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Ms. Powell has been practicing solely in the area of family law for twenty years. By limiting her practice exclusively to family law, she has become well versed and knowledgeable in all aspects of domestic relations litigation. She has litigated or settled cases involving complex issues of equitable distribution including tracing of separate property interests, valuation of businesses, retirement issues and significant financial investments and portfolios.
Ms. Powell has represented clients in alimony and child support cases on all income levels. She has had substantial courtroom experience in successfully defending against, and advocating for, imputation of income to a party for support purposes and deviations from child support guidelines for such factors as a child's special needs or private school costs. She also has litigated or settled child custody cases, involving diverse issues such as the admissibility of expert testimony of custody evaluators, substance abuse issues, domestic violence and relocation of a parent.
Ms. Powell was recognized for her experience and trial skills in the Washingtonian Magazine in 2009 as one of the top family law practitioners in the Metropolitan D.C. area. She recognizes the emotional and financial benefits to her clients of resolving cases, if possible, without the necessity of going to court. Her primary goal is to settle cases through the negotiation process, which can include mediation, whenever possible. However, she is confident in her trial skills if her cases end up in court. Through the course of her representation, Ms. Powell's clients can be assured that she will be a strong, knowledgeable and well-prepared advocate for their interests.
Ms. Powell is in Best Lawyers since 2013 and in SuperLawyers for 2013 and 2014. She is AV-rated by Martindale-Hubbell.
Ms. Powell is also President of the Board of Dirctors for the Falls-Church McLean Children's Center.
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Acquired: 1994
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11350 Random Hills Road, Suite 670, Fairfax, VA, 22030
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Posted by Leonorah | December 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Sonya Powell and her incredible team have been lifesavers and game changers for me. With an incredibly complicated case I was turned away by many legal firms as too "complicated" but when I met the laser focused Sonya she just said one word "goals". What are my goals. From then onwards Sonya proceede...
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
A friend recommended Sonya to me. She said "she will not waste your time or your money". This more than proved true. However I think her greatest asset was her guidance all throughout the process. She seemed to be able to more or less predict what my spouse would do and she made sure we were four ste...
Posted by Dana | May 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I wanted to share my excellent experience with Powell Radomsky and with Sonya Powell in particular. Two years ago I came to Sonya to interview her as a lawyer for my divorce. I had left my previous attorney for several reasons, one being poor communication. Sonya cuts to the chase and lays out for yo...
Posted by Marsi | October 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
I am so very glad that a colleague recommended Sonya Powell, she is absolutely wonderful. She was very professional, knowledgeable, kind, very responsive and organized. Everything Sonya did was with the utmost integrity and for my best good. Five stars are not enough!
Posted by Manisha | March 6, 2023 | Hired Attorney
If you're looking for a reliable team of attorneys that truly have your family's best interests in mind, then Powell Radomsky is the only choice. I have needed assistance from this firm two times over the last 2 years. Sonya from the start, will have your back, fight for you, listen and understand ev...
"Sonya Powell is an excellent family law attorney and a highly skilled litigator. I strongly endorse this attorney."
"Ms. Powell is a passionate, experienced and highly effective advocate for her clients. Virginia Family Law attorneys know to be well-prepared and on their game when they have to go up against her. I endorse Ms. Powell."
"Sonya is a top-notch attorney who is attentive to detail and works hard for her clients. I am confident when I refer cases to Sonya, she will deliver great legal services to each client."
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1994
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1990
BA - Bachelor of Arts