The Hopkins Law Firm, PLLCPrincipal & Owner

Michelle M. Hopkins, Esquire

About Michelle M. Hopkins, Esquire

Michelle M. Hopkins, Esquire is a lawyer practicing family law, alimony, annulment and 35 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.S. degree from George Mason University in 1993, and has been licensed for 18 years. Michelle practices at The Hopkins Law Firm, PLLC in Gainesville, VA.

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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Communication
4.6
Quality of Service
4.6
Responsiveness
4.7
Value for Money
4.5
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 09, 2012
Hired Attorney

Mrs. Hopkins was a consummate professional. There was a quality of service that far exceeded my expectations. Not only was she a great lawyer but she was an outstanding person that helped me through a very difficult time. This was my first time hiring a lawyer and I did not know what to expect; honestly I was nervous and scared of the fact that being Active Duty Military the chances of me gaining custody of my child was slim. After our first meeting I knew I was in good hands. She has a very calming and reassuring way about her. It meant a lot to me that she CARED about my situation. Totally pleased with everything and would not change a thing.

 
General Practice
Posted by anonymous
September 13, 2011
Hired Attorney

Michelle M. Southwick Hopkins is an outstanding attorney! I have consulted with her several times over the past two years and found that she clearly has her clients’ best interests in mind. She is smart, knows the law, has sharp analytical skills, and commonsense. These talents, along with her sincere desire to help her clients, enable Michelle to determine the best course of action to resolve their legal problem.

 
Nonprofit and Charitable Organizations
Posted by anonymous
September 09, 2011
Hired Attorney

Ms. Southwick is a highly respected attorney. She is articulate, clear, direct and sincere. She consistently and respectfully provides wise judgment and excellent advice in a timely manner. She has distinguished herself as an extremely honest, resourceful and fair attorney, highly regarded by her peers and the courts. Ms. Southwick is extremely competent, congruent and consistent both in the courtroom and in her office, representing her client's best interest with integrity.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 06, 2011
Hired Attorney

Ms. Southwick was a complete professional. I had complete confidence in her ability to represent me and achieve a favorable resolution to my dispute.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
November 20, 2010
Hired Attorney

Michelle is a magnificent attorney! She is thorough, sharp, straightforward, and tough. Her judgment is flawless. I have never met a lawyer with Michelle's amazing blend of talents. I strongly recommend her; she's brilliant!

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
February 19, 2016
Hired Attorney

Michelle and her team provided professional legal guidance through a less than pleasant separation and divorce process. I held Michelle's advice and guidance in high regard. Michelle had excellent rapport with all the mediators and lawyers that we had to interact with. She also was able to conduct predictable analysis on legal decisions and outcomes. I highly recommend the Hopkins Law Firm for all custodial and family law issues without any reservation.

 
Family Law
Posted by anonymous
September 23, 2013
Hired Attorney

Great service by both principal and office staff. Rates are reasonable (for the area), and if principal is unavailable, office manager responds to tee up questions. Strongly recommend.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
April 11, 2011
Hired Attorney

Michelle was a pleasure to work with. She took care of all of my needs immediately. If she couldn't produce a deliverable in a reasonable time due to vacation plans she would let me know as soon as she could. Michelle provided me all the details needed about actions that would be taken as well as expectations.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
December 16, 2015
Hired Attorney

There were times during my case when I didn't exactly know what the process was or why the firm had chosen a certain course of action. It would have been helpful to me personally, and eased some of my anxiety, if I had been given a clearer, more detailed explanation of their approach and responses to certain events.

Family Law
Posted by anonymous
May 16, 2017
Hired Attorney

I relied on Michelle to help me with my divorce and custody case. 18 months and almost $20,000 later, I was in the same situation I was in the beginning. No agreeent, no divorce, no custody settlement! When I approached her and voiced my concerns about the legal help I was receiving from her, she sent me a letter saying that she thinks I should seek legal council elsewhere, because our relationship had come to an impasse. She showed no attempts of trying to work harder in my favor.

 

Services

Areas of Law

  • Family Law 4
    • Divorce
    • Military Divorce
    • Premarital Agreements
    • Spousal Support
  • Annulment
  • Fathers Rights
  • Criminal Law 2
    • Traffic Violations
    • DUI/DWI
  • Drivers License Suspension
  • Wills and Probate 1
    • Living Wills
  • Trusts and Estates 2
    • Powers of Attorney
    • Estate Planning
  • Education Law
  • Other 23
    • Alimony
    • Cohabitation Agreements
    • Community Property Law
    • Equitable Distribution
    • Legal Separation Agreements
    • Marital Agreements
    • Marital Property Distribution
    • Marital Property Law
    • Marital Property Settlements
    • Name Changes
    • No Fault Divorce
    • Post Divorce Modification
    • Postnuptial Agreements
    • Uncontested Divorce
    • Driving While Intoxicated
    • Wills
    • Family Trusts
    • Living Trusts
    • Personal Planning
    • Trust Administration
    • Trust Planning
    • School Board Defense
    • Student Discipline

Practice Details

  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Fixed hourly rates
    Fixed fees available
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
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    MasterCard
    Visa
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal & Owner
    Firm Name
    The Hopkins Law Firm, PLLC
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    2008, Virginia
    2010, District of Columbia
    Memberships
    American Bar Association, Fairfax County Bar Association
    Virginia State Bar
    District of Columbia Bar
    Prince William County Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    George Mason University School of Law
    Class of 2008
    J.D.
    Other Education
    George Mason University
    Class of 1993
    B.S.

    Troy State University
    Class of 2003
    M.P.A.

Michelle M. Hopkins, Esquire

Principal & Owner at The Hopkins Law Firm, PLLC
4.6
64 reviews

7130 Heritage Village Plaza, Suite 201Gainesville, VA 20155U.S.A.

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