Atty. Anessa Abrams

Atty. Anessa Abrams

Anessa Abrams is a lawyer practicing education, employment law, litigation and 1 other area of law. Anessa received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Washington Washington 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Anessa Abrams at a glance

Anessa Abrams is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at FordHarrison LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1995) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tent (1996). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1995) and University of California, San Diego (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •District of Columbia Bar Association •Maryland State Bar Association •American Bar Association, Section of Litigation •American Bar Association, Section of Labor and Employment Law. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Anessa Abrams is a lawyer practicing education, employment law, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Anessa received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Anessa practices at FordHarrison LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Anessa Abrams's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Anessa Abrams is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Anessa Abrams is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Anessa Abrams

Where is Anessa Abrams's law office located?
Anessa Abrams's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is FordHarrison LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Anessa Abrams handle?
Anessa Abrams focuses on employment, wage & hour, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Anessa Abrams practiced law?
Anessa Abrams has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Anessa Abrams go to law school?
Anessa Abrams earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Anessa Abrams for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Anessa Abrams received?
Anessa Abrams's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1995
B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 1992

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1995
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tent
Admitted: 1996

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