Av. Alan B. Plevy

Av. Alan B. Plevy

Alan B. Plevy is a founding principal of the firm.

Vienna Vienna 49 Yıl Deneyim 49 yıl
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About Alan B. Plevy at a glance

Alan B. Plevy is a Principal based in Vienna, Virginia, practicing at SmolenPlevy. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, and alimony. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1977), U.S. Supreme Court (1981), Maryland (1984), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1985). Educated at George Mason University (J.D., 1977) and University of Miami (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Alan B. Plevy is a founding principal of the firm
  • He is a member of the Bar in Virginia and Maryland
  • Mr. Plevy is a graduate of the University of Miami and the George Mason University School of Law
  • With 36 years as an attorney in the Commonwealth of Virginia, he is a well reputed and recognized force in the areas of family law and litigation
  • Mr. Plevy has vast experience in both negotiating and if necessary, litigating all issues requiring resolution in matrimonial actions including property settlement agreements, custody and visitation issues, and support
  • Mr. Plevy has received the coveted Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating and has been recognized in Super Lawyers and the Washingtonian
  • Northern Virginia Magazine named Plevy as a Top Lawyer in 2015, 2013, 2010 and 2009
  • Most recently, he was selected as one of the 2014, 2015 and 2016 “Best Lawyers in America” by The Best Lawyers in America and a SmartCEO Magazine Power Player in 2013
  • A top legal publication, Virginia Lawyer Weekly, noted Mr. Plevy’s impact on the law when they named two cases he litigated among its Top Five Landmark Family Law Cases in Virginia
  • Those two cases, which date back to the 1980s, are still regularly cited by attorneys and courts
  • Additionally, Mr. Plevy is frequently interviewed as an expert on divorce law by the media
  • The New York Times recently interviewed him in a story about how the economy is impacting child support, Men’s Health spotlighted him in a piece about social media and its impact on divorce, and he was featured on News Channel 8‘s Let’s Talk Live, a local D.C. news show, discussing how to better deal with custody issues that arise during the holiday season
  • Mr. Plevy serves as Neutral Case Evaluator and Conciliator for the Fairfax County Circuit Court, Virginia and as an Equitable Distribution Mediator for the Montgomery County Circuit Court, Maryland
  • He is a member of the Fairfax Bar Association where he served in various capacities as a member of the Board of Directors (1982-1988), as Chairman of the Personnel Committee (1983-1985), as Vice Chairman (1980-1981) and Chairman (1981-1982) of the Public Relations Committee and as a member of the Judicial Screening Committee (1996-1997)
  • He is also a member of the Montgomery County Bar Association and the Maryland State Bar Association, Inc

Practice Areas Explained

Alan B. Plevy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan B. Plevy handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Child Support

Alan B. Plevy is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Virginia →

Alimony / Spousal Support

Alan B. Plevy is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Vienna are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan B. Plevy

Where is Alan B. Plevy's law office located?
Alan B. Plevy's law practice is located in Vienna, Virginia. The firm is SmolenPlevy. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan B. Plevy handle?
Alan B. Plevy focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, child support, alimony. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Alan B. Plevy practiced law?
Alan B. Plevy has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Alan B. Plevy go to law school?
Alan B. Plevy earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Alan B. Plevy for a consultation?
You can contact Alan B. Plevy directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Alan B. Plevy received?
Alan B. Plevy's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Eğitim

J.D.
George Mason University
- 1977
B.A.
University of Miami
- 1973

Ödüller

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
Maryland
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1985

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