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About Todd

Todd Lewis began his legal career in Florida, where he served as in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 corporation. Upon moving to the Washington DC metro area, Mr. Lewis again worked for a Fortune 500 Corporation, helping to build one of the largest title companies in the world.

Unhappy with the corporate lifestyle and looking to effect change and solve real world problems, Mr. Lewis founded The Lewis Law Group, P.C., advising small to medium sized businesses and consumers in financial related matters, civil litigation, and general legal advisement.

As a licensed real estate broker and agent for over a decade and having served as lead counsel on over one billion dollars in real estate related financing, Mr. Lewis is poised to provide a wealth of knowledge to businesses and individual investors in their real estate matters.

As a successful and experienced litigator, Mr. Lewis has tried cases of all types. Mr. Lewis is an articulate negotiator and skilled litigator with an ability to discover critical legal points in complex litigation and help leverage the facts of a case to obtain the client’s objectives.

As a consumer advocate Mr. Lewis has advised consumers and professionals on a range of issues, specifically; fair business practices, bankruptcy, landlord and tenant law, residential real estate matters (ranging from short sale negotiations, loan workouts to purchase negotiations), estate planning and serving as general litigation counsel.

Having started his first business in his early twenties and having come from a long line of entrepreneurs and inventors Mr. Lewis' work product provides an insight to business that most attorney lack. Moreover, having served as legal counsel to two Fortune 500 companies, Mr. Lewis' understanding of business and economics helps to temper his legal analysis and derive a more efficient objective in his pursuit of obtaining a clients' goals.

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Practice areas

OtherForeclosureChapter 11 bankruptcyBusinessLawsuits and disputes
  1. Lawsuits and disputes: 40%

    16 years, 100 cases

  2. Business: 20%

    Business law consists of many facets in the law such as Business organization/formation/governance, Securities Law, Tax, Intellectual Property, Antitrust, Bankruptcy and contracts. My office helps businesses succeed with dynamic strategies.

    16 years, 50 cases

  3. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: 10%

    Bankruptcy allows individuals and businesses a convenient way that is cost effective and resolves all financial issues in one court. My office has years of experience in all types of bankruptcy cases.

    16 years, 10 cases

  4. Foreclosure: 10%

    16 years, 100 cases

  1. Chapter 7 bankruptcy: 9%

    Bankruptcy allows individuals and businesses a convenient way that is cost effective and resolves all financial issues in one court. My office has years of experience in all types of bankruptcy cases.

    16 years, 100 cases

  2. Corporate and incorporation: 5%

    16 years, 100 cases

  3. Commercial real estate: 1%

    14 years, 100 cases

  4. Estate planning: 1%

    16 years, 50 cases

  5. Construction and development: 1%

    16 years, 100 cases

  6. Land use and zoning: 1%

    16 years, 10 cases

  7. Bankruptcy and debt: 1%

    Bankruptcy allows individuals and businesses a convenient way that is cost effective and resolves all financial issues in one court. My office has years of experience in all types of bankruptcy cases.

    16 years, 100 cases

  8. Real estate: 1%

    16 years, 100 cases

Languages spoken

English, Serbo-Croatian, Spanish

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Contact

Kitsune Lyon, PLC

1007 N Federal Highway
Suite 2005
Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304

    Kitsune Lyon, PLC

    2200 Wilson Boulevard
    Suite 102-50
    Arlington, VA, 22201

    The Lewis Law Group

    1750 Pennsylvania Ave NW
    Suite 27011
    Washington, DC, 20038

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    VAAuthorized to Practice Law201908/13/2019
    NYCurrently registered 201109/11/2021
    MDActive200810/28/2021
    DCGood Standing200603/07/2021
    FLMember in Good Standing200410/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers29
    Legal guides1
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
    Top AttorneyAvvo2018
    10 BestAmerican Institute of Legal Counsel2018
    2012 Client's Choice AwardAvvo2012
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyRealogy2006 - 2007
    AttorneyGlobal Signal2005 - 2006
    AttorneyThe Lewis Law Group PC2004 - 2013
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Arlington County Bar AssociationMember2017 - Present
    Pro Bono Resourse Center of MarylandVolunteer Attorney2015 - Present
    Maryland Volunteer Lawyers ServiceVolunteer Attorney2014 - Present
    United States Tax CourtAttorney Member2013 - Present
    United States Bankruptcy Court, EDVAAttorney Member2012 - Present
    United States Bankruptcy Court, WDVAAttorney Member2012 - Present
    Alexandria Bar AssociationAttorney Member2011 - Present
    United States District Court, EDVAAttorney Member2011 - Present
    United States District Court, MarylandAttorney Member2011 - Present
    District of Columbia Bar AssociationAttorney Member2010 - Present
    Maryland State Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
    Virginia State BarMember2006 - Present
    American Bar AssociationAttorney Member2003 - Present
    District of Columbia BarBoard Member2010 - 2012
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of BuffaloJD - Juris Doctor2004
    University of BuffaloMA - Masters2004
    The Ohio State UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts2000
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Avoiding Foreclosure and Litigating Loan-Related DisputesForeclosure Defense2010
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    DC Commercial Real Estate TenantReduced the client's financial exposure to approximately 10 cents on the dollar.

