Sonja Aoun

Sonja Aoun focuses her practice on family law and related planning matters. She represents clients in divorce, custody and visitation, child support, spousal support, relocation, property distribution, premarital agreements, separation agreements, and stepparent adoptions. Her work also includes military and government-related divorces, retirement and pension division, and select estate planning matters. She guides clients through difficult family transitions with clear advice, careful preparation, and practical legal strategies for each client.

Sonja earned her law degree from Georgetown University Law Center. She also holds a degree in Spanish from Georgetown University, giving her a strong academic foundation in legal analysis and communication. Her education supports thoughtful advocacy and careful client counseling in complex family matters.

During her legal career, Sonja has developed experience across many family law issues. She assists clients with divorce, custody disputes, support matters, property division, and agreements that shape family and financial responsibilities. She also handles cases involving military and government-related divorces, which often require detailed attention to benefits and retirement issues. Her approach combines careful planning with strong advocacy, helping clients address immediate concerns while protecting long-term interests and stability.

Sonja Aoun is admitted to practice in Virginia and the District of Columbia. She has earned recognition as a Super Lawyer in both jurisdictions, received a Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award, and was named to Best Lawyers in America for Family Law. Beyond her legal work, she supports community efforts addressing food insecurity and dyslexia advocacy. Her career reflects client service, respected professional standing, and commitment to helping families resolve legal issues.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Capital Family & Divorce Law Group
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Virginia

Education

• Georgetown University Law Center
  Law Degree
• Georgetown University
  BS in Spanish

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