Sometimes life takes you off course.

We help Northern Virginia clients
navigate complex legal challenges to
get back on track with clarity and confidence.

Skilled Attorneys

Our attorneys are well-versed in all aspects of litigation for a wide array of legal topics

Experience

Our legal team brings over 50 years of combined legal experience

Quality

We are focused on clear guidance and personal attention for each of our clients’ objectives

Jennifer Cisneros Ruth McElroy

About Us

Passion. Professionalism. Performance.

Cisneros | McElroy, PC brings over 50 years of combined legal experience to the Northern Virginia area. We are an all-female boutique law firm dedicated to providing clients with innovative solutions for a variety of legal challenges.

Our firm is built on the fundamental principle that extraordinary legal representation starts with uncompromising service to our clients. It is our attorneys’ commitment to meet and exceed the needs of our clients, both in and out of the courtroom, that sets us apart. All of us at Cisneros | McElroy PC believe that what wins a case is the passion that drives it. Our clients are our passion.

Our Team

Meet the Attorneys

Jennifer Cisneros

Partner

Attorney Ruth McElroy

Ruth McElroy

Partner

Attorney Christina Tulloch

Christina Tulloch

Senior Associate

Attorney Kayla Snowberger

Kayla Snowberger

Senior Associate

Kristie Thompson

Senior Associate

Helping You Get Back On Track

How Can We Help You?

Family Law

Divorce, spousal support, custody, visitation, child support, grandparent rights, stepparent adoptions, and more.

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Domestic Abuse

Protective Orders, Domestic Assault and Battery, and Stalking.

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Mental Health Law

Civil commitment hearings, guardianships, conservatorships, and Medicaid planning.

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Education Law

Individual education plans (IEPs), 504 education plans, special education, disability accommodations, discipline proceedings and administrative hearings.

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Traffic & Misdemeanors

Traffic violations, reckless driving, DUI, DWI, disorderly conduct, domestic abuse and assault and battery.

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Estate Planning & Elder Law

Guardianships, conservatorships, life care planning, advance medical care protection, living trusts and powers of attorney.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Client Testimony

  • If you want a lawyer who has your back, knowledge of the law, and the ability to do the best for you, this is your team.

  • She gave me astute advice about where I should compromise and where I should hold firm with my position. I also appreciated her advice about dealing on a personal level with my ex.

  • Ms. Cisneros was the only lawyer that listened to the details of my case and was willing to fight for child custody and argue a fault divorce. The other lawyers were more focused on how to divide financial assets. Although Ms. Cisneros tried to avoid going to trial, she had no choice, and she was prepared for war. I was in awe of how well prepared she was in comparison to opposing counsel.

Contact Us

If you’d prefer to speak with someone directly, you can call our office at (703) 215-4400 during our business hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Otherwise, please fill out the form to the right to tell us a bit about your situation. A member of our legal team will review your message and reach out as soon as possible to discuss how we can help.

Please note that reaching out to us via this website does not mean we represent you. An attorney-client relationship is only formed after we have cleared any potential conflicts of interest and signed a written representation agreement. Until then, any information you share with us is not considered confidential or privileged.

Resources

Helping you understand the legal path forward

Domestic Violence and Abuse

Getting through the day with an abusive partner is something no person should have to experience.

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A Guide to the Uncontested Divorce

It is possible to get divorced without ever setting foot in a courtroom, but certain requirements must be met.

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Stepparent Adoption

The relationship between stepparents and stepchildren has been represented in movies and books as generally a miserable one.

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