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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.
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State: Maryland
Acquired: 2021
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Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable and Resourceful
We worked with AJ in a short timeframe and he proved to be a winner in our book. He offered great guidance on what we could expect, as first timers in this process, and kept a concerned mom calm. Professional, knowledgeable, relatable and resourceful.
Posted by Dr. Kirsten Lovelace | July 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Divorce
I am absolutely pleased with Mr. Amissah's representation. He was absolutely diligent, respectful, helpful, fair, and efficient in his efforts to help me settle my divorce in a way that honored me and my children’s best interest. I could not have finished this without his help, guidance and represent...
Posted by Andre | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Amazing
Mr. Amissah was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and personalable. His communication was consistent, he kept me in the loop and always responded to my emails or calls quickly. I was being charged very serious crime that carried alot of jail time but with the help of Mr. Amissah knowledge and ex...
Posted by anonymous | August 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law
Beyond Excellent!!!
Hardworking, diligent & professional, A.J. is so kind, he listened to me and provided me with different options, but most importantly, he assured me things would work out. A person killed my dog in my neighborhood. This case was challenging and complicated, with a lot of twists and turns in this case...
Posted by Gess | April 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family
A man who knows the law
Mr. Amissah was very patient and understanding with my case. He took his time to respond to motions and came prepared for each hearing. He has a great command of the laws and understands very well how to navigate in this space. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer especially for ma...
"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."
"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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Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
JD - Juris Doctor
2020
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