Best Lawyers in America for Family Law
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Brad Cunningham is an award winning family law attorney with nearly two decades of experience. Since beginning his legal career in 2006, Brad has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals navigating complex family law matters. Licensed in 2006, he focuses on representing clients in high-stakes divorce and child custody cases, providing steadfast guidance during life's most challenging transitions. Throughout his distinguished career, Brad has garnered numerous accolades, includ...
Colleen M. Quinn is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Colleen M., who practices law in Richmond, Virginia, has been recognized since 2015. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Colleen M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
About Nicholas Boca: Board-Certified Family Law Specialist, State Bar of Arizona Former Assistant Attorney General for the Department of Child Safety 2020 recipient of the James Waite Mahoney Award for meritorious service to the Arizona Juvenile Law Section 2019-2020, Judge Pro Tempore 2019, 2022, and 2023 Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale Hubbell Super Lawyers Rising Star Extensive Trial Experience Interviewed and quoted by the Arizona Republic Interviewed by Insi...
Elizabeth’s practice has focused exclusively on family law since 2016. She handles matters including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, business valuation, step-parent adoption, premarital agreements, protective orders, and enforcement issues. Her cases have included complex issues such as mental health concerns, domestic abuse, alcohol and drug addiction, parental alienation, financial tracing, and unilateral dissipation of assets. Elizabeth belie...
DC and VA family law attorney Daniel Schy Dan Schy is a highly regarded family law attorney known for his dedication to clients and zealous advocacy in the courtroom. With nearly 20 years exclusively focusing on family law, he helps families navigate divorce , custody , spousal and child support, and domestic violence cases. Dan has a proven record of success in handling complex cases, especially those involving high-net-worth individuals , intricate property division and contested child cust...
Bianca N. Senior is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Bianca N., who practices law in Sarasota, Florida, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Bianca N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
With a unique background in construction management and finance, Mr. Chioini’s primary practice focuses on representing construction companies, businesses, and families in a wide array of matters ranging from contract review to arbitration and litigation to complex divorce matters. During the serious downturn of the economy in Michigan in 2008, Mr. Chioini was successful in assisting his clients in shoring up and defending their accounts receivables through the implementation of liens a...
David Rust Clarke is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. David Rust, who practices law in Fairfax, Virginia, has been recognized since 2010. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which David Rust is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Randall S. Herriott is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Randall S., who practices law in Annapolis, Maryland, has been recognized since 2018. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Randall S. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Florence Richardson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Florence, who practices law in Latham, New York, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Florence is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Katherine D. Smith is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Katherine D., who practices law in Reston, Virginia, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Katherine D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Ashley advocates for outcomes that enable families to make the smoothest possible transition during an otherwise stressful time of life. She is committed to seeking peaceful resolutions while also zealously advocating for her clients. Whether clients are going through a divorce, custody dispute, financial disputes, or any other family law matter, it is Ashley’s goal that her clients feel as though their issue has been resolved with dignity. While not all cases can be resolved outside of...
“I believe that attorneys should treat their clients with dignity and respect, in the same way they would want one of their own family members treated while going through this difficult process.” I am the calm eye of the storm providing clients with empathy and unwavering confidence to navigate this overwhelming time in their lives. It sounds basic, yet it’s true—helping people is the most rewarding part of my job. I enjoy talking with people and finding common ground ...
Dennis Somech is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Family Law. Dennis, who practices law in Leesburg, Virginia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Dennis is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
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