Abigail Beryl Scott

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Abigail Beryl Scott

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Marriage & Prenuptials, DUI & DWI ... +6 more

6903 Rockledge Drive Suite 900, Bethesda, MD

Virtual Consultation Available

About Abigail

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 15%

15%
Divorce and Separation 15%

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 15%

15%
Child Custody 10%

10%
Child Support 10%

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

10%
Uncontested Divorce 10%

10%
Expungement 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 11 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 12 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Firm of Alexander K. Anderson

6903 Rockledge Drive Suite 900, Bethesda, MD, 20817

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Abigail Beryl Scott's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kenneth | February 26, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Straight Shooter

When my ex cut me off from seeing my children, Abigail helped me to get back my access and renegotiate the agreement. She exhibited a lot of patience and good counsel in dealing with my narcissistic and manipulative ex. It wasn't always what I wanted to hear, but it was what I needed to hear to ensur...e I was mas making good decisions about my case. She kept things real, and I truly appreciated that.

Posted by Andrew | May 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Look no further!!!

I am deeply grateful for the exceptional representation provided by Abigail Scott. During an incredibly challenging period in my life, her professionalism, compassion, and unwavering commitment led to favorable results due to her knowledge, expertise, commitment and a hands on approach. She is not a...fraid of the waves and fought to bring fairness and closure to my case. I highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | February 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Legal Support

I recently had the pleasure of working with Abigail as my lawyer, and I couldn't be more satisfied with her service. During our time together, Abigail was exceptionally helpful, patient, and thorough. She walked me through every step of the legal process, ensuring that I was consistently updated and ...well-informed. Her diligence and understanding during a challenging period were truly invaluable. I also appreciated the law firm's commitment to maintaining effective communication throughout the process. In the realm of legal affairs, having a team that is both diligent and responsive is crucial, and Abigail and her team certainly delivered on that front. I highly recommend Abigail for anyone in need of legal assistance. Her expertise and dedication made all the difference in my case, and I am truly grateful for her support.

Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials

Marriage and prenuptials

My experience working with Abigail Scott, Esq. was exceptional, and she was truly phenomenal! I appreciated her patience and support in executing a pre-nuptial agreement. She was very knowledgeable and made the entire process seamless. Abigail made me feel heard and supported and did not let any ques...tions go unanswered. I would highly recommend Abigail to anyone, especially if you are a female searching for a female representative, which was incredibly vital to me.

Posted by Judith | May 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child custody

I could not have asked for a better attorney. Abigal B. Scott was knowledgeable, professional, patient, and hard working. I was comfortable with her from the very beginning. I trusted her guidance. I know she genuinely cared about my family. We won our custody case.

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Abigail Beryl Scott's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kimberly Boettger

Family lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Abigail is a hard-working, smart, and knowledgeable family law attorney. She works tirelessly for and with her clients. Abigail is a skilled litigator and zealous advocate while being both reasonable and fair. I endorse Abigail and highly recommend her to anyone who has a family law matter."

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Alfredo Vasquez

Family lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"Abigail is a smart, driven, and zealous advocate. I had the pleasure of working with her at a DC law firm and witnessed first-hand her dedication to her clients. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Alexander Anderson

Criminal defense lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Abigail is an excellent attorney. She is knowledgable about the law and a tenacious advocate for her clients. She understands the law, the court system, and what it takes to get results for her clients. Abigail is responsive and attentive to each of her client's needs and can explain each step of the process to ensure her client always know what the status of his or her case is. She is a skilled litigator who can handle any variety of trials. I cannot recommend Abigail enough."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

2023 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers

2013

Cum Laude, Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Senior Litigator, The Law Firm of Alexander K. Anderson

Associations

Bar Association of Montgomery County

Prince George's County Bar Association

Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney Association

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

American Bar Association

Education

2013

Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Equal Justice Conference

Presenter, Civil Protection Orders

2019

Continuing Legal Education

Presenter, Civil Protection Orders in D.C.

Publications

Languages

English

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