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Anitra Ash-Shakoor
About Anitra
Biography
Anitra Ash-Shakoor is the founding attorney at Capital Justice Attorneys, LLP. An accomplished bankruptcy lawyer, she assists clients in Washington, D.C. and Maryland with Chapter 7, 11 and 13 bankruptcies. She also practices probate and estate planning in D.C.
Anitra is proud to be very active in her community. She often provides pro bono work for low-income individuals facing bankruptcy and was actively involved in the ACLU of Philadelphia’s NAACP v. City of Philadelphia – 5th Monitoring Report Pedestrian & Car Stop Audit.
Anitra Ash-Shakoor is the Chair of the Bar Association of the District of Columbia's Access to Justice Committee; a member of the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys; a member of the Greater Washington Area Chapter, Women’s Law Division, National Bar Association, among many other professional affiliations.
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Licensed in New York for 4 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2021
Licensed in District of Columbia for 13 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2012
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016
Location
Capital Justice Attorneys, LLP
1325 G Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC, 20005
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Practice Areas
Bankruptcy & Debt (14)
Business (3)
Debt Settlement (2)
Divorce & Separation (2)
Estate Planning (2)
Lawsuits & Disputes (2)
Wills & Living Wills (2)
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy (1)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Corporate & Incorporation (1)
Foreclosure (1)
Libel & Slander (1)
Power Of Attorney (1)
Probate (1)
Trusts (1)
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Compassion
Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Superb Expertise and Service
Ms. Ash-Shakoor was knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. I was impressed by her willingness to answers my questions every step of the way in a very easily digestible manner. At the same time I was navigating a bankruptcy, I also was in the middle of a divorce case; Ms. Ash-Shakoor willingly c...
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
An attorney who exceeds expectations
Ms. Ash-Shakoor is an exceptional attorney because she cares about delivering the highest quality legal advice in a manner that exceeds expectations. She was hired to help my family handle a challenging estate matter. She cares about her clients, demonstrates respect and professionalism at all time...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt
Professional, experienced
Ms. Ash-Shakoor was excellent. She communicated with me during the entire process, explaining the details of complicated paperwork and an intimidating process. She provided guidance, reassurance, and patiently answered all my questions and concerns. She clearly knows her subject matter well, and p...
Posted by Eric | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Anitra Ash-Shakoor Excellence personified
Anitra represented me in my divorce proceedings in Sept. 2015. She was tremendously prepared, extremely thorough. She went out of her way to make me feel comfortable and checked every box for me to ensure that things went smoothly. She followed up with me at every turn. Anitra made sure to review...
Anitra Ash-Shakoor's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Anitra is an extraordinary advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking bankruptcy relief."
"Anitra is incredibly knowledgeable of the law, yet she provides excellent customer service. She has a passion for what she does and is one of the best. I routinely refer my cases to Anitra knowing my clients are going to be dealing with the best."
"Attorney Ash-Shakoor is a consummate professional. I have known her in the legal community for the past four years and she is an outstanding bankruptcy and probate attorney, who truly values her clients. A true champion for the cause of justice. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Ms. Ash-Shakoor professionally for 4 years and I am fully aware of her outstanding abilities in the law. She is fully proficient and adept in the areas of bankruptcy and estates/probate law. I would refer cases to her without hesitation, and give her the highest endorsements of honest and integrity among my colleagues."
"Attorney Ash-Shakoor is a excellent attorney. She knows her stuff and always has a positive outlook on what can be seen by many as challenging circumstances. I would wholeheartedly recommend this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Ash-Shakoor has a keen interest and understanding of the intricacies of bankruptcy proceedings. She is well-versed in the minutiae of consumer bankruptcy options, exemptions, and work-arounds. She is a pleasure to work with and capable in her field."
"I endorse this lawyer. She possesses a high level of knowledge and professionalism."
"I have had the pleasure of working with Anitra. She is a superb bankruptcy attorney who truly values her clients. I continue to recommend her services."
"I believe Ms. Ash-Shakoor is a competent and wonderfully professional attorney. I had the opportunity to work with her on a.complex and complicated matter. Ms. Ash-Shakoor demonstrated the ability to quickly grasp the important and provide her input quickly and efficiently. Based on this experience, I would endorse her."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.
Informal Admonition issued in DC, 2016
updated on 12/10/2019An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Anitra’s comment:
“I have successfully represented hundreds of individuals through the bankruptcy process. This particular case involved a husband being temporarily out of the country who gave permission for his wife to sign bankruptcy pleadings on his behalf. Unfortunately, the couple did not have a properly executed power of attorney in place and was reprimanded for this oversight. This was unfortunate but my valued clients are definitely in capable hands.”
Honors
2020
Lawyers of Distinction Nomination, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
Excellence Award, Washington, DC Small Business
2015
2015 Best Business of Washington, DC - Bankruptcy Law, Washington, DC Best Businesses
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Partner, Capital Justice Attorneys, LLP
Associations
2013 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysAttorney Member
2012 - Present
National Lawyers GuildAttorney Member
2012 - Present
District of Columbia BarAttorney Member
Education
2001
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Morgan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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