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Attorney A.J. Amissah, graduated cum laude from Benedict College in 2013. After graduating from Benedict College, he attended Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After a year at Southern University, he transferred back home to the University of the District of Columbia School of law. While attending UDCSL, he participated in the Legislative clinic and Special education clinic.
Mr. Amissah graduated cum laude from UDCSL in 2016. After graduating from UDCSL, he worked for the Children's Law Center in D.C. as a Guardian Ad Litem and a Special Education attorney. While at the Children's Law Center, he represented a number of underserved children and parents in disciplinary hearings, IEP meetings, abuse and neglect hearings, and juvenile hearings/mental health proceedings. Mr. Amissah left the Children's Law Center in August 2018 to start his own Law Firm with his classmate Anthony Marsh II, Amissah & Marsh Law Firm. Mr. Amissah, is the founder of the Brown Bag Project DMV, a non profit organization aimed to support and advocate for individuals experiencing A.J. Amissah, graduated cum laude from Benedict College in 2013. After graduating from Benedict College, he attended Southern University Law Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. After a year at Southern University, he transferred back home to the University of the District of Columbia School of law. While attending UDCSL, he participated in the Legislative clinic and Special education clinic.
Mr. Amissah's practice consist of criminal defense, DUI defense, Family law (Custody and Divorce), and Construction law.
Tough on Justice, Compassionate with Clients
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
DUI and DWI
25%
Divorce and Separation
25%
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Awards
2025 2023 2022
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Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 4 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 8 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | November 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Personable, Accessible, & Invested
Mr. Amissah was personable throughout the entire process. He made my tense and tough situation easy to navigate by providing me various options, negotiating with the other party, and allowing me the freedom to choose the way to proceed. He was referred by a friend while he was out of the country. Yet...
Posted by Tanira | September 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The Best Lawyer!
AJ took over my accident case with ease. He is extremely responsive, highly communicative, and goes the extra mile to get the job done. Could not have asked for a better lawyer. Thank you AJ!!!
Posted by Kia | August 02, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
BEST BEST BEST !
An is the best attorney I have ever dealt with HANDS DOWN! He is an very educated man who knows his work and was very easy to talk to. He was able to handle my case effectively and give me the JUSTICE I deserve! Thank you so much AJ ❤️
Posted by K.How | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Honest and Professional
AJ is an amazing attorney who will handle your case with attention and care. From the first consultation he was pleasant, patient, and thorough. He handles your case with the best outcome for you in mind instead of trying to bill you for unnecessary services. He is not your average attorney. His att...
Posted by Rider | June 08, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
DC DUI CASE
I can't tell you how happy I am to have had such a great attorney and a good man like A.J Amissah in representing me in my case. I HIGHLY recommend him in the DMV area.
A.J. Amissah's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Amissah is a great litigator and knows how best to advocate for his clients."
"Attorney Amissah is a gifted and compassionate advocate for those in need of wise and experienced counsel. I recommend him to anyone seeking justice and excellent representation."
"Mr. Amissah is a skilled and zealous advocate who works hard to get the best outcome for all of his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"AJ is a great attorney. He is a zealous advocate for his clients."
"A.J. is a great attorney and is well-known within the courthouse and throughout D.C. He works diligently for his clients and zealously advocates for results."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Client's Choice, Avvo
Education
2016
University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Publications
2020
Blog post
7 tips when you're facing a DUI in D.C.
Languages
English