About

Amanda DeFede is a skilled lawyer practicing in the areas of education law, family law, juvenile law, and criminal defense in Manassas, Virginia. She has represented clients in various courts and administrative proceedings, focusing on finding effective resolutions for her clients.

Ms. DeFede specializes in education law, family law, juvenile law, and criminal defense in Manassas, Virginia. She has a wealth of experience representing clients in state courts, the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Supreme Court of Virginia, and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.

With extensive litigation experience in criminal law, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies, Ms. DeFede is well-equipped to handle a wide range of cases. She has also litigated various aspects of family law, including protective orders, support, custody disputes, and complex equitable distribution.

In addition to her work in the courtroom, Ms. DeFede has represented clients in administrative proceedings such as student discipline, special education due process hearings, in-state tuition appeals, CPS appeals, and teacher employment disputes. Her representation of students spans all ages, from preschool to graduate school.

Ms. DeFede's primary focus in all practice areas is to find the most effective and efficient resolution possible for her clients. While skilled negotiations are often the key to reaching a settlement, she is equally prepared to litigate when necessary to ensure her clients' interests are protected.

Legal Issues

Education Law

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father s Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Juvenile Law

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Criminal Law

Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

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No Certifications

Languages

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Founding Partner
  McIntyre DeFede Law PLLC
  

Education

Associations

Costs

• Payment With Credit Card

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