A Compassionate, Hardworking, Aggressive, Results Oriented Litigator in Washington, D.C.
Michelle L. Lockard is a seasoned litigator and native Washingtonian with over 10 years of courtroom experience in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. She has built a reputation as a fierce, results-driven advocate — appearing regularly before the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the District of Columbia Court of Appeals on behalf of individuals who need a skilled, tenacious fighter in their corner.
Michelle's litigation practice spans family law, criminal defense, and government contracting disputes. In the family law arena, she has litigated custody, child support, visitation, paternity, and divorce matters for over a hundred clients — securing meaningful parental relationships, custody rights, and shared decision-making authority for parents across the District. She has also vigorously defended parents and third parties against adverse claims in contested proceedings.
On the criminal side, Michelle litigates felony, misdemeanor, and traffic matters in Superior Court, bringing the same aggressive courtroom posture to every client's defense. Her appellate practice before the D.C. Court of Appeals further demonstrates her command of legal argument at every level of the judicial system.
Michelle also brings her litigation expertise to government contracting disputes, advising and representing clients on Contract Disputes Act matters, requests for equitable adjustments, and related claims.
Michelle also handles pro bono matters as a volunteer attorney and guardian ad litem through the DC Volunteer Lawyers Project. She also volunteers as a family law mentor with the DC Bar Pro Bono Clinic.
Ms. Lockard is a native Washingtonian. She received a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Bowie State University She obtained her Masters of Law in Government Procurement and Environmental Law from George Washington University Law School and Juris Doctorate from Howard University School of Law. She is currently admitted to the District of Columbia Bar and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims.
