. This led to an honorable discharge that I am convinced was assisted by Sam's expert editing of the letters and documents I had to submit. That complete, the government requested a civilian agency prosecute my case. They agreed and after a protracted negotiation, Sam convinced them to drop all charges. Sam is an amazing! He takes the time to answer questions and explain complicated legal issues in an easy to follow manner. He always follows through and never leaves you hanging. Have him handle your issue with confidence!!

Kirk prepared a will for my wife and I. He did an excellent job, patiently working through all the…read moredetails of how we wanted our assets divided and also the delicate process of who would take care of our children in the unlikely event that something happened to us. We had complete confidence in him and that's a good feeling. He's also very funny and a really nice guy. The office staff was also very nice and took care of us. The office was easy to get to - located right in downtown Alexandria. They all made the whole experience of getting our will done easy and pleasant.

Mr. Kime was very nice and personable. He took the time to go over each aspect of my legal…read moredocuments.

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