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Marissa Washington

Buffalo, NY

Licensed for 6 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Child custody

Language

English

About

I am the Principal Attorney at Hill Law, PLLC. I focus my practice in the area of Matrimonial and Family law within Erie and Niagara counties.Matrimonial and Family Law matters often require clients to discuss their innermost private and delicate issues that have a lifelong impact on their lives and the lives of their families. I pride myself on having the ability to make clients feel comfortable through emotionally strenuous times while preserving their trust and zealously advocating on their behalf. I firmly believe that is important to be caring, patient, and attentive to clients’ needs while maintaining open and honest communication. My goal is to get clients through what is likely one of the most stressful times of their lives as efficiently as possible while achieving favorable outcomes that are enduring and foresee potential conflicts that may arise.I am a native of Western New York and received my Juris Doctor from Valparaiso University School of Law in December 2015. I sat for the February 2015 New York State Bar Exam and was admitted to the New York State Bar in June of 2015. Since that time, I have practiced exclusively in the field of Matrimonial and Family Law. I am a member the New York State Bar Association, the Minority Bar Association of Western New York, the Women’s Bar Association of New York (Western New York Chapter), and the Erie County Bar Association.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Hill Law PLLC43 Court StreetSuite 810Buffalo, NY, 1420243 Court StreetSuite 810Suite 810Buffalo, NY, 14202

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

SW
July 9, 2018

I have so many positive comments regarding Marissa’s professionalism and results I do not know where to start. My first consult with Marissa was for custody/visitation (my son’s father thought it was amusing to play with the family court system); however Marissa did not. After a positive consult, I hired Marissa for my case. She went above and beyond to regulate and setup parameters to benefit my son (and myself) and ensure his safety. She is completely down to earth and is very personable. She stays on top of everything. There wasn’t a moment where I wondered what’s going on and there was constant communication. Her attention to detail is AMAZING and caused the other party to fold immediately. A couple months later I received paperwork for a court appearance for child support (other party looking to reduce support). I automatically asked Marissa to take this case, which of course resulted in desired judgement and more! The idea of court itself is stressful, but having Marissa in my corner I wasn’t worried or stressed at all. When you hire a lawyer of course you assume they know their stuff BUT MARISSA ABSOLUTELY KNOWS!! I wholeheartedly recommend Marissa for your family court cases!!!

Kim
October 27, 2017

When I retained Marissa to handle my divorce, I didn’t just get an exceptional, highly competent and knowledgeable Attorney. I also got a kind, caring, genuine person who ultimately cared about me as a person, not just as a client. My first call to her wasn’t scheduled, but the timing was right and we spoke on the phone for quite awhile, her answering my numerous questions and giving me a summary of how everything would be handled. I made an appointment to meet with her, and hung up the phone feeling satisfied and relieved (already knowing I’d be retaining HER!). From our very first phone conversation, and ever since, she has been attentive, determined, knowledgeable, diligent, confident, proactive, assertive and easily accessible (and if she’s not able to take my random call, she always gets back to me later that day by returning my call or Emailing, sometimes as late as 6:45pm). As a person, she has been consistently open with me, warm, sincere, comforting, and genuine. Those are qualities I value highly, as well. In summary - all of the above comments included - one of the greatest compliments I can give her is this- she thoroughly explains every single step/document/proposal/legal term/ etc. And, she does so with patience and compassion and understanding. I have and will continue to recommend her to anyone looking for legal representation in a divorce.

Jen
September 10, 2017

While trying to deal with an upsetting situation on my own, I was referred to Marissa M. Hill and after my first conversation, she not only put my fears at ease, but had a strategic plan, followed up with involved parties by end of business day, and continually kept me informed of the case in a more than timely fashion. The outcome of my case was positive in a short amount of time and I felt like Marissa always had my best interest at heart, not only as a client, but also as a person. I give her my highest recommendation!

Marla
May 23, 2017

Marissa did a fantastic job keeping my divorce very amicable, simple and fast. Anytime I've had a question she answers my emails or phone calls within a day and that's if she's not available. Her explanations are clear and she does a great job setting real expectations. As miserable as it is getting a divorce it was nice to have the legalities and paperwork off my mind so that I could just focus on my family.

