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Sheraz Barkat
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Biography
Sheraz Barkat is a family law attorney in Washington, D.C. As a divorce and child custody attorney, Sheraz has litigated several divorce and child custody matters including complex property distributions, overseas property, child support modifications, childhood name change, and military benefits. Sheraz has also represented clients in numerous uncontested divorces. He appears frequently before the Domestic Relations Branch of the D.C. Superior Court, and has also volunteered there as an attorney-negotiator.
Prior to his time as a practicing attorney Sheraz was a Congressional Staffer for Senator John D. Rockefeller IV for several years working on small business, tax, veterans, and trade policy for the Senator. In addition to his domestic education Sheraz studied abroad in Sydney, Australia where he focused on international civil litigation and comparative family law. Sheraz is a member of the District of Columbia Bar, the American Bar Association, and the South Asian Bar Association. He also volunteers with the Arlington Food Assistance Center.
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 13 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2012
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Barkat Law Firm
2001 L Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC, 20036
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Posted by Marcelino | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Grateful to have had Sheraz on my corner!
I had the pleasure of meeting and retained Sheraz for my custody/child support case. He was very understanding, knowledgeable, detailed, honest, and would always get back to me quickly. He handled my case with the most attention and managed to get me a settlement, after I had struggled 2 1/2 years on...
Posted by James | November 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Great attorney
I hired Sheraz to represent me in a child custody matter in Washington, DC. He helped guide me through my case and advised me of all my options to make getting through the custody process much more understandable. I still rely on Sheraz whenever I need advice on child custody issues with my children....
Posted by Stuart | August 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Tough negotiator who gets results
I was being harassed by representatives of an individual who is currently a sitting Governor in a nearby state. Those people were threatening me with lawsuits, trying to get me to turn over property to the Governor that was rightfully mine without receiving any compensation whatsoever. I turned to Sh...
Posted by Pamela | June 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Excellent representation
Sheraz is knowledgable, professional, personable and highly competent. He represented my son in a child custody matter that was inappropriately filed in Washington, DC when it rightfully belonged in WV. He prepared and filed a Motion to Dismiss and successfully advocated for it before the judge such ...
Posted by Randy | February 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Happy Client
I found Mr. Barkat when I had nowhere else to turn to and I am so thankful for him. His knowledge and expertise helped me win a case that I thought was not possible. His attention to detail was astounding and his ability to objectively analyze any situation to determine the facts was amazing. I canno...
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"Sheraz is an excellent family law attorney who is responsive to client's needs and a zealous advocate in the court room. I would not hesitate to refer clients to him."
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"I have had the pleasure of knowing Sheraz for over a decade and would recommend him without any hesitation. Sheraz is extremely intelligent, diligent, passionate about his work and his resume speaks for itself. Perhaps most importantly, there is no one I would give a higher endorsement to in regards to integrity and trustworthiness."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing Sheraz for ten years now. He is one of the most honest, dedicated and sharp people I know. The choice to hire a lawyer should not be taken lightly. You can and should have the utmost confidence when hiring Sheraz."
"I have known Sheraz for over three years. I have worked briefly with him on one case in the past, and more recently, he was opposing counsel in a family law matter that went to trial. From that experience I can say he clearly works hard and advocates zealously and effectively for his clients. I'm happy to give him my endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Sheraz approaches the most difficult family law issues aggressively yet compassionately. I am always comfortable referring individuals on to him for representation."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
10 Best Family Law Firms, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
2017
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2016
Top Lawyers, Three Best Rated
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
DC Young Entrepreneur of the Week, DC Young Entrepreneurs
2013
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
N/A
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Barkat Law Firm
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Ates Law Firm
2009 - 2013
Legislative Correspondent, United States Senate
Associations
2013 - Present
South Asian Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
District of Columbia Volunteer Lawyers ProjectVolunteer Attorney
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Civil Protective Order
Order entered with no wrongdoing found
Alimony and Divorce
Successfully defended against alimony and received award of attorney's fees from the other party.
Child Custody
Successfully dismissed the other party's complaint, and case was moved to West Virginia
Legal Separation
Successfully received a legal separation and incorporated separation agreement.
Modified Property Distribution
Successfully petitioned court for an additional property award.
Alimony and Debt
Client was not liable for alimony nor student loan debt
Child Support Recalculation
Child support payments delayed to allow for change in circumstances
Uncontested Divorce
divorce granted
Post Judgement Divorce
Successfully litigated a post judgment motion on behalf of client to reopen the case and fully litigate the issues.
Child Custody Case
Granted jurisdiction in DC, and awarded temporary custody to client.
Education
2008
West Virginia University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
West Virginia University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Divorce Mediation Training for Mental Health Professionals
DC Family Law
Publications
2018
Barkat Law Firm
I've Been Served with Divorce Papers - What Do I Do Now?
2016
Barkat Law Firm
Jurisdiction and Child Custody Disputes
Languages
English
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