Renee Lee Stasio

It's true; she's exceptional. Renée and I quickly became an effective team, and she worked closely with me to help me learn the nuances and ever-changing nature of family law and to help me set realistic and child-centered expectations. I simply could not have survived my high-conflict situation with...out her. She is honest, fair and family-focused. She listens to alternative views and knows how to effectively advocate for her clients. She's a straight shooter, an honest broker, and can be as tenacious as the situation requires. That said, Renée is also the kind of compassionate person who will stop and help people in the courtroom if she notices they are fending for themselves, being treated unfairly or having trouble communicating. I watched her spontaneously translate for someone who wasn't even her client because she realized he was being tricked by an unscrupulous attorney. I've also seen her walk a blind man to the Metro and give some unsolicited feedback to a mom who was struggling to represent herself. She has a heart for helping those less fortunate, and she truly defies the "greedy lawyer." stereotype. I'm thankful that she was recommended to me ... and recommend her without hesitation.

After a very painful and grueling year, Renee suceeded in restoring 50/50 legal and physical custody of my children. This was not an easy thing to do. I had some baggage and by the time she took over, my spouse had withheld the children for six months without a court order, which was a huge advant...age to the other side Renee took what was a dog of a case by then, gradually reversed its course and returned my children to their home after a nine-day trial. She's a fighter. She doesn't take nonsense from the other side, and if you need to shape up she'll give it to you straight, too. Renee is very smart, tough and seemingly fearless. She is an amazing advocate, and you will never meet someone with a bigger heart or more integrity. I could not have gotten through this year without her.

Renee was recommended to me with the following words: " most good lawyers in this town keep fighting Til the money runs out , but not Renee-- she cares about families." Not only did this turn out to be true but Renee proved to be an extremely skilled, hardworking, honest and passionate advocate wh...ile often pausing to make sure she is doing the right thing for me, my children, and in general. I recommend her without reservation ( and have already done so to others who are equally pleased with her work!).

I went to Renee for help with my divorce and custody battle and she was more than I could have hoped for in an attorney -- not only was she extremely well versed in the letter of the law and the way the court system works, she was very understanding of my situation and provided a great deal of moral ...support during a difficult period in my life. Renee advised me on the best course of action both legally and strategically, and acted quickly when needed to file documents or to act pre-emptively. She listened to my wishes and was respectful of them, but at the same time, she gently made suggestions when I was too emotional to think straight, advising me to make decisions that, in hindsight, turned out to be exactly right. Throughout the whole process, Renee always asked me how my son was doing, and I really felt like she cared about us as people, that we weren't just "people". Even now when I no longer need her services, she still keeps in touch from time to time. I would highly recommend Renee as a family lawyer for anyone going through divorce or child custody issues. She knows the law, and she's a great person to boot.