Carolyn M. Grimes, Attorney at Law - Alexandria, VA

Over Three Decades of Preeminent Family Law Advocacy in Northern Virginia

In the sensitive arena of family law, experience and local reputation are vital. Carolyn M. Grimes, Attorney at Law, is a highly respected partner at Friedman, Grimes, Meinken & Leischner PLLC, operating in historic Old Town Alexandria. Since being admitted to the Virginia Bar in 1991, Ms. Grimes has dedicated her career to representing clients in complex domestic relations matters throughout Northern Virginia, including Alexandria, Fairfax, Arlington, and Loudoun counties. If you need to find a family lawyer who combines elite litigation skills with a deep commitment to resolving matters collaboratively, Carolyn Grimes provides the preeminent representation you require.

Strategic Counsel for Divorce, Complex Asset Division, and Spousal Support

A divorce is a profound transition that touches every aspect of your life. Whether dealing with high-net-worth property distribution, business valuations, or retirement division, having an experienced attorney is essential. Carolyn Grimes specializing in high-conflict divorce cases, spousal support negotiations, and the division of marital assets. Licensed in all Virginia state courts and the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, she possesses a comprehensive understanding of how financial distress and bankruptcy impact divorce proceedings. Ms. Grimes works diligently to protect your financial security, utilizing both standard litigation and out-of-court collaborative family law approaches to reach fair, stable, and cost-effective property settlements.

Compassionate Child Custody, Child Support, and Visitation Advocacy

Protecting the well-being and stability of your children is of paramount importance during any family transition. If you are facing a difficult dispute and need to hire an attorney who will advocate strongly for your parental rights, Carolyn Grimes offers unmatched experience. She handles a wide range of child custody, visitation, and child support matters, including complex third-party custody cases and interstate parental relocation disputes. As a certified mediator, Ms. Grimes works to foster cooperative parenting agreements that minimize traumatic courtroom battles for children. However, should negotiations fail, her strategic courtroom preparation and formidable trial skills ensure your interests are aggressively protected in court.

Distinguished Professional Leadership and Peer Recognition

Ms. Grimes exceptional legal capability and ethical standards have earned her the highest honors in the profession. She maintains an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, has been recognized in Best Lawyers in America since 2014, and has been consecutively selected to the Virginia Super Lawyers list since 2007. She has also been named among the Top 50 Women Lawyers and Top 100 Attorneys in Virginia. A former President of the Alexandria Bar Association, Carolyn Grimes is a tireless community advocate, serving for many years on the Board of Directors for Legal Services of Northern Virginia to ensure access to justice for vulnerable communities.

• Elite Legal Experience: Over 35 years of dedicated practice in family law and domestic relations throughout Northern Virginia.
• Collaborative Law Champion: Trained in collaborative practice, encouraging cooperative, dignified, and out-of-court resolutions.
• Distinguished Leadership: Past President of the Alexandria Bar Association and long-time board member of Legal Services of Northern Virginia.
• Highest Peer Ratings: AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and regularly named a Top Attorney by Washingtonian Magazine.