Michael David Kaydouh

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Michael David Kaydouh

5.0
10 reviews
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Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 49 years

Personal injury Lawyer at McLean, VA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +4 more

1311 Vincent Place, McLean, VA

About Michael

Biography

Deciding on the right attorney can be a daunting task. The Law Office of Michael Kaydouh can assist

Faced with questions about divorce, custody or support?The Law Office of Michael Kaydouh can assist.

Injured in a car accident or suffered other personal injury? Law Office of Michael Kaydouh can help.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 35%

I have handled the most difficult personal injury cases in my 50 year career. Most involve very serious injuries with initial insurance company denials of liability. I have fought many of these cases to a successful conclusion.

51 years | 385 cases

35%
Divorce and Separation 30%

The most important thing to do is to avoid going to Court unless you have to. That is why I strive to create affordable solutions to difficult legal problems. You need someone on your side with extensive experience.

51 years | 3,100 cases

30%
Child Custody 15%

The most important thing to remember in a custody case is the welfare of the children. A good settlement is far superior to anything a judge is going to order. In many instances it may be necessary to hire an expert familiar with child custody issues

50 years | 1,800 cases

15%
Car Accident 5%

Being in a serious car accident is a horrible experience. The insurance company will disregard your injuries and want to pay you nothing. This is where I come in to get you the fair compensation you deserve.

51 years | 1,570 cases

5%
Family 5%

In a divorce there must be full disclosure on both sides in reference to the assets. Then a settlement can be reached. Very few people fight over fault anymore. The primary considerations should be the children and a fair division of the assets.

50 years | 2,500 cases

5%
Trusts 5%

I have extensive experience in fighting contested trust issues where beneficiaries file a lawsuit to get what they believe is more than they are entitled to or seek to overturn a bequest the settlor made to another family member.

35 years | 78 cases

5%
Wills and Living Wills 5%

In many instances another family member has unduly influenced a parent or grandparent to change their will excluding you from receiving your rightful inheritance. I will represent you to move the Court to correct this situation.

51 years | 375 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-380 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 49 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1976

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 49 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office Of Michael D. Kaydouh

1311 Vincent Place, McLean, VA, 22101

kaydouhlaw.com/

Online Presence

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Michael David Kaydouh's Reviews

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Posted by Sarah R. | September 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thorough and Experienced

Attorney Kaydouh handled my no-fault divorce. He was affordable, responsive, reliable, and thorough. He made the whole process as quick and easy as possible.

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Experienced attorney who works for a timely and just resolution

I highly recommend hiring Mr. Kaydouh to work on your legal matter. Before I selected Mr. Kaydouh to work on my matter, I had heard that he was an experienced attorney who works hard for his clients and that he truly cares about what happens for his clients. He worked on my case for a few months, a...nd I can say that he took time to understand the situation and get to know me personally, and then he achieved the desired result through hard work and commitment. I recommend that you consider hiring Mr. Kaydouh for your legal needs as well.

Posted by anonymous | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Outstanding Lawyer

Mike Kaydouh and his staff were absolutely amazing to me in my situation. I was recommended by a friend for a protective order. Mike and his staff were both caring and thorough when gathering info on the case. The work that both Mike and his staff put into this case showed with the out come. I'm fore...ver grateful. I would definitely recommend Mike Kaydouh to anyone.

Posted by Dan | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Outstanding Representation

Mr. Kaydouh and his staff were outstanding!! I found him by chance over a random web search, and couldn’t be more pleased with his service. I have never needed an attorney prior to this case and he exceeded my expectations. He represented me in a personal injury case, and in spite of a fairly thor...ough liability waiver; he still managed to obtain a settlement in my favor. Both Mr. Kaydouh and his staff were attentive, supportive, and diligent in their representation of me. Although the circumstances in which I needed his expertise were unfavorable and certainly not by choice, I strongly recommend him to anyone needing this type of representation. Mr. Kaydouh was fair and honest with me throughout the entire process, and I will be forever grateful for his efforts.

Posted by Dan | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Exceeds Expectations

Mr. Kaydouh and his staff were outstanding!! I found him by chance over a random web search, and couldn’t be more pleased with his service. I have never needed an attorney prior to this case and he exceeded my expectations. He represented me in a personal injury case, and in spite of a fairly thor...ough liability waiver; he still managed to obtain a settlement in my favor. Both Mr. Kaydouh and his staff were attentive, supportive, and diligent in their representation of me. Although the circumstances in which I needed his expertise were unfavorable and certainly not by choice, I strongly recommend him to anyone needing this type of representation. Mr. Kaydouh was fair and honest with me throughout the entire process, and I will be forever grateful for his efforts.

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Michael David Kaydouh's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joseph Beale

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a preeminent attorney who has been practicing in the Northern Virginia area for more than 40 years. He has a keen and creative legal mind, and is meticulous in the preparation of his cases. He develops well thought out strategy to achieve the best possible results for his clients."

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Somair Alam

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an excellent family law attorney who is dedicated to client success."

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Joseph Beale

Child custody lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2025

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Best Lawyer, Expertise

2021

Virginia's Jury Verdicts of 2021, Virginia Lawyers Weekly

2019

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1976 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Michael D. Kaydouh

Associations

1977 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1976 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

1992 - 1996

John Marshall Law School Alumni Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Pittore v. Charbib

$115,000.00

Adm. Jerebitski for the Estate of Ita Lapina v. Zhu

$300,000.00 settlement for her family

Woman breaks hip, shoulder in fall on supermarket walkway

Settlement $193,000.00

DeChillaz v. Dejani

Husband awarded the parties mansion and $25,000 spousal support per month for life as well as a lump sum figure of over $6,000,000 dollars representing 1/2 half of the parties assets.

Tashijan v. GM

Total settlement for all families injured and killed over $8,000,000.0

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Education

1975

John Marshall Law School, Chicago

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Oglethorpe University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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