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Afsana Chowdhury is dedicated to providing her clients with top-notch legal representation in all types of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, division of property, and more.
She is nationally recognized as a top attorney by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and has been named one of the Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 by the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys.
The Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC serves clients in Fairfax County and throughout Northern Virginia with professional, effective, efficient legal services customized to their individual needs.
Education
- University of Richmond School of Law
- J.D. (2012)
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- Honors: magna cum laude
- Activities: The University of Richmond Law Review, Moot Court Board, Phi Alpha Delta, Muslim Law Students Association, The Peggy Browning Fund's 13th Annual National Law Students Workers' Rights Conference.
- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- B.A. (2009) | Political Science
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- Honors: Magna Cum Laude
- Activities: Council of International Student Organizations (CISO) - Event Coordinator; Association of Bangladeshi Students (ABS) - President
Professional Experience
- Owner
- Law Office of Afsana Chowdhury, PLC
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- Associate | Employment Litigation
- Curwood Law Firm, PLC
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- Law Clerk | Intake Coordinator, 2011 - 2012.
- Legal Extern | Employment Law Section
- Virginia Office of the Attorney General
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- Research Assistant | University of Richmond School Of Law
- University of Richmond School of Law
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- Legal Coordinator | Business Law
- SquiresLaw, PLLC
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- Legal Intern
- David D. Walker, PC
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Administrative Law Updates
- University of Richmond Law Review
Speaking Engagements
- Solo/Small Firm Law Practice
- University of Richmond
Awards
- Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 - Family Law
- National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
- 10 Best Attorneys for Client Satisfaction - Virginia
- American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
- Client’s Choice Award
- AVVO
- Client's Choice Award
- AVVO
- Client’s Choice Award
- AVVO
Professional Associations
- Virginia State Bar  # 83746
- Member
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- Fairfax Bar Association
- Attorney Member
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- Virginia Employment Lawyers Association
- Attorney Member
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- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
- Attorney Member
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- Metropolitan Richmond Women's Bar Association
- Finance Chair
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Virginia
- Virginia State Bar
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
Fees
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Credit Cards Accepted
We charge only FLAT FEES, which allows us to better serve our clients and eliminate the uncertainty and unexpected costs associated with the traditional hourly billing method.
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Family Law
- Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Languages
- Bengali: Spoken
- English: Spoken, Written
- Hindi: Spoken
- Spanish: Spoken
Legal Answers
- Q. Non custodial father won’t return kids. We weren’t married, no custody papers, and he hasn’t signed birth certificates.
- A: You should consult an attorney to review all the facts of your situation and determine if filing a police report would be a good idea and also discuss your options of having formal custody.
- Q. My husband is filing for a divorce and It is not my decision. what do I do?
- A: You cannot prevent someone from getting a divorce if they have legal grounds. If there is no fault, a person can file on the basis of separation. At the same time, someone can't force you out of your own home. If he makes the marital state intolerable such that you must leave, you should discuss your options, with an attorney before moving out to see if you may be able to use constructive desertion as a defense.
- Q. What is the best and affordable way to execute my divorce?
- A: In situations where a party in unable to locate the other party, it is still possible to obtain a divorce as long as proper service is made. You should contact an attorney to see whether service by publication is an option for you.
Social Media
Websites & Blogs
- Website
- www.achowdhurylaw.com
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