Welcome to the Austin Law Firm
Serving individuals and families throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. with strategic, client-focused family law representation.
Experienced Family Law Litigator in D.C. and Maryland
The Austin Law Firm provides experienced, results-driven representation in divorce and family law matters across the region. We represent clients in complex and sensitive cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and property division, offering clear legal guidance tailored to each client’s circumstances and long-term goals.
With a strong command of family court procedure and litigation strategy, our firm combines careful preparation with practical solutions to help clients navigate difficult transitions, protect their rights, and achieve stable, forward-looking outcomes for themselves and their families.
Our Practice Areas
The Austin Firm provides focused, trial-ready representation across a full range of family law matters. Mike Austin represents clients in complex, contested, and high-stakes cases, including:
Divorce
We guide clients through every stage of divorce, protecting their rights while working toward fair resolutions involving property, finances, and family matters.
Child Custody
We advocate for custody arrangements that serve the best interests of the child while safeguarding parental rights and promoting long term stability.
Child Support
We assist with establishing, modifying, and enforcing child support orders to ensure children receive the financial support they need.
Spousal Support
We represent clients seeking or contesting spousal support, focusing on fair outcomes that reflect each party’s financial circumstances and future needs.
Protective Orders
We draft and review protective orders that clearly define financial expectations and protect assets before marriage.
Guardianships
We help families establish legal guardianships to protect minors or incapacitated adults and ensure their personal and financial well being.
Experienced Family Law Litigator in D.C. and Maryland
Mike built The Austin Firm to provide focused, high-quality representation for clients navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives. He understands that family law cases are not just legal disputes; they affect parents, children, finances, and futures. His practice centers on protecting parental rights, securing fair outcomes, and helping clients move forward with stability and confidence.
Known for thorough preparation and strong courtroom presence, Mike works closely with clients to develop case strategies tailored to their goals. He regularly collaborates with evaluators, child advocates, and other professionals when cases require a deeper level of analysis. Whether negotiating a resolution or litigating a contested matter, Mike stays hands-on and accountable at every stage.
At The Austin Firm, clients get direct access to an experienced trial lawyer who treats their case with urgency, respect, and determination.
Meet The Attorney
Michael Austin, Esq.
Founder & Managing Attorney
Mike Austin is the founding attorney of The Austin Firm, a family law practice serving clients across Washington, D.C. and Maryland. He represents individuals and families in child custody, divorce, child support, and complex family law disputes, with a strong focus on courtroom advocacy and practical results. Mike brings real trial experience to every case and approaches family law with clarity, preparation, and resolve.
Before founding The Austin Firm, Mike worked as an associate attorney at two prominent law firms, where he tried family and civil cases throughout Maryland and the District of Columbia. He has litigated in multiple jurisdictions, handled contested hearings and trials, and developed a reputation for being both strategic and unafraid to take a case to court when the situation demands it. That experience shapes how he advises clients today: honest assessments, clear strategy, and steady advocacy from start to finish.
Direct, Results-Driven Representation
The Austin Firm operates with transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Clients work directly with an experienced trial attorney who understands both the legal and personal stakes of family law cases. The firm prioritizes results, clear communication, and fair billing without sacrificing advocacy or preparation.
At the Austin Law Firm, we take pride in the exceptional care & service that we provide to our clients.
No matter the complexity of your case, you are in the best hands.
Contact Us:
911 Alabama Ave SE, Washington District of Columbia 20032
+1 202-952-2959
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