Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorney in Washington, DC
Since 2002, the Law Office Of Andre L Batson has provided compassionate legal representation for families navigating complex family law matters in Washington, DC. Our practice focuses on divorce, child custody, child support, and probate cases, with a commitment to protecting clients' rights while minimizing emotional distress. Attorney Andre Batson combines extensive experience with personalized strategies, offering clear guidance through high-stakes legal proceedings.We prioritize client communication, maintaining availability for consultations while developing tailored approaches to asset division, parental rights, and post-divorce planning. Our firm's track record demonstrates consistent success in both negotiated settlements and courtroom litigation, emphasizing long-term client outcomes over short-term resolutions.
Services
Divorce
Child Support
Child Custody
VA Benefits
Probate
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 22 years of experience in family law since 2002
- Our team provides personalized legal strategies for complex cases
- We maintain 4.8-star client reviews for professional representation
- Our attorney offers availability for phone consultations anytime
- We focus on protecting parental rights and asset preservation
What people say
Professional, personable, attentive
Comfortable with expertise
First to follow through
4.8-star reviews
Thoroughly enjoy helping families
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce legal services covering asset division, spousal support, and contested/uncontested proceedings. We develop customized strategies to protect clients' financial interests and parental rights. With experience in both mediation and courtroom litigation, we guide clients through complex emotional and legal challenges while maintaining focus on long-term outcomes.
Child Custody
We specialize in creating custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include modifying existing agreements, addressing relocation requests, and handling high-conflict custody disputes. We help clients understand legal standards for physical and legal custody while advocating for fair parenting time arrangements.
Child Support
Our child support services cover initial petitions, modification requests, and enforcement actions. We help clients understand DC's child support guidelines, calculate appropriate payment amounts, and address special circumstances affecting support obligations. We also assist with establishing support orders during divorce proceedings and post-judgment modifications.
VA Benefits
We assist clients with legal matters involving VA benefits entitlements during family law proceedings. Our services include protecting veterans' benefits during divorce, addressing disability compensation in support calculations, and ensuring proper valuation of military pensions. We help clients understand how VA benefits intersect with family law obligations.
Probate
Our probate services focus on estate administration matters arising during family law cases. We help clients update wills and trusts after divorce, address inheritance rights, and manage estate assets during marital dissolution. We provide guidance on protecting estate interests and modifying beneficiary designations post-divorce.
People
Andre Batson
Attorney
Andre Batson, Esq. has practiced family law in Washington, DC since 2002. He focuses on divorce, child custody, and support cases, offering strategic legal counsel grounded in extensive courtroom experience. He earned his J.D. from University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law.
Questions
What types of family law cases do you handle?
We handle divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, child support determinations, VA benefits matters, and probate issues related to family law cases.
How long does a typical divorce take in DC?
Uncontested divorces typically take 3-6 months, while contested cases may require 12+ months depending on case complexity and court schedules.
Can you help with child custody modifications?
Yes, we assist with modifying existing custody arrangements when circumstances change, including relocation requests and adjustments for children's evolving needs.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations to discuss your case and explain your legal options during a 30-minute phone or office meeting.
How are child support payments calculated?
DC uses income-based calculations considering both parents' earnings, number of children, healthcare costs, and existing support obligations.
Can you represent me in court if needed?
Yes, we provide full courtroom representation for contested matters, including trials, hearings, and emergency custody or support requests.
