Divorce

Going through a divorce can feel overwhelming — legally, financially, and emotionally. Our firm provides skilled and compassionate divorce representation throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland. We assist with:

• Uncontested and contested divorce

• High-asset property division and marital debt allocation

• Military divorce complexities

• Spousal support / alimony requests

• Cases involving child custody and child support

Whether your matter requires strong negotiation or aggressive courtroom advocacy, we focus on securing fair results, protecting your rights, and preserving what matters most — your family, your future, and your peace of mind.

Financial stability shouldn’t end when the marriage does. The Banks Law Firm PLLC fights for fair results — whether you are seeking support or challenging unreasonable demands. We take an assertive approach to securing financial arrangements that reflect each spouse’s contributions, earning capacity, and long-term needs.

Our services include:
• Temporary & Permanent Spousal Support
• Alimony Negotiation & Litigation
• Income Evaluation & Lifestyle Analysis
• Enforcement & Modification of Support Orders
• QDROs (Qualified Domestic Relations Orders) for dividing retirement benefits
• Pension, 401(k), and Military Retirement Distribution

We protect what you’ve built — and ensure you walk away with the financial security you deserve.

Child Custody & Parenting Time

Custody issues are deeply personal — and the law can be confusing. We guide parents through legal custody, physical custody, and visitation/parenting time decisions with a child-focused approach. Our services include:

• Parenting plans and parental responsibility allocations

• Emergency and temporary custody orders

• Custody modifications and relocation requests

• Enforcement of existing custody orders

• Mediation and co-parenting solutions

We advocate for arrangements that prioritize your child’s safety, stability, and emotional wellbeing, while ensuring your parental rights are respected and protected at every stage of the process.

When safety is threatened, action must be immediate. The Banks Law Firm provides urgent, strategic legal protection for individuals and families experiencing abuse — and strong defense for those facing false or exaggerated accusations. We fight to secure your safety, your rights, and your peace of mind.

We handle:
• Emergency Protective Orders (EPO)
• Preliminary & Final Protective Orders
• Custody & Visitation issues connected to abuse allegations
• Safety planning through court orders
• Enforcement of protective provisions
• Defense against wrongful accusations

Your safety matters — and you do not have to face this alone. We are prepared to step in swiftly and stand with you every step of the way.

Child Support Establishment, Enforcement & Modification

Every child deserves consistent financial support — and every parent deserves fairness. Our team assists with:

• Establishing new child support orders

• Enforcing unpaid support and addressing arrears

• Modifying existing orders after job loss, income change, or new expenses

• Support calculations using Virginia, D.C., and Maryland guidelines

• Ensuring proper credits for childcare, medical coverage, and shared custody

We work diligently to achieve accurate support amounts that reflect the real needs of the child and the current financial circumstances of the parents — while aiming to reduce conflict and delays.

Adoption

Expanding your family should be a joyful experience — not a stressful legal battle. The Banks Law Firm PLLC guides families through the adoption process with clarity, compassion, and meticulous attention to detail. We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on what matters most: welcoming your child home.

We assist with:
• Step-Parent Adoptions
• Relative (Kinship) Adoptions
• Private / Independent Adoptions
• Termination of Parental Rights
• Court Representation & Finalization

Every adoption tells a unique story. We are honored to support families in creating forever bonds built on love, security, and a strong legal foundation.