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Tawnya Yetter

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

Tawnya went into private practice after public service as an Assistant Attorney General for the District of Columbia. She practices primarily in the areas of domestic relations, criminal defense and wills and estates, but also is a litigator in other civil areas, including landlord tenant disputes. During law school, Tawnya clerked for the Department of Justice in Wilmington, Delaware. Along with years of courtroom experience, Tawnya coordinated a successful mediation program for 8+ years and continues to offer mediation and other alternative dispute resolution solutions.Tawnya is admitted to practice in Virginia, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.Tawnya is a 2004 graduate of Widener Law School. She graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 1995 with dual B.S. in Political Science and Sociology and received a M.S. in Criminology from West Chester University in 1998. Tawnya is an adjunct professor at Catholic University.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Estate Planning

Divorce and separation

Family

Speeding and traffic ticket

Elder Law

Language

English

Contact

Yetter & Mays, PLC5680 King's Center DriveSuite 600Alexandria, VA, 22315

Office: (703) 782-8061

Website: N/A

Reviews

Henry
December 15, 2021

I was very nervous about my traffic violation case. It was initially charged as a misdemeanor and I was required to appear in court. Prior to this I have never been in Court. Ms. Yetter was able to ease my anguish by easily explaining the approach. She provided me the right guidance (which I followed) and obtained a reduction to the charges in court (to a less severe traffic violation). She is very professional, kind and effective. You will be in good hands with her as your attorney!

M.
February 26, 2019

I was served/summoned on a Saturday to appear in court on Monday (less than 48 hours) upon discovering that my wife was seeking sole custody of my two children (2 and 5 years of age). The pain was so unbearable that I could hardly utter the words, “help me” when I reach out to Ms. Tawnya Yetter and her associates from Reston, Virginia. She returned my call within thirty (30) minutes herself whilst she was on training in Texas. Upon Ms. Yetter explaining the process and procedures, I realized immediately that I would not only accept the free consultation but retained her services thereafter. Throughout this difficult ordeal Ms. Yetter and associates were not only compassionate but completely objective. Her objectivity and actions within a 48 hour window resulted in the imminent return of my children. Ms. Tawnya Yetter’s guidance is clear and easy to digest. My only hope is that other’s allow her to be the heroine in their life’s story as well.

Moira
August 21, 2018

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Tawnya Yetter for representing my case. The father of my son sued me for child custody and visitation rights and she worked tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in my favor. If it weren’t for her great experience, analytical skills, professionalism, and knowledge, this matter wouldn’t have been in my favor. I appreciate Tawnya for protecting my interest and well as my son’s. I will never forget what she has done to make sure I was given a fair trial. I won the case and I am extremely grateful. Thanks for her legal advice, time, and efforts. She is a champion Lawyer!

Alissa
April 22, 2016

Tawnya Yetter knows my family well. I first met Ms. Yetter when I was going through a nasty divorce about 4 years ago. She helped me every step of the way, always returning my emails and phone calls and helping me keep my sanity during a very hard time in my life. She fought hard and helped me acquire everything I set out to do. Recently, my son was incarcerated and the first person that came to mind was Ms. Yetter. She again jumped into action helping me every step of the way and I feel like she has taken a deep personal interest in my family's well-being. There were days that I was falling apart and she helped me "keep-it-together." I owe her a lot and I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing a great attorney (criminal or civil). I can finally get back to living a peaceful life.

Christopher
January 5, 2012

Tawnya is well knowledgable in her practice and was able to answer all of my questions with confidence and in detail. As one going through a divorce, any reassurance that your rights are being protected is very important, and Tawnya provided this for me. She was professional and very timely in getting back to my inquiries and I would proudly recommend her to any of my friends, family or colleagues.

Henry
December 15, 2021

I was very nervous about my traffic violation case. It was initially charged as a misdemeanor and I was required to appear in court. Prior to this I have never been in Court. Ms. Yetter was able to ease my anguish by easily explaining the approach. She provided me the right guidance (which I followed) and obtained a reduction to the charges in court (to a less severe traffic violation). She is very professional, kind and effective. You will be in good hands with her as your attorney!

