Sophisticated and Sensitive Representation
For All Your Family Law Issues in Prince William County
Farrell & Croft, P.C., founded in 1992 by Kathleen Latham Farrell and Catherine S. Croft is proud of its reputation for providing quality family law representation. We are dedicated to living up to the confidence in this firm demonstrated by the many referrals from local lawyers, the business community, and our expanding base of satisfied clients. The firm provides representation for all family law issues including adoption, custody, divorce, domestic violence, military divorce, pre-marital agreements, property distribution (including division of business ownership interests and stock options), protective orders, separation agreements, support, and visitation. Conveniently located in Old Town Manassas near the Prince William County Courthouse, we pride ourselves on our personalized service and high quality legal representation of family law clients in Prince William County.
We recognize that family law issues can be complicated and stressful. We attribute much of our success to our dedication to the practice of family law and our ability to assist clients navigate the stressful and emotional tide that frequently accompanies family law issues. From the most basic issues such as an uncontested divorce to the more complicated issues involving closely held business interests, stock options, military benefits, and retirements accounts, we can protect your interests.
Our attorneys are skilled negotiators who always strive to resolve disputes through negotiation when it is in the client's best interests to do so. When negotiations do not achieve the client’s objectives, our attorneys are prepared to advance the client’s goals with competent and aggressive litigation and have a proven track record of successful results.
Whether for negotiation, mediation, or litigation, Farrell & Croft, P.C. has the right attorney to move the most complex family law issue efficiently to resolution. If you have a family law issue in Prince William County, you need representation by a seasoned, local law firm with a proven track record. Contact us and we'll put our experience to work for you
Kathleen Latham Farrell, Attorney
BAR
ADMISSIONS
- Virginia State Bar, 1988
EDUCATION
- University of Richmond, TC Williams School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1988 - Virginia Tech
B.S., Business Administration, 1979
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Family Law
Divorce, Separation Agreements, Custody, Child Support,Spousal Support, Property Distribution, Protective Orders, Family Abuse, Modification of Custody, Modification of Support, Enforcement of Court Orders - Personal Injury Law
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Virginia State Bar
Family Law Section, Member - Prince William County Bar Association, 1988-
present
President, 2002
Family Law Committee, Co-Chair, 1995 to 1999
Community Outreach Committee, Chairperson, 2002-2006
Judicial Liaison Committee, Chairperson, 2002
Judicial Screening Committee, Member, two terms, most recently 2007 to present - Prince William County Bar Foundation
Director, 2003 to present - Virginia Women Attorneys Association
Prince William County Chapter, Member, 2007 to present
PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS
- Virginia State Bar
Fifth District Disciplinary Committee, Member, 2004 - 2011 - Prince William County Circuit Court
Commissioner in Chancery - Prince William County Juvenile and Domestic Relations
District Court
Conciliator, 2005 to 2007 - Fairfax County Circuit Court
Neutral Case Evaluator, Property Distribution Cases, 2003- present
AWARDS
- Prince William County Bar Association, Pro Bono Attorney of the Year Award, 2006
SPECIAL TRAINING
- Mediation Training
BAR
ADMISSIONS
- Virginia State Bar, 1988
EDUCATION
- George Mason University School of Law
Juris Doctorate, 1988 - Virginia Commonwealth University
B.S., Administration of Justice and Public Safety (Juvenile Option), Minor in Psychology, 1980 - Rappahannock Mediation Center Training
Basic Mediation and Family and Divorce Mediation Training, 1993
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Family Law
Adoptions, Custody, Child Support, Divorce,Enforcement of Court Orders, Equitable Distribution, Family Abuse, Modification of Custody, Modification of Support, Pre-Marital Agreements, Property Distribution, Protective Orders, Separation Agreements, Spousal Support - Mediation
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
- Virginia State Bar
Member, Speakers Bureau 2000- - Prince William County Bar Association, 1988-
present
Secretary, 1991
Treasurer, 1992
- Family Law Committee, Member 1989-2001
Family Law Committee, Chair, 1992-1994
Family Law Committee, Co-Chair, 1995 to 1999
Continuing Legal Education Committee, Chair, 2001-2006
Beat the Odds Mentor 2003 - - Virginia Women Attorneys Association
Prince William County Chapter, Founding President, 2007 - 2008
Prince William County Chapter, Board Member, 2007 -
State Organization, Director at Large 2007 -
PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS
- Prince William County Circuit Court
Commissioner in Chancery
Conciliator 2006 -
Special Commissioner of Accounts 1996-2003
Court appointed conservator 2003 - - Prince William County Juvenile and Domestic Relations
District Court
Conciliator, 2005 -
AWARDS
- Virginia Business Legal Elite in Divorce, 2006
COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES
- Seminar Instructor for The Women's Center on "The Smart Split"
- Pro Bono Representation for ACTS/Turning Points Domestic Violence
Petitioners
Sherie Anne Girard Kristiansen, Law Clerk, graduated cum laude from Arizona State University with a B.S. degree in Justice Studies and a minor in Psychology. She received her Juris Doctorate degree from the American University, Washington College of Law. Ms. Kristiansen interned with the Prince William County Attorney’s office as a summer law clerk. She is also fluent in French. Ms. Kristiansen provides trial preparation and case management.
Ann McWhirt, Office Manager Ann McWhirt has over 16 years of experience in customer service, office administration and volunteer coordination. She currently manages the office and acts as a liaison between counsel and clients and is responsible for maintaining the daily function of our office.
Melissa Ross and Amy Byram, Receptionists. Melissa Ross and Amy Byram are our receptionists. They are responsible for scheduling client appointments, facilitating client contact with the attorneys, and are instrumental in overseeing the tremendous volume of documents and information coming into and being sent out of our office on behalf of our clients.