Atty. Amy Wells Spain
Amy Spain is a dedicated advocate who focuses her practice on all aspects of the Virginia family law litigation to include divorce, equitable distribution of assets, spousal and child support determinations and modifications, and child custody and visitation matters. Her practice also includes appellate advocacy.
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About Amy Wells Spain at a glance
Amy Wells Spain is a family law attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Boies Schiller Flexner LLP. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Admitted to practice in Virginia (2016), Maryland (2022), and District of Columbia (2022). Educated at George Mason University (—, 2015) and Virginia Tech (—, 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Amy Spain is a dedicated advocate who focuses her practice on all aspects of the Virginia family law litigation to include divorce, equitable distribution of assets, spousal and child support determinations and modifications, and child custody and visitation matters
- Her practice also includes appellate advocacy
- She has written and contributed to briefs for the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia
- She also routinely negotiates successful settlements to family law disputes
- Ms. Spain works closely with clients to understand the client's goals and to ensure that the client is well informed and engaged in every phase of the case
- Ms. Spain received her B.A. in English and Communications with a focus on Professional Writing from Virginia Tech, and she earned her J.D. from the George Mason University School of Law
- She is a member of the Virginia State Bar and Fairfax Bar Association
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Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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