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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%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
2025 2023 2022
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2
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 Brooke | May 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
He said he could and he DID!!
Mr. Amissah was very patient, informative and quick to reply. He helped me get ahead of my case with step by step instructions. Luckily I listened because he was able to achieve what he said he can. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs a defense lawyer.
Posted by Royce | February 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Appreciation
From Royce, My attorney, Mr. Amissah and his assistant Jasmine dedicated their time and energy to my case. He stood by my decision to go to trial. The result was that he was able to win me my freedom.
Posted by Qoyana Hughes | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Professional Executive Assistant
I wish I could tell every client AJ comes across, he has your back! AJ is the best! My case was quite complicated. I was in a car accident. I was arrested and charged with Suspicion of a Drunk Driver. I went into a depressed mode as my case was ongoing. When I contacted AJ, he was Johnny on the S...
Posted by Marcela | December 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Not 1, but 2 cases!
Mr. Amissah. I have no words to describe or express how thankful I am. He was my lawyer and was able to dropped the charges against me not in 1 but in 2 cases. He is great and know how to proceed. Always responded to my calls or texts, always had an answer to my questions and always explain everythin...
Posted by Robert | October 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Domestic violence
Mr.amissah was very attentive to my needs and meet them with the highest standards and brought the the truth out and show how the police and the state was wrong in there case with the so called lady that’s was hurt. The final out come was he state was defeated and I am and will be forevergreatful for...
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."
Camille Wagner
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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