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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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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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Showing 11 - 15 of 16 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Superb Divorce Attorney
AJ is an outstanding attorney, my divorce case was complicated with properties, a business, retirement accounts and criminal ramifications. AJ jumped into the fire worked and my court case until the 11th hour. AJ is truly the definition of a great attorney!!!!!
Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding attorney!
AJ was an amazing attorney that supported me through multiple legal issues, including false allegations of abuse/assault during divorce proceedings. Not only were the false allegations completely debunked, we reached a divorce settlement acceptable to me that preserved my parental rights and saved m...
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Attorney who knows the system
AJ was able to clearly talk me through the charging process and represented my interest when it came to dealing with investigators and US attorneys. It is essential that when retaining a lawyer to have someone familiar with the local law and the key players there. He listened to my story and helped...
Posted by Reggie | November 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing lawyer
A.J. Amissah is amazing lawyer he represented me with a traffic matter that wasn't looking so good. He came on my case with the knowledge he possesses and really turned things around for me. I highly recommend Mr. Amissah to anyone looking for and amazing criminal defense attorney that's easy to comm...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Highly Recommended!!!!
A.J. Amissah is a great criminal defense attorney. He represented me in a traffic matter. He’s Very thoughtful, and easy to talk to. He also makes time for me anytime I need him. Very skilled and knowledgeable of DUIs.
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