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Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC

United States 2025

Overview

Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Meinken & Leischner, PLLC is a client-focused, results-driven law firm conveniently located in the heart of Alexandria, Virginia. We concentrate our services on the following practice areas: family law (divorce, custody, prenuptial and separation agreements, and support matters), estate planning and administration, employment matters, criminal defense, bankruptcy litigation, business affairs, and personal injury. Our attorneys provide services to individuals and businesses in the state and federal courts throughout Northern Virginia, as well as in Maryland and the District of Columbia for select matters.

Relationships are the cornerstone of our business, and as such, we strive to offer personalized legal services to each of our clients based on their individual needs. Our advice concerning client matters is based on these relationships and is designed to allow our clients to make thoughtful, informed decisions. We at Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Meinken & Leischner, PLLC are committed to not only our clients, but also the community within which we serve. Our attorneys are actively engaged in numerous local organizations, benefiting both the legal community and the community as a whole through volunteerism and participation. We credit this dedication to both client and community for the numerous awards bestowed on many of our attorneys, including listings in The Washingtonian, Northern Virginia Magazine, Virginia Business Magazine, and Best Lawyers.

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Practice Areas:
7
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
4

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Trusts and Estates

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Family Law
Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Trusts and Estates
Tier
3
Washington, D.C.
Family Law Mediation
Tier
3
Washington, D.C.
Tax Law

Rankings

National

Tier
3
National Ranking
Trusts and Estates

Regional

Washington, D.C.

Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Family Law
Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
1
Washington, D.C.
Trusts and Estates
Tier
3
Washington, D.C.
Family Law Mediation
Tier
3
Washington, D.C.
Tax Law

Practice Areas

Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
  • Criminal Defense: General Practice
  • Employment Law - Individuals
  • Family Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Trusts and Estates

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC proudly has 4 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Alexandria, VA
616 N Washington Street, Suite 450
Alexandria, VA 22314
United States
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