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Joseph H. Beale has been providing exceptional legal services for individuals and families in Northern Virginia and the District of Columbia for more than twenty years. Every client is important and with you he will develop a client centered strategy that fits your unique circumstances in order to meet your goals and achieve the best possible outcome for you in a cost effective, ethical and efficient manner. He believes in building strong and lasting relationships with clients based on trust, open communication and delivering results. He has a solid reputation as a skilled litigator and negotiator, earning a perfect 10 rating on . In 2017, he received a Top 10 Attorney Award (Virginia) from the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
Joseph H. Beale obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston University graduating cum laude and becoming a member of the Golden Key National Honor Society. He holds a juris doctor degree from The American University, Washington College of Law. After obtaining his law degree, Mr. Beale opened his own practice in Arlington County where he specialized in the areas of criminal defense, traffic and juvenile law. He quickly became one of the leading legal advocates for children in Fairfax County who were involved in abuse and neglect, contested custody or divorce proceedings. Following his solo practice, he joined Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Inc. and was a member of the firm’s Family Law Task Force for three years representing indigent clients who were oftentimes the victims of domestic violence. For the next ten years, Mr. Beale was employed by Regan Associates, Chartered, in Washington DC and expanded his practice areas to include immigration, bankruptcy (Chapter 7 and 13), personal injury, landlord tenant, consumer and wills trusts and estates. Prior to launching Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC, he was employed by John A. Boneta and Associates, PLLC, a prestigious boutique firm located in Falls Church. Whether representing a client charged with a serious criminal offense, an asylum seeker facing deportation, an abused child, or a battered spouse separating from her husband, Mr. Beale has demonstrated time and time again that he is a tenacious, effective and caring advocate and litigator.
Mr. Beale is a member of the District of Columbia and Virginia bars. In addition, he is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, the United States Bankruptcy Court of for the Eastern District of Virginia and United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. His professional activities have included membership in the Citizens Advisory Counsel to the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court of Fairfax County and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. He is an avid swimmer and spends his free time with his wife and two children in Loudoun County.
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2002
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 1993
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Posted by Ric | March 31, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Strongly Recommend (Family Law)
Joseph did an excellent job negotiating and authoring my separation agreement and final order of divorce. He was thorough and clear in his explanations when I had questions, always putting the interests of his client first. Highly recommend.
Posted by Alex | May 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Expert in family law
I hired Joseph to handle my divorce. I was married for 10 years, and assumed I would lose most of my assets. Joseph walked me through the process, explained the plan of action, and we went to battle. Glad he was on my side, opposing council didn’t know what hit them. Trust me Joseph is the guy you wa...
Posted by Mariam | March 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent Services
Mr. Beale is an excellent attorney. He has helped me for a year and a half with several cases in family law including divorce, child support, custody and protective orders. Mr. Beale knows the law thoroughly and represents his client very well. Paperwork gets filed in a timely fashion, he contacts ...
Posted by Ernie | July 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence
Experienced, Thorough and Precise. . . .
Joseph's experience and knowledge was a real benefit to my case. He drilled down into the details and was able to put together a solid case at a time when I was very unsure. He helped defend me in a Protective Order case and his confidence and ability helped get the case dismissed! Thanks Joseph!
Posted by Jenna | May 24, 2019 | Divorce & Separation
STOP. LOOK. LISTEN - Highly Recommend!
I hired Joseph as my divorce lawyer (for a very messy complex divorce) and I couldn’t be happier! When I say Joseph did an outstanding job that’s an understatement. Not only does he know the law inside and out....he respectfully kept me in check when I was veering off course and making emotional deci...
"I endorse this lawyer. I recently had a case where Mr. Beale was the guardian and I must say that I found his dedication to the well being of the minor child to be paramount. He is exceptionally experienced, thoughful and wants to do the right thing. He knows the courts and is very though in his work preparation."
"Joseph is highly personable; he is easy to approach and speak with about a multitude of legal issues. His clients appreciate his skill set and his peers respect his opinion."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Mr. Beale for the past decade and have always found him to be a diligent advocate for his clients."
"Joe Beale is an excellent attorney who is dedicated to getting the best possible result for his client."
"I endorse Joe Beale. I have only had the pleasure of knowing Joe for a little over 6 months now, but in that time he has demonstrated his legal acumen. He is particularly strong in the area of juvenile and domestic matters and works very hard for his clients."
"Joseph Beale distinguishes himself in his wide range of experience in many areas of the law including both criminal and civil practice. He also has a pleasant and caring manner which well-serves those he represents. He is meticulous in tending to detail and creative in asking the right questions to strive for the best results for his clients."
"I have always found Joe to be diligent in his work and maintain the highest integrity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joe is now working with the Boneta law firm and they are the best in Falls Church."
"I had the privilege of working with Joe Beale for several years. In that time, I found him to be a highly skilled attorney, both in the courtroom and out. He has both a keen legal mind, and an innate ability to empathize with his clients. I endorse Joe Beale without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Joe for over twenty years. He is an excellent advocate for his clients. He is also meticulous in his preparation for his cases."
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2026
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Top 10 Attorney (Virginia), National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2016
10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Virginia, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2015
10 Best Family Law Attorneys for Virginia, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2003
Certificate of Appreciation, County of Fairfax
2002
Certificate of Appreciation, County of Fairfax
2017 - Present
Attorney, Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC
2014 - 2017
Attorney, John A. Boneta & Associates, PLLC
2004 - 2014
Associate, Regan Associates, Chartered
2001 - 2004
Staff Attorney, Legal Services Of Northern Virginia
1995 - 2001
Attorney, Joseph H. Beale, Esquire
1992 - 1992
Law Clerk, Department Of Consumer Affairs, D.C.
1991 - 1991
Law Clerk, Brockton District Court
2009 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - 2004
Citizens Advisory Council to the Juvenile & Domestic Relations District Court of Fairfax CountyMember
Conviction Affirmed
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts- Cum Laude
2004
2003
2002
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