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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

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by Ernest | October 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody

I hired Ms. Banks to represent me in a Child Custody and she showed zero interest, took the money and showed up not prepared. I ended up suing her and winning. She has yet to pay the judgement against her. It has been over a year and she still hasn't pay, will have to take her to court again. Sta...y clear away from her.

Posted by Helen | November 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

No Representation

Ms. Banks did nothing for me. She didn't answer one of my emails as promised in the contract, and returned one phone call in a 6 month time frame. Without getting into my specific case, she filed my divorce, sent one letter, and that was it. After 6 months she turned my case over to a new partner who... had no time to review my case before court. I wasted my time and money. I was told that it didn't matter if the opposing side did not send in their answers until after 60 days was ok and the opposing side was able to file a legal document dismissing the tardiness. She became angry with me because I questioned this. After court, which I lost, she terminated the contract for insufficient evidence, but told me a different reason. I had to hire another attorney 10 days prior to another deadline, which I did. I think it was a blessing in disguise.

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 anonymous | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Amazing

My experience was great, if I had a question or concern about my anything. They would answered to my satisfaction. I am truly glad I chose Mrs. Sequitta Banks, to handle my claim during this difficult time. Thank you to everyone who worked so hard on my claim. Zenny and Jay, I know your emails we...re full with all my questions, and concerns, thank you for being so pleasant each time I needed your help. Thank you Mrs. Banks, for having such helpful and patient staff who got the job done. The amount of gratitude I feel for this outcome and for all of the hard work that Mrs. Banks and her team put into my case cannot be expressed in words. If anyone ever needs a Family Law Attorney and is searching for a trustworthy and helpful lawyer, I 100% recommend Mrs. Sequitta Banks!!

Posted by Beth | April 17, 2015 | Child Custody

A True Gladiator!!

I have worked with multiple attorneys while trying to establish custody of my daughter and have her name legally changed. I was dealing with a Father who was in another state and over time the goal had become impossible. I was very disappointed and hopeless to say the least... until I met Mrs. Banks.... Our initial consult went very well. She listened, asked questions and within 30 minutes told me that she would help me get this done. I believe that most attorneys were resistant because of the work involved and the unfamiliar boundaries this would entail. Sequitta Banks was very different. She said that she had never dealt with a situation like this, but was not apprehensive about giving it a "Go". I knew when I hung up the phone that I had finally found the one that would see this through. Her energy, passion and commitment was evident during this call and stayed persistent throughout our work together. She was extremely responsive, never letting a day go by without responding to an email or a phone call. She kept me informed the entire time letting me know the progress being made on the back end. When we got together to prepare for the court date- It was very obvious that she did all necessary research on her end and was completely "ready". When we showed up to the hearing- Sequitta Banks brought her "A" game to say the least. I was always concerned that my attorney would not truly "get" the circumstances and really understand where I was coming from. During the trial, when it was time for Sequitta to question my ex, she stood up and said "No questions your honor". I about fell off my chair in shock. Like... after all this- you are not going to grill him... I was beyond confused?? After the ruling (which was in my favor), we were walking out and I said- Why did you make that choice? She told me that through all of our conversations- she knew that the man that we were dealing with was a manipulator and she decided to not give him one extra opportunity to try and sway the Judge. This was genius to me. It was confirmed then and there that - Yes, she did truly understand. I hugged Mrs. Banks as we walked out and she seemed as genuinely excited as I was, for she knew the weight that this carried for me. If you watch Scandal then you will understand this- Sequitta Banks is DC's "real" Olivia Pope! If you don't watch- this just means that she is the one that you have been looking for!! :)

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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

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