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Lynndolyn Tippins Mitchell
Law Office of Lynndolyn Mitchell PC
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Lynndolyn Mitchell has represented clients in domestic, traffic and criminal litigation matters in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia for over two decades. Ms. Mitchell begin her legal career with Juvenile defenders in her hometown of Santa Ana California. Ms. Mitchell has recently expanded her practice to representing military members in Veterans benefits issues and representing special education students at Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings. Lynndolyn Mitchell served as a senior assistant public defender in Virginia Beach, Virginia and deputy public defender in Riverside, California. Ms. Mitchell represents individuals from all economic, social and cultural backgrounds. Ms. Mitchell is committed to serving clients with professionalism, compassion and proven experience.
Education
- Antioch Law School
- J.D. (1984) | Law
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- Activities: District of Columbia, Legal Assistance By Law Student's Program, BLSA, Juvenile Law Clinic, Family Law Clinic, Intern Los Angeles District Attorney's Office
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- University of California - Irvine
- B.A. (1981) | Social Ecology
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- Honors: Dean's Honor Roll Spring 1980
- Activities: Resident Assistant, Sierra Dorm, Counseling Center Advisory Board, Mesa Court Advisory Board, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Xi Omega Chapter, Legal Intern, Legal Aid Society of Orange County, Pre Law Society
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Professional Experience
- Owner
- Law Office of Lynndolyn Mitchell PC
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- Represent clients in complex divorce, child custody, serious traffic and criminal matters in Maryland, Virginia and District of Columbia. Represent parents in Children in Need of Assistance (CINA) matters, Special Advocate for students at Individual Education Plan Meetings and for Military Veterans before the Veteran's Administration.
- Associate Attorney
- Tomlinson & Associates
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- Represented clients in jury and bench trials in civil and criminal matters in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William County, Virginia. Attended depositions, settlement conferences and meetings in family law, personal injury and bankruptcy matters.
- Assistant Adjunct Professor
- University of Maryland University College
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- Taught courses to military and civilian students in Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Legal Research, Legal Writing and Law Office Management.
- Senior Assistant Public Defender
- Virgina Beach Public Defender
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- Represented Juveniles and Adults in criminal and delinquency matters. Successfully tried over serious 30 felony jury trials. Certified to handle death penalty matters
- Deputy Public Defender
- Riverside County Public Defender
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- Represented juveniles in delinquency proceedings and children in abuse and neglect matters.
- Contract Attorney
- Juvenile Defenders
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- Represented parents in Abuse and Neglect matters and Juveniles in Delinquency cases.
Speaking Engagements
- IEP and 504 Plans A Legal Compliance, NBI Special Education Conference, Rockville, Maryland 20850
- National Business Institute
- https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/78929ER?ctname=SPKEM
- IEP and 504 Plans A Legal Compliance, NBI Special Education Conference, Rockville, Maryland 20850
- National Business Institute
- https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/78929ER?ctname=SPKEM
- The IEP Meeting Process: Legal Pitfalls to Avoid, NBI Special Education Law Conference, Rockville, Maryland 20850
- National Business Institute
- https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/77664ER?N=0&ctname=SPKEM%2FR-77664ER%7C
- Special Education Law From A to Z, NBI Special Education Law Conference, Baltimore, Maryland
- National Business Institute
- https://www.nbi-sems.com/ProductDetails/77664ER?N=0&ctname=SPKEM%2FR-77664ER%7C
- Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans, IEP and 504 Plan Legal Workshop, Baltimore, Maryland
- National Business Institute
- Program focused on Special Education issues faced by students in the public school system in Maryland.
Certifications
- Super Lawyers
- Thomson Reuters
- Super Lawyers
- Thomson Reuters
- Super Lawyers
- Thomson Reuters
- Super Lawyers
- Thomson Reuters
Awards
- President's Award
- J Franklyn Bourne Bar Association
- Recognized for serving as co-chair on the Montgomery County Judicial Interviewing Committee. Reviewed applications, conducted interviews and selected candidates for the District Court of Maryland, Montgomery County Circuit Court and Court of Appeals of Maryland.
- Who's Who Among College Teachers
- University of Maryland University College
- Selected by a former student for making a difference as an adjunct professor for University of Maryland University College (UMUC Europe).
Professional Associations
- Montgomery County Bar Foundation
- Board of Directors
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- Activities: Serving on the Board for the Montgomery County Bar Foundation which provides legal education, pro bono services and support for the Montgomery County Community.
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- J. Franklyn Bourne Bar Associaition
- Co-Chair Montgomery County Committee
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- Maryland State Bar
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- Bar Association of Montgomery County
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- Activities: Liaison for Montgomery County Committee of the J Franklyn Bourne Bar Association, Bar Leader class of 2014, Creating an Improved Tomorrow (CIT) for Montgomery County high school students relating to underage drinking and other substance abuse issues , co-chair of education law committee 2009-2011.
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- University of California Irvine, Alumni Association
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- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
- Member
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- Activities: Initial Line for the Xi Omega chapter at University of California at Irvine. Promotiong academic excellence and service to the community at large.
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- Montrose Christian School
- School Board Member
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- Activities: Provided administrative guidance with respect to the school bylaws and administrative and teaching contracts relating to the upper and lower school.
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- Arlington County Bar Association
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- Naples Office Spouse's Club
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- Activities: Attended meetings relating to military social support activity Naples. Provided input on revision of guidelines to include spouses that were either male or female.
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- Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC)
- Vice President
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- Activities: Organized annual retreat in Gaeta Italy and coordinated with the hospitality management team at the host hotel in Gaeta, Italy. Attended annual retreat in Germany. Encouraged participation and facilitation at vacation bible school for children of military and civilians stationed in Naples Italy.
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- Virginia Public Defender Commission
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- Activities: Attended seminars geared toward effective advocacy in criminal matters in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
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- Black Law Students Association
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- Activities: Participated in meetings and retreats that encouraged law students to excel in law school and in the legal profession.
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- California
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- District of Columbia
- District of Columbia Bar
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- Maryland
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- Virginia
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- Court of Veteran's Appeals
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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Fees
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Free Consultation
15 minute Telephone,Consultations. - Credit Cards Accepted
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Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
I accept credit cards through Lawpay
Practice Areas
- Divorce
- Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Restraining Orders, Victims Rights
- Education Law
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
Additional Practice Area
- Veterans Benefits
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. how can a father who is the birth certificate in the state of maryland obtain visitation with his children
- A: If you are on the birth certificate, you can file a petition in court requesting visits with your children. You will need to know the whereabouts of your children and the mother. You will need to serve the mother with a summons to appear in court.
- Q. I have a moving violation for a bus that was stopped - there was no way for me to stop safely is it my fault
- A: If the bus was a school bus, you would be at fault if the stop sign on the bus was displayed. If it was another type of bus, it depends on what the violation alleges.
- Q. I am an active military member, i need an experienced lawyer with Military divorce to counsel and represent me
- A: I have represented active duty military and also have personal experience with the military with respect to pensions and survivor benefits.
Sincerely,
Lynndolyn Mitchell
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