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A’ja began her career in the entertainment industry working in the legal departments of TV Guide and Lions Gate Entertainment but quickly realized her true calling was in litigation. Therefter, she joined a prestigious Los Angeles litigation firm, dedicating herself to family law, civil rights, personal injury, and criminal defense. A’ja has been a compassionate advocate for fathers' rights and has represented high-profile clients like the Estate of Michael Jackson, Keyshawn Johnson, DMX, Keyshia Cole, Freddie Gibbs, Faith Evans, and Christopher Wallace Jr. (the late Notorious B.I.G.'s son).
Her achievements include a $1 million wrongful termination verdict, multiple six-figure settlements, a not-guilty verdict in a murder trial, and successfully managing domestic violence restraining orders and custody changes. A’ja's insights have been featured on TMZ and other platforms.
In her personal life, Attorney A’ja is married with three sons. Her husband coaches NBA/WNBA and youth players, making her a proud basketball mom and wife! She loves attending sports events, traveling, and following football (go Ravens!), basketball (go Lakers!), baseball (go Dodgers!), tennis, and golf.
A’ja's unwavering commitment to justice, her clients, and her family define her both professionally and personally.
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Posted by Melissa | November 14, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Ms Aja is an excellent advocate for the voice of reason and compassion. Her ability to navigate the legal system with swiftness and compassion is felt. I’d recommend her to any parent in need of support, compassion and ensuring parental rights are heard. Stop your scrolling and choose, Ms. Aja- y...
Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney
A’ja Simplis is the best and I would truly only recommend her. She will exceed any expectations you have. I actually was recommended to her after being in the middle of a child support matter which was turning out to be a disaster. I thought my case was in turmoil before she represented me. The previ...
Posted by Glory | July 1, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mrs. Simplis represented me on a very contentious move-away, one of the most difficult family law situations. Every time we had to file something (which ended up being a lot), I was amazed at her work - she was extremely thorough, had exceptional attention to the details and nuances of the case. I a...
Posted by Joseph | June 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Mrs. Simplis was retained to represent me in a very hostile custody battle. Throughout the entire proceeding, Mrs. Simplis was punctual, thorough and organized. She responded to my and the courts request in a timely and professional manner. She continually maintained a professional demeanor, a...
Posted by Warren | June 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mrs. Simplis for my very emotional and tough family law/ custody case. Mrs. Simplis took my case and got on it with professionalism and grit. The end result is Mrs. Simplis won my case and I thank her tremendously for her service and dedication to my family and my case.
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2006 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2006 - Present
Black Women Lawyers AssociationMember
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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