Kathy Mitchum
October 18, 2016

Just hired Marissa for my mothers divorce attorney. Knowing she is fairly new to this is what made me hire her. She has drive. I text a question and instead of texting me back, she placed a call to discuss my mothers case. I believe she has the drive to fight for my mother and the experience co workers within the firm to back her up! So far, things are good yet we have work to do. I have confidence in Marissa and will leave what I'm sure to be, another positive review further into the case. I look forward to recommending Marissa Hill in the future

Timothy
July 29, 2016

Marissa was very helpful in helping me gain more meaningful access time with my daughter. With Marissas help I was able to obtain vacation time and have more say in my daughter life.

Joe
December 28, 2018

She was appointed by the court to represent children in custody, She rarely spoke to the children, only once during the case, there was no follow up or real concern for the children. Maybe she is better with paying clients, but with this case she has failed to represent the children that she was suppose to do.

SW
July 9, 2018

I have so many positive comments regarding Marissa’s professionalism and results I do not know where to start. My first consult with Marissa was for custody/visitation (my son’s father thought it was amusing to play with the family court system); however Marissa did not. After a positive consult, I hired Marissa for my case. She went above and beyond to regulate and setup parameters to benefit my son (and myself) and ensure his safety. She is completely down to earth and is very personable. She stays on top of everything. There wasn’t a moment where I wondered what’s going on and there was constant communication. Her attention to detail is AMAZING and caused the other party to fold immediately. A couple months later I received paperwork for a court appearance for child support (other party looking to reduce support). I automatically asked Marissa to take this case, which of course resulted in desired judgement and more! The idea of court itself is stressful, but having Marissa in my corner I wasn’t worried or stressed at all. When you hire a lawyer of course you assume they know their stuff BUT MARISSA ABSOLUTELY KNOWS!! I wholeheartedly recommend Marissa for your family court cases!!!

Kim
October 27, 2017

When I retained Marissa to handle my divorce, I didn’t just get an exceptional, highly competent and knowledgeable Attorney. I also got a kind, caring, genuine person who ultimately cared about me as a person, not just as a client. My first call to her wasn’t scheduled, but the timing was right and we spoke on the phone for quite awhile, her answering my numerous questions and giving me a summary of how everything would be handled. I made an appointment to meet with her, and hung up the phone feeling satisfied and relieved (already knowing I’d be retaining HER!). From our very first phone conversation, and ever since, she has been attentive, determined, knowledgeable, diligent, confident, proactive, assertive and easily accessible (and if she’s not able to take my random call, she always gets back to me later that day by returning my call or Emailing, sometimes as late as 6:45pm). As a person, she has been consistently open with me, warm, sincere, comforting, and genuine. Those are qualities I value highly, as well. In summary - all of the above comments included - one of the greatest compliments I can give her is this- she thoroughly explains every single step/document/proposal/legal term/ etc. And, she does so with patience and compassion and understanding. I have and will continue to recommend her to anyone looking for legal representation in a divorce.

Jen
September 10, 2017

While trying to deal with an upsetting situation on my own, I was referred to Marissa M. Hill and after my first conversation, she not only put my fears at ease, but had a strategic plan, followed up with involved parties by end of business day, and continually kept me informed of the case in a more than timely fashion. The outcome of my case was positive in a short amount of time and I felt like Marissa always had my best interest at heart, not only as a client, but also as a person. I give her my highest recommendation!

Marla
May 23, 2017

Marissa did a fantastic job keeping my divorce very amicable, simple and fast. Anytime I've had a question she answers my emails or phone calls within a day and that's if she's not available. Her explanations are clear and she does a great job setting real expectations. As miserable as it is getting a divorce it was nice to have the legalities and paperwork off my mind so that I could just focus on my family.

Kathy Mitchum
October 18, 2016

Just hired Marissa for my mothers divorce attorney. Knowing she is fairly new to this is what made me hire her. She has drive. I text a question and instead of texting me back, she placed a call to discuss my mothers case. I believe she has the drive to fight for my mother and the experience co workers within the firm to back her up! So far, things are good yet we have work to do. I have confidence in Marissa and will leave what I'm sure to be, another positive review further into the case. I look forward to recommending Marissa Hill in the future

Timothy
July 29, 2016

Marissa was very helpful in helping me gain more meaningful access time with my daughter. With Marissas help I was able to obtain vacation time and have more say in my daughter life.