M.
February 26, 2019

I was served/summoned on a Saturday to appear in court on Monday (less than 48 hours) upon discovering that my wife was seeking sole custody of my two children (2 and 5 years of age). The pain was so unbearable that I could hardly utter the words, “help me” when I reach out to Ms. Tawnya Yetter and her associates from Reston, Virginia. She returned my call within thirty (30) minutes herself whilst she was on training in Texas. Upon Ms. Yetter explaining the process and procedures, I realized immediately that I would not only accept the free consultation but retained her services thereafter. Throughout this difficult ordeal Ms. Yetter and associates were not only compassionate but completely objective. Her objectivity and actions within a 48 hour window resulted in the imminent return of my children. Ms. Tawnya Yetter’s guidance is clear and easy to digest. My only hope is that other’s allow her to be the heroine in their life’s story as well.

Moira
August 21, 2018

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Tawnya Yetter for representing my case. The father of my son sued me for child custody and visitation rights and she worked tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in my favor. If it weren’t for her great experience, analytical skills, professionalism, and knowledge, this matter wouldn’t have been in my favor. I appreciate Tawnya for protecting my interest and well as my son’s. I will never forget what she has done to make sure I was given a fair trial. I won the case and I am extremely grateful. Thanks for her legal advice, time, and efforts. She is a champion Lawyer!

Alissa
April 22, 2016

Tawnya Yetter knows my family well. I first met Ms. Yetter when I was going through a nasty divorce about 4 years ago. She helped me every step of the way, always returning my emails and phone calls and helping me keep my sanity during a very hard time in my life. She fought hard and helped me acquire everything I set out to do. Recently, my son was incarcerated and the first person that came to mind was Ms. Yetter. She again jumped into action helping me every step of the way and I feel like she has taken a deep personal interest in my family's well-being. There were days that I was falling apart and she helped me "keep-it-together." I owe her a lot and I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing a great attorney (criminal or civil). I can finally get back to living a peaceful life.

Christopher
January 5, 2012

Tawnya is well knowledgable in her practice and was able to answer all of my questions with confidence and in detail. As one going through a divorce, any reassurance that your rights are being protected is very important, and Tawnya provided this for me. She was professional and very timely in getting back to my inquiries and I would proudly recommend her to any of my friends, family or colleagues.

Henry
December 15, 2021

I was very nervous about my traffic violation case. It was initially charged as a misdemeanor and I was required to appear in court. Prior to this I have never been in Court. Ms. Yetter was able to ease my anguish by easily explaining the approach. She provided me the right guidance (which I followed) and obtained a reduction to the charges in court (to a less severe traffic violation). She is very professional, kind and effective. You will be in good hands with her as your attorney!

M.
February 26, 2019

I was served/summoned on a Saturday to appear in court on Monday (less than 48 hours) upon discovering that my wife was seeking sole custody of my two children (2 and 5 years of age). The pain was so unbearable that I could hardly utter the words, “help me” when I reach out to Ms. Tawnya Yetter and her associates from Reston, Virginia. She returned my call within thirty (30) minutes herself whilst she was on training in Texas. Upon Ms. Yetter explaining the process and procedures, I realized immediately that I would not only accept the free consultation but retained her services thereafter. Throughout this difficult ordeal Ms. Yetter and associates were not only compassionate but completely objective. Her objectivity and actions within a 48 hour window resulted in the imminent return of my children. Ms. Tawnya Yetter’s guidance is clear and easy to digest. My only hope is that other’s allow her to be the heroine in their life’s story as well.

