Sequitta Marilyn Leigh Banks

Sequitta Marilyn Leigh Banks

also known as Sequitta Banks

4.4
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 24 years

Child custody Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce & Separation ... +3 more

10521 Judicial Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA

About Sequitta

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 45%

Don't let your child's rights be overrun by your ex-spouse. Make sure you have representation.

24 years | 250 cases

45%
Child Support 20%

Child support is a right, don't let your ex-spouse cheat you or your child out of a fair standard of living.

24 years | 300 cases

20%
Family 5%

Family matters are the most sensitive in all of law practice -- retain a competent and sensitive attorney who will handle your case quickly and efficiently.

24 years | 350 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 275-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 24 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

B & B Law Group

10521 Judicial Drive, Suite 100, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Sequitta Marilyn Leigh Banks's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Advocacy

Posted by Leigh | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Class Action

Nothing but praises to sing about Ms. Banks!

Was in the process of hiring Ms. Banks to handle our case due to a so called mortgage law firm stating they would refinance our house. We paid them $3900 and they never contacted our bank. Unfortunately, we lost our house, because we contacted her to late; however we did get our money back, the lawy...er has been disabled and we are part of a class action suit with the feds. She is very caring, and knowledgeable; a very effective trial lawyer. I believe, its because she really cares about you personally and fights like a prize boxer in the court room for you.

Posted by Ronnie Gray | November 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Great Lawyer

Sequitta Banks came in the court room very quiet and calm but once the Judge said let's begin she was on fire the first witness was the mother of my son Mrs Banks ripped through her and brung all the lies out of her she was so swift and straight to the point it felt like I had won the case already... even though it just started, lol after Mrs Banks demolished everyone who got up to testify against me she definitely made it clear for the Judge to rule in my favor giving me custody of my son. I know being a man it was not going to be easy to gain custody because usually the mother would have to be on drugs or abusive to the child that was not the case for us she did not spend enough time in his life she just wanted to collect a check for her own personal gain. If you are looking for a Lawyer who will fight to the end for you Sequitta Banks is the one

Posted by Grateful student | October 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

An amazing experience!

I had reckless driving and no registration charges against me. When I sought Ms. Banks' counsel, she carefully listened to everything I said, and told me how she would take care of the situation. At the day of the hearing, Ms. Banks used her superior negotiation skills with the prosecutor and the... police officer to dismiss the registration charge and reduce the reckless driving to a simple traffic offense, just like she said! If it weren't for Ms. Banks, I would've been convicted of a misdemeanor offense, in addition to a much higher fine. Thank you so much, Ms. Banks!

Posted by Roberto | June 23, 2015 | Child Custody

Great Child Support and Custody Attorney

I am a military member who was dealing with a very bad ex who would not allow me to see my child and did everything in her power to ruin my career. Mrs. Banks fought for me in court, keep me informed, and was very personable throughout the process. She worked hard to ensure that I got everything I ne...eded and I could not be happier with how she handled my case. She is well worth every penny!!!

Posted by Nekesa | May 14, 2015 | Child Custody

Active Lawyer

What do my title mean? An active lawyer. I've work with many lawyers and they claimed being on my case. Later,I found it to be untrue. Being active means being a listener of my entire situation and following through with actions. Ms. Banks work my case as if it was her only case. I know that she had... many more cases. I've witness her having two to three cases a week but never lost track of my case. Her prices was very reasonable and fair. She handled my custody case with common sense and her knowledge of the law. We all know that custody cases can be very emotional. Ms. Banks comforted me with her approach and her powerful presence. Her professionalism and her ability to access my case on what direction it needed to go was like a movie. Ms Sequitta Banks is very passionate about her work as a lawyer and operates in the court of law like Mike Jordan handle his business on the basketball court. She comforted me in my case because I saw her working my case gracefully. Many lawyers lack making it look easy. Ms Sequitta Banks has the swag that many lawyers work hard to get. She also help me become knowledgeable of my case and answer questions that concern me. I would recommend Ms. Sequitta Banks to anyone.

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Sequitta Marilyn Leigh Banks's Lawyer Endorsements

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Steven Zimmerman

Divorce and separation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sequitta is an accomplished attorney who works diligently for her clients. She is a strong advocate who will litigate or negotiate to achieve results that are in her client’s best interests. Sequitta is well respected by her clients and her fellow attorneys."

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Claudia Fredericks

Child custody lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Erin Barr

Family lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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A. Izaak Bozof

Family lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ms Banks is a bright and fair attorney with a excellent resume and work ethic."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2017

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2016

Top 100 Family Law Attorneys in Virginia, The American Society of Legal Adovcates

2016

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney-Partner, B & B Law Group, PLC

2011 - Present

Founding Partner, The Banks Law Firm

2001 - 2012

Associate General Counsel - Europe, Department of Defense - Education Assocation

Associations

2001 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Member

Virginia Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DWIGHT MAYBERRY, Petitioner, v. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE DEPENDENTS SCHOOLS EUROPE, FMCS Case No. 111118-51267-A

Ruled in favor of our client.

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Education

2001

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of California - Los Angeles

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2015

West Legalworks "Bindew Bajgain vs. Devendria Bajgain"

Languages

English

Activity

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