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About Li-Shann
Biography
Li-Shann Durst is a family law attorney, certified by the Virginia Supreme Court as a mediator, and she is a trained collaborative divorce practitioner. Li-Shann has a passion for families and has served individuals from diverse backgrounds and economic circumstances. She has advised clients on various family law matters pertaining to divorce such as custody, parenting time, property distribution, and support. She has negotiated and drafted marital settlement agreements and represented clients in court hearings.
Previously, Mrs. Durst worked in the area of finance. She brings her experience in finance to inform her decisions in family law matters. Mrs. Durst provides well-informed, prudent advice to her clients, with the sensitivity and compassion they deserve during one of life's most challenging season.
Having been a litigator, Mrs. Durst now turns her attention to resolving family law issues using mediation and collaborative practice. She strongly believes that mediation and collaborative practice provide families an alternative to litigation that is more dignified.
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Licensed in Virginia for 24 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2001
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Location
Law Office of Li-Shann Durst, PLLC
21001 Sycolin Road, Suite 340, Ashburn, VA, 20147
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Li-Shann Durst's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
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Consulted for divorce
I spoke to Ms. Durst for divorce and child custody case. She took time asking questions and not sure if I got a good guidance. Should not been asked to pay for the consultation if I wasn't being offered a good direction. Not sure if I got anything out of the meeting.
Posted by Sam | August 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Great person and Lawyer
She was very helpful, knowledgeable and walked me through things step by step. Very thorough going through contracts and insightful on possible downfalls.
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome Family Law Attorney
Divorce can be a very emotional process however, Ms Durst represented me very well. She was compassionate in my case and advocated on my behalf to ensure I was privy to all the options available. She listened to my needs and provided different perspective on various issues with workable solutions and...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Helpful and patient
Li-Shann was very helpful and knowledgeable about the divorce process. She was also very patient with all the delays and changes that I made.
Posted by Kourtney | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent and Knowledgeable Attorney
Li-Shann did an excellent job handling my case and I am so thankful. She is highly experienced, knowledgeable, empathetic, kind, and goes over and beyond to represent you. Thank you for handling my needs quickly, efficiently, with a the high level off attentiveness, and great communication. I am happ...
Li-Shann Durst's Lawyer Endorsements
"I fully endorse Li-Shann in the field of family law, particularly for mediation and collaborative practice. Li-Shann has been a member of the Loudoun legal community for a number of years and is well-respected and provides a great service to her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Harry L. Carrico Pro Bono Award, Legal Services of Northern Virginia
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Li-Shan Durst PLLC
Associations
2017 - Present
Virginia Mediation NetworkMember
2014 - Present
Collaborative Professionals of Northern VirginiaMember
2013 - Present
International Academy of Collaborative ProfessionalsMember
2011 - Present
Member of the Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Member of the Loudoun County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationPresident
Education
2000
George Mason University School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
1991
California State University
Bachelor's of Science in Business, emphasis in Finance
Speaking Engagements
2022
Virginia Bar Association
Alternative to Divorce Litigation
2022
Virginia Bar Association
New and Hot Topics in Legal Ethics- Attended
2022
Virginia Bar Association
38th Annual Advanced Family Law- Attended
2022
Divorce Options Workshop
Divorce
2021
Virginia Bar Association
Domestic Violence Awareness for the General Practitioner- Attended
2021
Virginia Bar Association
37th Annual Advanced Family Law- Attended
2021
Divorce Options Workshop
Divorce
2020
Divorce Options Workshop
Divorce
2019
Divorce Options Workshop
Divorce
Languages
English