Carolyn M. Grimes

Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC is an Alexandria and Fairfax-based firm with over 30 years serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The firm handles family law, estate planning, business matters, and bankruptcy, emphasizing practical resolution and deep knowledge of Virginia courts. Strong client loyalty in family law and trusted by both local and out-of-town counsel.

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Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC is an Alexandria and Fairfax-based law firm with more than 30 years of experience serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The firm brings broad legal expertise to clients facing family law disputes, estate planning, business matters, and bankruptcy cases. The team handles everything from high-conflict divorces and domestic violence situations to wills, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships, as well as business formation, contracts, and commercial transactions.

The attorneys at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner understand that legal problems can feel overwhelming. The firm takes a practical, realistic approach designed to keep clients focused on their priorities. Whenever possible, the firm works toward resolution outside the courtroom; when litigation becomes necessary, the firm applies its strategic experience and deep familiarity with Virginia state courts, bankruptcy courts, and federal courts in the Eastern District of Virginia to pursue the best outcome for each client. This local knowledge has made the firm a trusted resource not only for Northern Virginia residents but also for out-of-town counsel navigating Virginia's written and unwritten court practices.

The firm's family law practice has earned strong client loyalty. Carolyn Grimes and other attorneys on the team have guided spouses and parents through separations, divorces, and custody matters with candid advice about what clients are entitled to seek and which issues merit pursuit. Clients praise the firm's responsiveness, clear communication, and willingness to fight decisively when necessary. The estate planning team helps individuals of all financial circumstances protect assets and wealth through sophisticated but affordable strategies, while also handling the complexities of guardianship and conservatorship matters.

For business clients—from startups to established companies—the firm provides counsel on entity formation, contracts, transactions, and dispute resolution. The firm has served hundreds of individuals and small businesses throughout Northern Virginia, drawing on the principle that legal practice should be grounded in understanding each client's particular circumstances rather than applying generic solutions.

Every attorney at the firm views legal practice as a privilege. The team is well-educated, highly trained, and committed to staying current in their respective specialties. Rather than viewing legal problems in rigid terms, the attorneys take a nuanced approach that recognizes the complexity most clients actually face. Above all, the firm emphasizes that its work is about you—your interests, your priorities, and your peace of mind.

The firm is located at 675 N. Washington Street, Suite 450, Alexandria, VA 22314. Prospective clients can reach the office at 703-836-9030.

Overview compiled from the firm's website