Moira
August 21, 2018

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Tawnya Yetter for representing my case. The father of my son sued me for child custody and visitation rights and she worked tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in my favor. If it weren’t for her great experience, analytical skills, professionalism, and knowledge, this matter wouldn’t have been in my favor. I appreciate Tawnya for protecting my interest and well as my son’s. I will never forget what she has done to make sure I was given a fair trial. I won the case and I am extremely grateful. Thanks for her legal advice, time, and efforts. She is a champion Lawyer!

Alissa
April 22, 2016

Tawnya Yetter knows my family well. I first met Ms. Yetter when I was going through a nasty divorce about 4 years ago. She helped me every step of the way, always returning my emails and phone calls and helping me keep my sanity during a very hard time in my life. She fought hard and helped me acquire everything I set out to do. Recently, my son was incarcerated and the first person that came to mind was Ms. Yetter. She again jumped into action helping me every step of the way and I feel like she has taken a deep personal interest in my family's well-being. There were days that I was falling apart and she helped me "keep-it-together." I owe her a lot and I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing a great attorney (criminal or civil). I can finally get back to living a peaceful life.

Christopher
January 5, 2012

Tawnya is well knowledgable in her practice and was able to answer all of my questions with confidence and in detail. As one going through a divorce, any reassurance that your rights are being protected is very important, and Tawnya provided this for me. She was professional and very timely in getting back to my inquiries and I would proudly recommend her to any of my friends, family or colleagues.

Henry
December 15, 2021

I was very nervous about my traffic violation case. It was initially charged as a misdemeanor and I was required to appear in court. Prior to this I have never been in Court. Ms. Yetter was able to ease my anguish by easily explaining the approach. She provided me the right guidance (which I followed) and obtained a reduction to the charges in court (to a less severe traffic violation). She is very professional, kind and effective. You will be in good hands with her as your attorney!

M.
February 26, 2019

I was served/summoned on a Saturday to appear in court on Monday (less than 48 hours) upon discovering that my wife was seeking sole custody of my two children (2 and 5 years of age). The pain was so unbearable that I could hardly utter the words, “help me” when I reach out to Ms. Tawnya Yetter and her associates from Reston, Virginia. She returned my call within thirty (30) minutes herself whilst she was on training in Texas. Upon Ms. Yetter explaining the process and procedures, I realized immediately that I would not only accept the free consultation but retained her services thereafter. Throughout this difficult ordeal Ms. Yetter and associates were not only compassionate but completely objective. Her objectivity and actions within a 48 hour window resulted in the imminent return of my children. Ms. Tawnya Yetter’s guidance is clear and easy to digest. My only hope is that other’s allow her to be the heroine in their life’s story as well.

Moira
August 21, 2018

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Tawnya Yetter for representing my case. The father of my son sued me for child custody and visitation rights and she worked tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in my favor. If it weren’t for her great experience, analytical skills, professionalism, and knowledge, this matter wouldn’t have been in my favor. I appreciate Tawnya for protecting my interest and well as my son’s. I will never forget what she has done to make sure I was given a fair trial. I won the case and I am extremely grateful. Thanks for her legal advice, time, and efforts. She is a champion Lawyer!

Alissa
April 22, 2016

Tawnya Yetter knows my family well. I first met Ms. Yetter when I was going through a nasty divorce about 4 years ago. She helped me every step of the way, always returning my emails and phone calls and helping me keep my sanity during a very hard time in my life. She fought hard and helped me acquire everything I set out to do. Recently, my son was incarcerated and the first person that came to mind was Ms. Yetter. She again jumped into action helping me every step of the way and I feel like she has taken a deep personal interest in my family's well-being. There were days that I was falling apart and she helped me "keep-it-together." I owe her a lot and I would highly recommend her services to anyone needing a great attorney (criminal or civil). I can finally get back to living a peaceful life.

Christopher
January 5, 2012

Tawnya is well knowledgable in her practice and was able to answer all of my questions with confidence and in detail. As one going through a divorce, any reassurance that your rights are being protected is very important, and Tawnya provided this for me. She was professional and very timely in getting back to my inquiries and I would proudly recommend her to any of my friends, family or colleagues.