$ 250-350 per hour
also known as Vanessa Rochelle McKinley
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$ 250-350 per hour
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Acquired: 2016
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1250 Connecticut Ave NW, STE 700, Washington, DC, 20036
74 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
A strong litigator
I had an excellent experience working with this attorney during a protective hearing case. There are lawyers who know how to complete paperwork, and then there are lawyers who know how to argue effectively at trial....Ms. Dozier knows how to argue at trial! She was highly professional, well-organized...
Posted by Crystal | December 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Powerhouse
A true professional! Who goes above and beyond to support her clients. She deserves nothing less than a 5-star rating. Thank you for bring me peace.
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — The Protector of Father's Rights
Ms. Vanessa Dozier changed the course of my son's life—and my granddaughter’s. He went from having no visitation rights and an outrageous child support burden to sharing meaningful overnight custody nearly 40% of the time. That’s not just a legal win—it’s a restoration of fatherhood, fairness, and fa...
Posted by Tanya | September 16, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Worth every penny!
My ex husband was a gross narcissist who would do anything he could to make my life horrible. He kept bragging that he had the "best lawyer in the country". Apparently...Vanessa was better. She was very thorough in her strategy and worked hard to make sure I got great results! I can't thank her enoug...
Posted by TONY | September 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
She was exactly what my daughter and l needed!
I can't tell you how amazing attorney Vanessa Dozier is. There aren't enough words. I thought she wasn't going to remember everything we told her because we hired her a week before our court date but when l tell you she went in the court room and faught for us. She did just that. Do not let her ...
"Ms. Dozier is a zealous advocate for her clients. I witnessed this firsthand as opposing counsel. She was diligent, professional, and well prepared for court, Her legal pleadings showed attention to detail, and a very strategic approach towards promoting her client's position. I would highly endorse this attorney!"
"Vanessa is a go-to lawyer to anyone who needs legal advice. She truly cares about every one of her clients, and will stick with them during their time of need. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"In my experience with Vanessa, she has been a knowledgable, professional, and overall great attorney!"
"Vanessa is a zealous advocate for her clients and works hard on their behalf. I highly recommend her."
"Vanessa Dozier is a brilliant attorney. She is a skilled and fierce advocate for her clients. I am proud to have her as a colleague."
"Ms. McKinnley exemplifies professionalism at all times, and she is a great advocate for her clients!"
"Atty. McKinley shows great care in managing the affairs of her clients. She is both skilled and knowledgeable in the area of bankruptcy law."
"In the time that I have known Vanessa, she has demonstrated the utmost in professionalism and dedication to her work. She cares about the work that she does and achieving what is best for those that she is trying to help."
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2021 Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2021
Top 10 Best for 2021, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association
2017 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Office of Vanessa R. McKinley, LLC
2019 - Present
National Bar Association, Bankruptcy Law SectionChairwoman of Hospitality and Event Planning Committee
2018 - Present
Howard County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Prince George's County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Bankruptcy Bar Association for the District of MarylandMember
2016 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
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24 Feb 2018
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23 Feb 2018
What can be used as proof for my divorce on grounds of cruelty?
22 Feb 2018