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About A. Michelle
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
80%
8 years
Insurance
15%
15 years
Personal Injury
5%
15 years | 400 cases
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 5 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 6 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 14 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Smith Currie & Hancock, LLP
1950 Old Gallows Road, Suite 750, Tysons, VA, 22182
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A. Michelle West's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Michelle for the past six years and have had many cases where Michelle was opposing counsel. In every case she handles, Michelle is one of the most diligent, competent, and professional attorneys I have encountered. She is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is an attorney that I always look forward to having on the opposing side of my cases. Michelle is a credit to the Bar and the legal profession. I give Michelle my unqualified endorsement."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michele is savvy, witty, and just plain smart. It is apparent from the first time you speak with her, as she is very articulate. She has been practicing insurance defense for several years and has worked with the top defense lawyers in our community. As a result, she is very knowledgeable and is always prepared to represent her clients zealously."
"I have known Michelle since the days we interned together during law school at the Public Defender's Office in Arlington County. Having seen her litigate cases then under the supervision of an attorney, I knew that she was going to be a strong advocate in the courtroom. Michelle has great presence and she exudes confidence. Now that we are practicing attorneys in the area, I have gotten to see her litigate her own cases, and come out with great results. She's effective, passionate, and reasonable. I wholeheartedly endorse Michelle."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is one of the smartest, most articulate person I know. She's got a great reputation for her skill in the courtroom. And anyone would be lucky to have her on their side!"
"Highly knowledgable attorney. Great asset to legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michelle is a bright and articulate advocate for her clients. Having worked with Michelle for several years, I have personally observed her tireless work ethic, her passion for the law and her tenacity in the courtroom. She has deservedly earned the respect of her fellow practitioners, her clients and judges."
"Michelle is a fantastic personal injury defense lawyer, with more trial experience under her belt than many lawyers get in their entire careers. I have worked with her and seen her try cases first-hand. She is highly professional, and approaches each case with a clearly defined strategy and exhaustive preparation. She is fearless in pursuit of her clients' goals and I recommend her without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Ones to Watch, Best Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Associate Attorney, Smith Currie & Hancock, LLP
2017 - 2019
Trial Attorney, Shireen Jayatilaka & Associates / State Farm Insurance
2015 - 2017
Trial Attorney, Robey, Teumer, Drash, Kimbrell & Counts / Nationwide Insurance
2014 - 2015
Trial Attorney and Owner, Law Office of A. Michelle West, PLLC
2011 - 2014
Attorney, Michael L. Davis & Associates (State Farm Insurance)
2011 - 2011
Research Assistant to Prof. Craig Lerner, George Mason University School Of Law
2010 - 2010
3rd Year Practice Certificate Intern, Office of the Public Defender Arlington County and Falls Church
2010 - 2010
Judicial Intern to the Honorable Gerald I. Fisher, D.C. Superior Court
2009 - 2009
Intern to the Honorable Gaylord L. Finch, Jr., Fairfax County Circuit Court
Associations
2015 - Present
George Mason American Inn of CourtBarrister Member
2014 - Present
Prince William County Bar Assn.Member
2014 - Present
Fairfax Bar Association, General District Court CommitteeGDC Committee
2012 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationLaw-Related Education Committee
2011 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationMember
Education
2011
George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctor
2003
University of Maryland, College Park
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
George Mason American Inn of Court
Force Majeure in Time of Covid-19
2020
NBI CLE
Applying the Rules of Evidence: What Every Attorney Needs to Know
2018
Prince William County Bar Association
"So You're 18 Now"
2017
George Mason American Inn of Court
A Litigator's Perspective on Contracts
2015
Advanced Trial Tactics
Effective Exhibits and Courtroom Technology
2014
So You're 18 Now
So You're 18 Now
2013
October Bar Luncheon
Hearsay Jeopardy
2013
NBI CLE
Legal Research: Find It Free and Fast on the Net
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I was involved in a hit and run in a rental car would the rental car insurance pay for the damages?
17 Jun 2015
Q&A
Minor car accident, no damage, both agreed to leave with no exchange of information.
07 Jun 2015
Q&A
I was involved in a hit and run. I did not get any of the others drivers info. What are my options?
04 Feb 2015