Joe
December 28, 2018

She was appointed by the court to represent children in custody, She rarely spoke to the children, only once during the case, there was no follow up or real concern for the children. Maybe she is better with paying clients, but with this case she has failed to represent the children that she was suppose to do.

SW
July 9, 2018

I have so many positive comments regarding Marissa’s professionalism and results I do not know where to start. My first consult with Marissa was for custody/visitation (my son’s father thought it was amusing to play with the family court system); however Marissa did not. After a positive consult, I hired Marissa for my case. She went above and beyond to regulate and setup parameters to benefit my son (and myself) and ensure his safety. She is completely down to earth and is very personable. She stays on top of everything. There wasn’t a moment where I wondered what’s going on and there was constant communication. Her attention to detail is AMAZING and caused the other party to fold immediately. A couple months later I received paperwork for a court appearance for child support (other party looking to reduce support). I automatically asked Marissa to take this case, which of course resulted in desired judgement and more! The idea of court itself is stressful, but having Marissa in my corner I wasn’t worried or stressed at all. When you hire a lawyer of course you assume they know their stuff BUT MARISSA ABSOLUTELY KNOWS!! I wholeheartedly recommend Marissa for your family court cases!!!

Kim
October 27, 2017

When I retained Marissa to handle my divorce, I didn’t just get an exceptional, highly competent and knowledgeable Attorney. I also got a kind, caring, genuine person who ultimately cared about me as a person, not just as a client. My first call to her wasn’t scheduled, but the timing was right and we spoke on the phone for quite awhile, her answering my numerous questions and giving me a summary of how everything would be handled. I made an appointment to meet with her, and hung up the phone feeling satisfied and relieved (already knowing I’d be retaining HER!). From our very first phone conversation, and ever since, she has been attentive, determined, knowledgeable, diligent, confident, proactive, assertive and easily accessible (and if she’s not able to take my random call, she always gets back to me later that day by returning my call or Emailing, sometimes as late as 6:45pm). As a person, she has been consistently open with me, warm, sincere, comforting, and genuine. Those are qualities I value highly, as well. In summary - all of the above comments included - one of the greatest compliments I can give her is this- she thoroughly explains every single step/document/proposal/legal term/ etc. And, she does so with patience and compassion and understanding. I have and will continue to recommend her to anyone looking for legal representation in a divorce.

Jen
September 10, 2017

While trying to deal with an upsetting situation on my own, I was referred to Marissa M. Hill and after my first conversation, she not only put my fears at ease, but had a strategic plan, followed up with involved parties by end of business day, and continually kept me informed of the case in a more than timely fashion. The outcome of my case was positive in a short amount of time and I felt like Marissa always had my best interest at heart, not only as a client, but also as a person. I give her my highest recommendation!

Marla
May 23, 2017

Marissa did a fantastic job keeping my divorce very amicable, simple and fast. Anytime I've had a question she answers my emails or phone calls within a day and that's if she's not available. Her explanations are clear and she does a great job setting real expectations. As miserable as it is getting a divorce it was nice to have the legalities and paperwork off my mind so that I could just focus on my family.

Kathy Mitchum
October 18, 2016

Just hired Marissa for my mothers divorce attorney. Knowing she is fairly new to this is what made me hire her. She has drive. I text a question and instead of texting me back, she placed a call to discuss my mothers case. I believe she has the drive to fight for my mother and the experience co workers within the firm to back her up! So far, things are good yet we have work to do. I have confidence in Marissa and will leave what I'm sure to be, another positive review further into the case. I look forward to recommending Marissa Hill in the future

Timothy
July 29, 2016

Marissa was very helpful in helping me gain more meaningful access time with my daughter. With Marissas help I was able to obtain vacation time and have more say in my daughter life.

Joe
December 28, 2018

She was appointed by the court to represent children in custody, She rarely spoke to the children, only once during the case, there was no follow up or real concern for the children. Maybe she is better with paying clients, but with this case she has failed to represent the children that she was suppose to do.