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Abbe Lisa Reis
also known as Abbe L. Reis, Abbe Reis
About Abbe
Biography
Abbe L. Reis has focused her entire legal career on the area of family law. She has been involved in all aspects of family law, including divorce, custody and visitation issues, relocation, equitable distribution of property, child and spousal support, prenuptial agreements, post separation agreements, and domestic violence matters. Ms. Reis' approach is to confront the challenges her clients face with compassion and honesty, always trying to minimize both the financial and emotional costs her clients are facing.
Ms. Reis practices in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts and the Circuit Courts of Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, Arlington County, Falls Church City and Alexandria City.
Ms. Reis is an active member of the Virginia State Bar (Family Law Section); the Fairfax Bar Association (Family Law Section, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Committee, Circuit Court Committee and Domestic Relations Subcommitee, Pro Bono Subcommittee); and the Virginia Women's Attorney Association. She has been appointed as a Conciliator for the 19th Judicial Circuit.
Ms. Reis earned her law degree from George Mason University School of Law, where she was an active member of the George Mason American Inn of Court. During her final year of law school, Ms. Reis practiced in family law under the Virginia Supreme Court’s third year practice rule. Upon graduation, Ms. Reis was the recipient of the Family Law Book Award, conferred by the Family Law Section of the Virginia State Bar and the Virginia Chapter of the AmericanAcademy of Matrimonial Lawyers to the graduating student showing the most promise in family law. Prior to opening The Law Office of Abbe L. Reis, Ms. Reis was an associate attorney at The Havrilak Law Firm and Reese Law Office, and was a law clerk for the family law firms of Craig and Hirsch (currently Hirsch & Elhenberger), William B. Reichhardt and Associates, and Colten, Cummins, Watson and Vincent.
Ms. Reis is also a marriage officiant and performs ceremonies in English and Spanish.
Ms. Reis is fluent in Spanish and has lived and/or worked in Spain, Mexico and throughout Central America.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
25%
18 years
Family
20%
18 years
Alimony
15%
18 years
Child Support
15%
18 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Virginia for 17 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Abbe L. Reis, PLLC
10505 Judicial Drive, Suite 206, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Posted by anonymous | February 07, 2019 | Family
Highly Recommended Attorney
Abbe Reis provided highly competent, professional and helpful answers and guidance concerning my post divorce, religious annulment issue. I sought out advice from several other law firms and legal experts, but only Abbe Reis was able to get definitive answers for me. Her caring manner, prompt resear...
Posted by anonymous | November 20, 2016 | Divorce & Separation
Great lawyer, Highly Recommend
I had a consultation with Abbe regarding a divorce agreement. She is extremely responsive and got back to me within minutes. You can tell she is very passionate about what she does. She was an absolute pleasure to talk to you, and extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of the law. She was very patien...
Posted by anonymous | August 04, 2015 | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding Attorney
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Abbe Reis, despite the not-so wonderful circumstances (divorce after 1 year of marriage.) She was kind, understanding, patient, knowledgeable, professional, prompt and thorough. She took time to walk me through everything involved in my case and was alway...
Abbe Lisa Reis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Abbe is knowledgeable, thorough, patient, always looking for a good outcome for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Abbe is a skilled family lawyer who shows concern for her client's and is dedicated to getting the best outcome in each case."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a thoughtful and thorough family law attorney, who steadily maintains a professional yet amicable disposition."
"Over several years, Ms. Reis has shared many brilliant legal insights that I could not get from any other attorney."
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"I have known Abbe for some time. She knows the law, is experienced, and represents her clients in a way that makes her a forceful advocate who is also pleasant to work with / against. If I was asked who I would refer a client to for a family law matter in Northern Virginia, Abbe would be very high on my list of recommended attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing Attorney Reis for the past 9 years, and recommend her highly for her dedication to her clients and the pursuit of excellence in her practice."
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly."
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Experience
Honors
2021
"Best Lawyers in America", Best Lawyers
2021
Best Law Firms in Virginia, Best Lawyers
2020
Best Lawyers in America - Virginia, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Best Law Firms in Virginia, Best Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers in Washington DC - 2019, Best Lawyers
2019
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2018
The Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Top Lawyers in Virginia, Top Lawyers
2008
Family Law Book Award, Virginia State Bar, Family Law Section and American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Owner/Attorney, The Law Office of Abbe L. Reis, PLLC
2011 - 2012
Associate Attorney, The Havrilak Law Firm, P.C.
2009 - 2011
Associate Attorney, The Reese Law Office
2008 - 2009
Attorney, Abbe L. Reis
2007 - 2007
Law clerk, William B. Reichhardt and Associates
1988 - 2004
Director Finance, H.R. & Legal , Mexico & Central America, Conservation International
Associations
2017 - Present
19th Judicial CircuitConciliator
2015 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association Domestic Relations SubcommitteeCo-chair
2012 - Present
Virginia Women Attorneys AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, Ciircuit Court CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association Juvenile Court CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association Domestic Relations SubcommitteeMember
2008 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2008 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2008 - Present
Virginia State Bar, Family Law SectionMember
2013 - 2017
Fairfax Bar Association Pro Bono SubcommitteeMember
Education
2008
George Mason University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
Connecticut College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Fairfax Circuit Court Practice Manual
Fairfax Circuit Court Practice Manual - Family Law Section
2015
Domestic Relations Sub-Committee Brown Bag Lunch Series
Best Practices for Scheduling Orders, Calendar Control, Continuances, and Witness Subpoenas
2015
Domestic Relations Sub-committee Brown Bag Lunch Series
Best Practices for a Pendente Lite Hearing
2013
Evidence for Family Law Attorneys CLE
Evidence and Guardian Ad Litem Issues Involving Children
Publications
2018
Circuit Court Practice Manual 9th Edition
Domestic Relations Litigation
2018
Domestic Relations Subcommittee CLE on Evidence
Domestic Relations Subcommittee CLE on Evidence
2015
Fairfax Bar Association
Pro Se Divorce Brochure
2015
Fairfax Bar Association
Best Practices for a Pendente Lite Hearing
2014
Fairfax Bar Association CLE
Recent "Hot" Cases - Judges are from Mars and Family Law Attorneys are from Venus
Languages
Spanish
English