    Reviews

    (18)4.5 stars
    5 Star
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    2 Star
    		6%
    1 Star
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    Bright, young and aggressive

    5.0 stars

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    Todd has the experience, wisdom and guts to go up against the big boys. He is relentless and is an active litigator.
    This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
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    It’s not how many times you fall, but how many times your get back up!!

    5.0 stars

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    I had medical and emotional issues that had been brought on by the devastating housing market collapse. Our whole world was crashing down all around us. Everywhere we turned, there was more trouble rearing its ugly head. We ended up having two homes foreclosed, medical and regular bills were piling up and my family of 4 was literally homeless! Our wonderful neighbor opened her home to us and was truly our angel in our time of tribulation. We were experiencing very serious and life changing issues which none of the things were of our own doing. Todd Lewis was referred to us by a family friend. We didn’t know what to do or whom to ask to know what to do! It was a very scary and humbling time, the darkest days I have ever experienced. But Todd was a breath of fresh air. He educated and encouraged us and helped us to remember that bad things do happen to good people. His direct approached helped us tremendously to stay focused and not dwell on the negativity of the circumstance but to look forward, take one day at a time and focus of “fixing” our situation to move forward in a positive manner. Todd may have started out as our lawyer, but he quickly became our trusted friend!
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    Hard working, Honest, Expectional Negotiator and knows how to get the job done.

    5.0 stars

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    I recently built a house in northern VA and I had a problem where a utility pole was in the front middle of my property that had three big utility companies wires on it (1 electric, 2 coax and 4 fiber cables). The pole was pretty much an eyesore. I tried to work with the utility companies for 2 years to get them to remove it since they didn't have an easement but that did not go anywhere until I retained Mr. Todd Lewis to represent me. Thanks to Todd, all three utility company were gone off the pole and the pole was removed. The cost to get that done was less than 15% of what I would have to pay only one company to remove it. He did all this without having to go to court. Thank you Todd. PS. I used to think that many lawyers just want to take your money until I worked with Todd. I am a true that lawyer like Todd will get your more for your buck, Todd proved it. Also, let's face it, not everyone can be a lawyer. Not only does Todd know the case laws, he also has the negotiations and mitigation skills that was required for my complicated case. This review does not really do Todd justice. What he did and the pressure he put on those companies was phenomenal and saved me a lot of money.
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    Dedicated Advocate

    5.0 stars

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    Tenacious, diligent, aggressive and highly effective. Mr. Lewis displayed the highest level of expertise and client advocacy in a very difficult bankruptcy situation caused by poor advice by previous counsel. In addition, Mr. Lewis displayed intense dedication in getting out from under extreme deadlines, putting in the extra hours as necessary. Remarkably easy to work with and informative throughout the entire process. Mr. Lewis succeeding in pulling our S-Corp out of Chapter 11 and Trustee oversight and working through the system in remarkable time despite being brought in late. Can not recommend highly enough for effective, aggressive, tough and fair representation and thorough advocacy above and beyond the ordinary.
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    Excellent listener, adviser, and doer

    5.0 stars

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    I hired Todd in Summer 2015 to handle my bankruptcy case. I enjoyed working with Todd because he does not make you feel like "the meter is running" when you're working with him, or that he's trying to rush through your meeting to move on to something "more important." He took the time to thoroughly understand my situation, to discuss my possible options, and to respond to all my questions. He was professional, thorough, prompt in responding, and was understanding yet objective and reassuring. Because he has a wide range of expertise, he was able to provide a holistic view of what my options were and the ramifications of various courses of action. Because of Todd's diligence and professionalism, I felt well prepared to enter the bankruptcy process with both eyes open, and confident that it was the best choice for my situation. I was pleased and reassured to have an attorney of Todd's caliber to guide me through it.
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    Professional and Talented Attorney

    5.0 stars

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    My husband and I are so happy with our decision to have Todd Lewis handle our legal issues. After reviewing and explaining our case to several other firms, Mr. Lewis was more qualified, confident, and we felt more personally invested in our case so we chose to have him represent us. He was professional. responsive, thorough and exceeded our objectives and goals. We are able to proceed with our life and not worry any more about any of the issues that were previously weighing on us, thanks to Mr. Lewis.
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    Want a quality lawyer you can count on?

    5.0 stars

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    Todd Lewis is a true professional. He aggressively services his clients and fees are reasonable. He does not assume. He investigates and researches to make sure his approach to resolution of issues is the best, the safest, the most likely to end favorably. Todd has years of experience in real estate development, finance, construction, landlord/tenant matters, foreclosures, and loan modification negotiation. I just recently called on him for much-needed advice. My issues are on their way to resolution in a condominium homeowner's association dispute.
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    Highly recommend this allstar for your corner!

