Lee Lopez Law PLLC - Arlington, VA

One might be surprised to learn that I am submitting a positive review of my experience in a recent child-support amendment trial using Mikhail Lopez as my attorney, given that we essentially lost the case in a totally unusual and unfair ruling. Despite a ruling that is quite at odds with how the trial went and one that has severe negative consequences for me, I remain a supporter of Mikhail and would use him again. He was honest and fair and did the leg work needed to prepare a solid case. In the trial, it was clear he was well-prepared and the opposing attorney was not. Unfortunately, the other attorney delayed, and the judge decided to have written summations submitted. Somehow during the ensuing six weeks and despite the opposing attorney missing filing deadlines, we got a very surprising ruling against us. it would be very easy for me to endorse an attorney after winning. I hope readers will consider how much I respect Mikhail and his work that I endorse him and recommend him despite our loss.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Misha on a complex alimony and child support case, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the outset, it was clear that Misha is both highly intelligent and exceptionally efficient. His deep understanding of family law and keen strategic mind ensured that I was always a step ahead in my case. What truly set Misha apart was his ability to identify critical details in my agreement that I had completely overlooked. His sharp eye for detail and thorough analysis uncovered several issues that could have posed significant risks for me in the future. Thanks to his expertise, I was able to address these concerns head-on and reach a settlement that not only protected me from potential pitfalls but also secured a highly favorable outcome. Throughout the entire process, Misha was incredibly easy to work with and very accommodating to my preferred communication methods and level of involvement. He communicated complex legal concepts in a way that I could easily understand and was always able to answer my questions and address my concerns. His professionalism and dedication to my case gave me immense confidence and peace of mind during what could have been a very stressful time. In addition to his legal acumen, Misha demonstrated exceptional strategic thinking. He developed and executed a plan that maximized my position and ensured the best possible results for my family. His ability to foresee potential challenges and proactively address them was instrumental in achieving my goals. Misha was truly on my side, and his commitment to my case felt like having a fierce advocate going to battle for me. I am deeply grateful for Misha's hard work and commitment to my case. If you are looking for a smart, efficient, and professional attorney who will go above and beyond to ensure the best outcome for you, look no further. He truly exceeded my expectations and delivered outstanding results.

Definitely the best attorneys that I have ever worked with on any case. They work together as a team and really get results.

I’ve contacted Misha upon strong referral. He took my case despite his already full load, and made himself available for professional guidance at every step of the way. As it was established at the very beginning, my case was not a typical one and it risked to unfold in a number of unpredictable ways. With that in mind, Misha took wholeheartedly all available information and charted strategy going forward. He was very clear about potential pitfalls and complications, he was also very clear about best approach given the circumstances. He provided concrete and timely instructions, material documents, and recap notes at every milestone so that I did not need to ask additional questions and incur extra cost. His presentation of the facts during trial was effective and convincing, and his expert knowledge of legal nuances resulted in best resolution for my case. All along, Misha was truly excellent. I would strongly recommend Misha for his knowledge of law, sharp intelligence, professionalism, and integrity. Also, a good sense of humor, which is not to be discounted in stressful times.

Retaining Misha to support me through my divorce is one of the best decisions I’ve made! I included the top five reasons Misha is one of Arlington’s best divorce lawyers below. 1. He is excellent at setting expectations. One of the most common pieces of advice I received from family and friends was to “screw” over my ex, because if I didn’t, he would end up “screwing me” over. While my divorce was far from amicable, Misha kept it 100% transparent about what I was likely to get or not get with the caveat that anything is possible in family court. He stressed the fact that if we both settled feeling a little disappointed, but felt the outcome was fair, it should be seen as a win. Ultimately, all the decisions I made regarding what was proposed in the custody agreement and asset settlement followed Misha’s guidance. At one point my ex was trying to give me much less than my fair share, which I was considering in an effort to wrap up the divorce early, but Misha encouraged me to push back, and I ended up getting 3x more than I would have if I settled with the initial offer. He also brought me back to reality when I got upset about my exes parenting style, like feeding our toddler pop tarts 😊. 2. Extremely detail oriented and organized. I am amazed at Misha’s attention to detail, organizational skills, and memory! My ex hired an expensive veteran team of lawyers who fumbled key details, while Misha remembered minute details of the case that ended up supporting our position on an important decision that went in our favor. In conversations over the span of a year, I never needed to repeat details I had already shared. It’s obvious he takes impressive notes and spends lots of time and effort preparing for his clients. He also has a very sophisticated system for organizing documents for clients in OneDrive that was amazing for collecting discovery. 3. Easy to reach via email, phone, or text. I can’t think of a time when it took Misha more than 24 hours to respond to me. He is always available to take a call or respond to an email. 4. Reasonable rate and transparent about billing. Misha is far from inexpensive, but I feel like I got more than what I paid for. He was sensitive to my financial situation and made an effort to keep costs down. Additionally, all of his invoices all seemed reasonable. 5. Overall good person who has his client’s back. Misha is more that an amazing lawyer, he has become a good friend. He is empathetic and supportive – divorce is tough and having someone who you feel you trust and has your back is essential. At the same time, he is a no-nonsense negotiator that has little patience for lawyers that take the "screw over your ex while I bill you a ton of hours, even though I know you will likely not get the outcome you want" strategy.

WHY DO YOU KEEP REMOVING MY REVIEW???!! Kara Lee had more excuses for not doing her job, then a fourth grader that didn’t do their homework. The following are two of my favorites. Sorry, friends came from out of town to celebrate my 40th B- Day. The other. I moved and didn’t have access to the internet. Don’t waste your time and money on her Holistic BS. I almost left out the best part. She dumped my case at the last minute to go on unscheduled vacation. Leaving me without representation to be taken advantage of by the extortionist, Hayden Lee of ShounBach. Go to their site to see my glaring review. For anyone that wants to call this a fake review. I have the documentation to prove otherwise.

I reached out to the Lee Lopez Law Firm after a friend recommended them. Excellent attention!! Friendly and knowledgeable!

From the very first consultation with Kara, I knew hiring her would be the right choice. Kara helped me with a modification in child support case that rapidly turned into an attempt to rewrite our entire divorce property settlement agreement, along with defending me against multiple false allegation letters. She was incredibly prompt, extremely professional and very clear in her recommendations, always treating me with respect in helping me understand my options. Importantly, when emergency situations arose, she moved swiftly to ensure the action was corrected. I found Kara to be accessible, responsive and extremely knowledgeable. In the end, she made a difficult legal experience manageable and though at times it was stressful, I knew Kara was on my side every step of the way, genuinely caring for both my welfare and my son’s. She expertly and efficiently maneuvered through the legal system without costing an arm and leg!! I highly recommend Kara without hesitation.