Brian D West

Brian D West

5.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 40 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Vienna, VA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Contracts & Agreements

8500 Leesburg Pike, Suite 400, Vienna, VA

About Brian

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 39 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1987

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 39 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1986

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 40 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1985

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The West Law Group PC

8500 Leesburg Pike, Suite 400, Vienna, VA, 22182-6205

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Brian D West's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Litigation

Posted by anonymous | April 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Unparalleled Skill and Expertise!!!

Brian West has been my attorney for several years in a very high-conflict custody case. His litigation skills are second to none and just as importantly, his ability to think and process information in a court room is absolutely lightening fast. He won an unprecedented relocation case for me and my... children and continues to be a strong advocate for my family. I don't know where we would be without him.

Posted by Paul | May 16, 2014 | Litigation

SIMPLY THE BEST!!!

Mr. West recently represented me in court and won my case. He came highly recommended and I'm glad I hired him. He brings a unique combination of integrity, professionalism, intellect and finesse to court. He's an incredibly prepared and skilled litigator. Other attorneys hire him for their own perso...nal representation too. If that's not validation of his success, then I don't know what is. I'm glad I followed my instincts and chose to go with Mr. West. Brian is indisputably the best and you too will be pleased with your decision to go with him. He's definitely an attorney who understands the law and knows how to deliver. This is likely a difficult and challenging time for you. You only get one chance at getting it right and you need to make certain that the outcome is fair, just and right for you. Mr. West absolutely is the one you want to represent you!

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Brian D West's Lawyer Endorsements

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Larry Bowen

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Brian for three decades and have had numerous cases with him on the other side. I find him to be among the best of the best."

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Jason Weis

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He's one of the sharpest trial lawyers I've ever met. When he's focused, there are few lawyers that can go toe to toe with him."

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David Silek

Family lawyer

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Larry Bowen

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Richmond Magazine, Best Attorneys in Virginia

2015

Top Attorneys DC, Super Lawyers

2015

Top Rated Attorney DC/Baltimore Martindale, Top Rated Attorney DC/Baltimore Martindale

2015

Washington Post Magazine, Top Attorney DC/ Metro Area

2015

Americas Most Honored, Americas Most Honored Professionals Top 5%

2015

Top Rated Attorneys Maryland, Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Best attorneys, Super Lawyers

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1985

American Jurisprudence Award, American Jurisprudence

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Member, Sandground, West, Silek & Raminpour, P.C.

1985 - Present

President, The West law Group, P.C.

Associations

1986 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

member

1986 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

member

1985 - Present

Fairfax County Bar Association

Courts Committe

1985 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

member

1985 - 2008

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

Chairman

Sample of Legal Cases

Theismann vs. Theismann

Wife prevails in trial court and Court of Appeals

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Education

1985

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

George Mason University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

Family Law

Publications

2009

Languages

Spanish

English

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