Serving Virginia, Maryland & DC Since 1992

Protecting What
Matters Most to You

When the stakes are high, you need attorneys who fight like it's personal — because for us, it is. Over $47M recovered for clients across the DMV.

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No fee until we win
24/7 emergency line
AV Preeminent® rated
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32+ Years of Experience
$47M+ Recovered for Clients
1,200+ Cases Successfully Resolved
98% Client Satisfaction Rate
What We Do

Practice Areas

Our attorneys bring deep expertise across the full range of legal needs facing individuals, families, and businesses in the DMV.

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Personal Injury

Car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, and workplace injuries. We work on contingency — you pay nothing until we win.

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Family Law

Divorce, child custody, alimony, adoption, and domestic matters handled with both legal precision and genuine compassion.

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Criminal Defense

DUI/DWI, drug charges, assault, and white collar crimes. Aggressive, strategic defense from former prosecutors who know how the other side thinks.

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Estate Planning

Wills, revocable and irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate administration for Virginia and Maryland estates.

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Business Law

Entity formation, partnership agreements, M&A, commercial contracts, employment disputes, and business litigation for companies of all sizes.

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Real Estate

Residential and commercial closings, title disputes, landlord-tenant litigation, and zoning appeals across VA, MD, and DC jurisdictions.

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Mitchell & Associates law office
32 Years Serving
the DMV
About the Firm

Built on Results.
Driven by Integrity.

Founded in 1992 by James R. Mitchell after serving as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, our firm has grown into one of Northern Virginia's most trusted boutique practices.

We've represented thousands of clients — from first-time homebuyers and accident victims to multinational companies and executives facing federal charges. Whatever you're navigating, we've been there before.

Our philosophy is simple: treat every client like a close friend or family member. That means honest advice even when it's not what you want to hear, transparent billing, and a team that actually picks up the phone.

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Licensed in VA, MD & DC
Multi-jurisdictional coverage across the metro
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No Fee Until We Win
Contingency structure for personal injury cases
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24/7 Emergency Line
Real attorneys, not answering services
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AV Preeminent® Rated
Martindale-Hubbell's highest peer rating
Our Team

Meet the Attorneys

Decades of combined experience, from federal courthouses to state trials. You're in capable hands.

James R. Mitchell

James R. Mitchell

Founding Partner

James founded the firm after serving as an AUSA for the Eastern District of Virginia. With over 200 jury trials to verdict, he is recognized as a Super Lawyer in Virginia and DC for the past 14 consecutive years.

Personal Injury Criminal Defense Business Law
Sarah K. Chen

Sarah K. Chen

Partner

Sarah joined the firm in 2008 after clerking for the U.S. District Court in D.C. She leads our family law and estate planning practice. Named among Virginia's Top 50 Women Attorneys by Super Lawyers for five years running.

Family Law Estate Planning Real Estate
David A. Torres

David A. Torres

Associate Attorney

David brought big-firm litigation experience from New York to Northern Virginia clients. He focuses on high-value personal injury cases and complex commercial disputes, having secured multiple seven-figure verdicts since joining in 2019.

Personal Injury Commercial Litigation
How It Works

Simple. Transparent. Effective.

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Free Consultation

Book a no-obligation call. We listen to your situation and give you an honest assessment — no charge, no pressure, no commitment.

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Case Review

Our team digs into the facts, documents, and applicable law to understand your strongest position and identify every avenue forward.

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Strategy & Action

We present a clear strategy, keep you updated at every milestone, and advocate aggressively on your behalf inside and outside the courtroom.

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Resolution

Whether settled or tried, we pursue the best possible outcome and stay by your side through every step of enforcement and closure.

Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"After my car accident left me with $80,000 in medical bills, I didn't know where to turn. James Mitchell's team handled everything while I focused on recovery — and they recovered three times what I expected. I cannot thank them enough."

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Marcus W.
Personal Injury · Arlington, VA
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"Sarah Chen handled my divorce with extraordinary professionalism and empathy. She fought hard for fair custody terms, never once let the other side bully us, and kept me grounded through the most stressful year of my life."

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Lauren P.
Family Law · Bethesda, MD
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"Mitchell & Associates caught a liability issue in our vendor contracts before it became a $2M lawsuit. Their business law team restructured our entire agreement framework. Best legal investment our company has ever made, period."

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Robert K.
Business Law · Washington, DC
Legal Insights

News & Articles

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Virginia Comparative Fault
Personal Injury April 15, 2026

Virginia's Comparative Fault Changes: What Accident Victims Need to Know Now

Recent changes to Virginia's contributory negligence rules could dramatically shift how injury claims are evaluated. Here's how it affects your case and your recovery.

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Estate Planning Mistakes
Estate Planning March 28, 2026

5 Estate Planning Mistakes DMV Families Make — and How to Avoid Them

Even modest estates get tangled in costly probate without proper planning. Partner Sarah Chen explains the most common pitfalls and what to do instead.

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Business Contract Clauses
Business Law March 10, 2026

Before You Sign: Contract Clauses Every Small Business Owner Must Understand

From indemnification to arbitration clauses, attorney David Torres breaks down the provisions that can make or break your business relationships — in plain English.

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Every case starts with a conversation. One of our attorneys will personally review your situation — no commitment, no fee, just honest counsel.

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Office
1700 N. Moore Street, Suite 1020
Arlington, VA 22209
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Phone
(703) 555-0192
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Email
info@mitchellassoclaw.com
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Hours
Mon–Fri 8:30am – 6:00pm
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