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Joanna Maria Foard
also known as Joanna Maria Caccioppoli
About Joanna
Biography
Joanna M. Foard has dedicated her practice solely to the area of family law. Joanna is sensitive to the emotional and financial strains associated with legal issues, and prides herself on being compassionate and reliable in order to achieve the best result possible for her clients.
Joanna finds great satisfaction in her work, and is a dedicated family law practitioner. Joanna is highly experienced in all aspects of family law, either uncontested or contested, from case initiation, through the discovery process, and to trial.
Practice Areas
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Licensed in Maryland for 4 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 5 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 13 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Redmon, Peyton & Braswell, LLP
510 King Street, Suite 301, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Joanna Maria Foard's Reviews
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Practice Areas
Divorce & Separation (83)
Family (46)
Child Custody (24)
Lawsuits & Disputes (24)
Child Support (9)
Mediation (9)
Litigation (5)
Adoption (3)
Alimony (3)
Domestic Violence (3)
Uncontested Divorce (2)
Contracts & Agreements (1)
Criminal Defense (1)
Debt Settlement (1)
LGBT+ Law (1)
Marriage & Prenuptials (1)
Tax (1)
What Clients Mention
Recommendation (77)
Advocacy (72)
Professionalism (61)
Practice Area Knowledge (60)
Case Results (59)
Compassion (47)
Character & Conduct (46)
General Knowledge (46)
Communication Style (45)
Responsiveness (44)
Trustworthiness (30)
Cost of Services (11)
Staff & Support (10)
Free Consultations (7)
Punctuality (5)
Payment Plans (1)
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Posted by Hamid | March 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
She Didn’t Just Represent Me—She Looked Out for Me!
I just want to say I’m truly grateful for the way Joanna handled my case. She was thoughtful, patient, and sharp—really on top of things from start to finish. What stood out to me most is how she stayed ahead of issues before they even had a chance to become problems, and made sure my needs were alwa...
Posted by Christian | March 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Excellent and timely representation
Ms. Foard assisted with a prenuptial agreement and provided excellent service in an efficient and friendly manner. I am exceedingly pleased with the quality of the representation. She also did not engage in any type of bill inflation and was exactly on point with her initial costs estimates. Thank yo...
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2026 | Divorce & Separation
Hire Her
I recently consulted with Joanna regarding my potential divorce, and I cannot say enough positive things about my experience. From the very beginning, she was warm, approachable, and genuinely understanding of the difficult and emotional circumstances I’m facing. She took the time to really listen to...
Posted by Nadia | March 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Cannot recommend Joanna more highly
From the start, I knew Joanna was the right fit. She was firstly very responsive at a time of high anxiety for me. Joanna never pushed me to choose the most costly solution, she made recommendations that were tailored to my situation instead. She listened very carefully to all of the details, includi...
Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Joanna -> Great Attorney
Joanna is a great attorney who walked me through the steps of my case and offered comforting advice at the right times. She was always well prepared and diligent with her efforts.
Joanna Maria Foard's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joanna is an exceptional attorney who I very highly recommend. Having gone through a divorce myself a number of years ago, i have worked with a few divorce attorneys. There are many smart and capable attorneys. However, what makes one attorney better than others is not only having the intelligence and knowledge to help their clients, but actually caring about and striving to truly be their advocate."
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely professional and an excellent advocate for her clients. Excellent knowledge of the law and communicates well. I recommend her without reservation."
"Joanna is a wonderful attorney who cares deeply for her clients. Her organization and dedication make her a great advocate for her clients. I'm happy to have been able to work with her on previous cases!"
"Joanna is one of the most intelligent and dedicated attorneys in the Central Florida area. She is determined to make sure that each of her clients is protected and well served. It's not often that you find someone as dedicated to their clients as Joanna; for these reasons and many more, I endorse Joanna as an excellent attorney."
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"Joanna is a fantastic attorney with a great legal mind. Hire her for your family law needs with confidence."
"I currently work with Joanna and since the first day I met her, she has a smile on her face and talks to everyone she meets as a person and not a number. She is a dedicated worker who will ask every question needed and learn the details of your case before making any decisions on your behalf. She truly cares for her clients as individuals."
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"Skill, compassion, and perserverence are the three words that first come to mind when I hear the name Joanna Caccioppoli. I wholeheartedly endorse Joanna for her hard work and dedication to the practice of family law. She is not only an outstanding advocate for her clients, but a proven resource for other attorneys. Her professionalism and civility make her a rarity in this line of work and I am proud to be able to call her my friend and colleague."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Awesome Attorney - Family Law, Orlando Family Magazine
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Women of the Year, Orlando Magazine
2018
Legal Elite Up & Comer, Florida Trend Magazine
2018
AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorney, Martindale-Hubbell®
2013
Highest Pro Bono Service Award - 75+ Hours, Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
2012
Highest Pro Bono Service Award - 125+ Hours, Florida Coastal School of Law
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2025 - Present
Partner, Redmon, Peyton & Braswell LLP
2021 - 2025
Attorney, General Counsel, P.C.
2016 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Weiss, Grunor and Barnett (f/k/a) Palmer, Weiss, Grunor & Barclay
2016 - 2020
Attorney, Weiss, Grunor, Barclay & Barnett
2014 - 2016
Associate Attorney, Kramer Law Firm
2013 - 2014
Associate Attorney, The Association Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Volunteer Attorney, International Union for Conservation of Nature
2011 - 2012
Law Student - Internship, Hayden Law
2008 - 2008
Legal Internship, Legal Aid of Southwest Oklahoma
Associations
2022 - Present
The Fund for Alexandria's ChildAdvisory Council Member
2022 - Present
Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations CommitteeMember
2021 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Middle District of Florida District CourtMember
2020 - 2020
Teen AlternativesBoard Member
2018 - 2020
Orange County Bar Association, Family Law Section Executive CommitteeBoard Member
2018 - 2019
Orange County Bar AssociationMembership Committee Member
2018 - 2020
Orange County Bar Association, Social CommitteeMember
2018 - 2019
Orange County Bar Association, Membership Drive CommitteeMember
2018 - 2020
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida, Key Initiative GroupBoard Member
2017 - 2020
Seminole County Bar Association Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2017 - 2020
Neighborhood Watch Group of the Orlando Police DepartmentBlock Captain
2016 - 2020
Orange County Teen CourtPresiding Judge
2016 - 2020
Central Florida Family Law American Inn of CourtAssociate Member
2016 - 2020
Orange County Teen Court Advisory BoardBoard Member
2013 - 2020
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2020
Orange County Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
Sample of Legal Cases
None
Education
2013
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
2012
Florida Coastal School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
2009
Catholic University of America
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2005
Lawton High School
High School Diploma
Speaking Engagements
2018
Juvenile Justice Law Class at FAMU Law
Teen Court and Juvenile Justice
Publications
N/A
None
None
Languages
English
Italian
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I just moved to florida from north carolina to better myself and need to divorce my husband who ive been separate from since2015
26 Apr 2018
Q&A
How to modify a time sharing plan that has not been finalized and possibly expired.
20 Apr 2017