Alexander K. Anderson

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Alexander K. Anderson

also known as Alex Anderson

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony ... +6 more

6903 Rockledge Dr., Suite 900, Bethesda, MD

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About Alexander

Biography

Our goal is not to simply get things done, but to get them done right.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Child Custody 20%

20%
Divorce and Separation 20%

20%
Alimony 15%

15%
Child Support 15%

15%
Appeals 10%

10%
Domestic Violence 5%

5%
Family 5%

5%
Marriage and Prenuptials 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Pro bono

5 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2019 2018 2017

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 10 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2015

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, LLC

6903 Rockledge Dr., Suite 900, Bethesda, MD, 20817

akalegal.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Alexander online.

Alexander K. Anderson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

45 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Child Abuse

Posted by Christian W | May 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Deeply Disappointed in Child-Safety Advocacy

It pains me to write this because I initially liked Alex and wanted to believe he would conduct a complete, child-focused review while representing my children’s best interests. However, based on my experience, I do not believe that occurred. In my case, he supported a position that would allow... my children to be around a man with a documented violent felony history involving child abuse, who, to my understanding, does not have access to his own children. In my opinion, that fact should have triggered serious concern, investigation, and caution. I was deeply disturbed that this issue did not appear to be treated as a major child-safety concern before the Court. As a parent, I expected the Best Interest Attorney to prioritize safety, due diligence, and a complete evidentiary record above all else. Health, safety, and the potential risk posed by adults around the children are central best-interest considerations. In my opinion, those concerns were minimized or disregarded in my case. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend him

Alexander Anderson

Replied last May 22, 2026

Christian - I wanted to provide some context and address your concern. As you know I did not represent you, I was appointed by the Court to represent your children during your ongoing custody litigation. I am fortunate that, due to my training and years of experience, the Court trusts my professionalism to represent children in high conflict custody cases. When I am appointed to represent children, my role is to look out for the best interests of the children, even if their parents are unable to set aside their differences to do so. As you know, I conducted an investigation that included reviewing every document that you provided me, meeting with both parents, meeting with the children (my clients) multiple times, visiting both parents homes, speaking with school officials, reviewing hundreds of pages of transcripts, and other similar work. I even sought a continuance of the trial to allow further time to ensure that I thoroughly investigated all the identified concerns, including those that you raised in your review. Ultimately, through that investigation, and review of the documents that you yourself provided, it became evident that you had previously raised your concerns in your custody case, and ultimately, three different judges have disagreed with your interpretation of the facts. While I understand that when I am appointed in this role ultimately one, if not both, of the parents are likely to disagree with my advocacy, my only motivation is doing right by my clients, which in this case are your children. I understand that as a father you feel that leaving this review is necessary because I did not advocate for what you wanted me to. While I disagree with your review, and the reasons you are leaving it, I ultimately respect your right to do so. All I hope for is peace, joy, and prosperity for your children and their family. - Alex

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Alexander K. Anderson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shuaa Tajammul

Family lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Alex is a skilled, compassionate attorney who has the experience to resolve tough cases. He works hard to successfully represent his clients through the difficult and personal issues that come up during a divorce/custody matter."

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Jose Canto Greenfield

Alimony lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Alex is no doubt one of the best in our area. We had a case together that lasted nearly two years and included every possible battle including discovery, exceptions, trial, an appeal before the Court of Special Appeals, motions for earnings withholding, and even contempt. At every battle, Alex was prepared to fight hard, but always fought fair. He represented his client pro bono through the entire process which serves as a further testament of his character. He must have spent over 100 pro bono hours in that case. A great member of our Montgomery County bar. Not many like him."

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Leon Geller

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alexander is a strong advocate for his domestic relations clients and is very knowledgeable in this area of the law."

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Henry Shih

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of working with Alex and also consulting him on domestic and family law matters. He is a good communicator and a hard worker. You can trust him to have your best interests at heart and handle your case with skill and professionalism."

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Dana Whitten

Family lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Alex is a very skilled and professional attorney who zealously advocates for his clients to achieve the best results for them as possible."

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Abigail Scott

Family lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Alex Anderson since 2013. Alex is a friend and professional colleague whom I highly respect and admire. Alex is a highly skilled and well-practiced family law attorney. We regularly communicate and it is clear that Alex is an attentive, detail oriented, and aggressive advocate. Alex is the type of lawyer who always takes care to address the various needs of all of his clients. Litigation of any kind, but particularly family law litigation, can be an emotionally draining experience for the clients. Alex is adept at accounting for the clients’ sentiments while not skipping a beat in zealously advocating for his clients every step of the way."

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Leon Geller

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Henry Shih

Criminal defense lawyer

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Abigail Scott

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dana Whitten

Family lawyer

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Shuaa Tajammul

Family lawyer

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Sarah Malik

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2019

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2018

Rising Star, Washington DC Super Lawyers

2018

Law Firm, Best of Rockville Awards

2018

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2017

Rising Star, Maryland Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Washington DC Super Lawyers

2017

Top 10, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2014

Leadership Academy Fellow, Bar Association of Montgomery County

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Partner, The Law Firm of Alexander K. Anderson, LLC

2013 - 2015

Associate, Minshew & Ahluwalia, LLP

2011 - 2013

Law Clerk, Minshew & Ahluwalia, LLP

2009 - 2010

Legal Intern, Paradiso, Taub, Sinay & Owel, PC

Associations

Maryland State Bar Association

Bar Association of Montgomery County

District of Columbia Bar

District of Columbia Bar, Family Law Section

Maryland State Bar Association

Fellow

Sample of Legal Cases

Thomas v. Thomas (Unreported)

Client's award confirmed.

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Education

2014

American University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2013

American University, Washington College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Celebration of Service Legal Services Organizations

Publications

N/A

Washington College of Law De Novo Appeals, Plea Bargains, and the Prisoner's Dilemma: How the Trial Tax and Collateral Consequences are Chilling the Right to a Jury Trial

Languages

English

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