    5.0 stars

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    To say that I'm happy with Todd's work is the understatement of the century. My wife and I were in limbo for months over an offer that we placed on our dream home that was in shortsale. I was referred to Todd by a good friend and Todd immediately took action when he learned of our situation. Within hours of our first communication, we had incredible progress, progress which we hadn't seen in 6 months prior to meeting Todd. But more importantly, he took the time to properly educate my wife and I on the entire process. The overwhelming sense of convidence that we had knowing that we had Todd in our corner was worth the world. We finally had an advocate that was looking out for our best interest, He was very personal and patient with my wife and I, but very aggressive with the associated banks and lawyers. He was always available for our questions, and returned any missed calls immediately. We hired a layer, and got a very talented one while gaining a new friend in the process. I can't see enough about the talent, knowledge, and personal skills of Todd Lewis, He's your guy!
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    Excellent Attorney!

    5.0 stars

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    The most difficult decision I have ever had to make in my life was filing for Bankruptcy. After I made the decision to go through with it, I asked my foreclosure attorney who was finalizing my foreclosure case who he could recommend as a bankruptcy attorney. He recommended the Bankruptcy Law Office of Mr. Todd Lewis. Todd did not disappoint. He thoroughly schooled me in the bankruptcy process, all the while reassuring me when I became anxious or concerned during the process. He was extremely organized, thorough, and as the end result of a successful Chapter 7 filing proves, extremely knowledgeable in all the aspects associated with bankruptcy. Although the technical aspects of the filing were important, the human aspect of Todd’s services is what I appreciated the most. He was not cold and aloof like many attorneys I have dealt with. He was personable and showed real concern over getting me through one of the most difficult stages of my life. I am forever grateful to him and his firm. I can say with confidence that when you hire Todd, you are implicitly hiring a “personal life coach” too. He took the time to listen about how my situation evolved, which helped alleviate the sense of failure that seems to come with making these difficult decisions. The result was more peace of mind during and after the process. Many thanks for everything you did for me Todd and I wish you the best of everything.
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    Knowledgable and Hard Working

    5.0 stars

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    Todd is a knowledgeable Attorney who works hard on his client's behalf. He communicates clearly and his background lets him envision a variety of scenarios and case outcomes.
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Lawyer JohnPaul Callan

    JohnPaul Callan, Real estate Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Lewis is a vigorous litigator willing to fight for his clients.

    Lawyer Aalok Sikand

    Aalok Sikand, Business Attorney on May 29, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    Todd's an outstanding lawyer. He keeps ethics at the forefront and is a zealous advocate.

    Lawyer Richard B Rosenblatt

    Richard Rosenblatt, Lawsuits and disputes Attorney on May 20, 2020
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Todd is an aggressive attorney when it comes to protecting the rights of his clients. He is very knowledgeable and great in court. Highly recommend.

    Lawyer Lois Ilaine Vignes Upton

    Lois Upton, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Jul 3, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    If you are looking for a tough, sharp, experienced lawyer, especially if you need a passionate advocate and litigator, Todd Lewis is the lawyer for you. I endorse Todd Lewis.

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    Michael Villacres, Real estate Attorney on May 23, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Very knowledgeable attorney in several jurisdictions. I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Hortencia Torres

    Hortencia Torres, Real estate Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer JohnPaul Callan

    JohnPaul Callan, Real estate Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Mr. Lewis is a vigorous litigator willing to fight for his clients.

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    Frank Tipaldo, Real estate Attorney on Nov 4, 2013
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Todd on several matters. He continues to impress me with his broad range of legal knowledge. I consider him an expert in real estate matters.

    Lawyer Cassie Lynn Baudean

    Cassie Baudean, Unknown Attorney on Sep 10, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Sammid J Mansoor

    Sammid Mansoor, Foreclosure Attorney on Jul 26, 2013
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer. Todd and I had the opportunity to work together on a unlawful foreclosure defense. His depth of knowledge in the matter was invaluable.

    Lawyer Akiva E. Goldman

    Akiva Goldman, Unknown Attorney on Jun 3, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Aalok Sikand

    Aalok Sikand, Business Attorney on May 29, 2013
    Relationship: Other

    Todd's an outstanding lawyer. He keeps ethics at the forefront and is a zealous advocate.

    Lawyer Rixon Charles Rafter III

    Rixon Rafter, Litigation Attorney on Oct 27, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Todd Lewis shows in his Avvo.com Q & A guidance that he is thorough, clear, thoughtful, and concise. He takes the extra time to provide amplifying detail and common sense recommendations--it's that kind of response that often proves most helpful to those seeking assistance. I endorse this attorney.

    Cost

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    • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs10 minutes
    OTHER BILLING TYPES
    • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.1%-33%
    • Retainer Some attorneys require an upfront payment to secure their services before they begin their work.Always
    • Pro-bono Many lawyers provide free legal help to low-income clients. The percent listed indicates how much of a lawyer's practice is pro bono work.10 %
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