Chidinma Harley, (Lawyer)
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Ms. Harley brings the foundational principles of diligence, passion, creativity and integrity to every case that she handles. Ms. Harley understands the challenging matters her clients face and she values the trust every client puts in her to help them navigate these issues. She is a caring attorney who listens to the needs, hopes, fears and wants of her clients and works creatively and tirelessly to ensure they receive the best results and are heard throughout the process. Ms. Harley's clients are her top priority. She is licensed to practice law in the following jurisdictions: Virginia, District of Columbia, New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Professional Activities
CURRENT:
Fairfax Bar Association Member
Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Northern Virginia Black Attorneys' Association
Northern Virginia Black Attorneys' Association, Treasurer
Fairfax County Circuit Court Committee Member
Fairfax County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court Committee Member
Legal Service of Northern Virginia Board Member
Prince William County Bar Association Member
Nigerian Lawyers Association Member
Virginia State Bar Disciplinary District Committee Member
PRIOR:
Virginia Women Attorneys Association
Collaborative Practice Training
| Year | Course Title | Instructor | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic/ Introductory Collaborative Law or Interdisciplinary Collaborative Team Training. | |||
| 2021 | Introductory Interdisciplinary COllaborative Practice Training | CPTI | 15 |
| 30-Hr Interest-Based Negotiation & Mediation Skills | |||
| 2021 | Family Law Mediation Training | Karan Asaro | 20 |
| 2020 | Basic Mediation Training | Karan Asaro | 20 |
| Additional 15 hours Intermediate/ Advanced interest-based negotiation, communication skills, collaborative, or basic professional coach training | |||
| 2022 | Understanding the 5 Conflict Modes at Play in Our Mediation and Collaborative Cases | Jonathan and Amy Kales, and Donne Colton | 1.5 |
| 2022 | Understanding the 5 Conflict Modes at Play in Our Mediation and Collaborative Cases | CPNV: Jonathan Kales, JD, Amy Kales, JD & Donne Colton, JD | 1.5 |
| 2022 | Transitioning Clients in Collaborative Divorce | Michael McHugh, Esq. and Teresa Cole, Esq. | 1.5 |
| 2022 | Solid Foundations - How to build Practices and Teams That Withstand the Storms | CPNV: Debbie Beach, LCSW, Steve Goldman, JD & Don Paris, CPA, MST, CDFA | 1.5 |
| 2022 | If You See Something, Say Something – Navigating Complex Asset Matters During the Collaborative Process | Jamie Blum and Jordan Egert | 1.5 |
| 2022 | If You See Something, Say Something – Navigating Complex Asset Matters During the Collaborative Process | CPNV: Jamie Blum, CPA & Jordan Egert, CDFA®, CFE, CPA | 1.5 |
| 2022 | Divorcing your spouse, but staying married to Uncle Sam | Sarah Avila, CFP®, CDFA® | 1.5 |
| 2022 | A Parent’s Mental Illness Should Not Prevent a Successful Parenting Plan | Stephanie Smith, Esq. and Patrice Garver, Ph.D. | 1.5 |
| 2021 | Understanding Domestic Violence and the Challenges in Getting It Right | CPNV: Viola Vaughan-Eden, PhD, MJ, LCSW | 1.5 |
| 2021 | Should Virginia Create a Legal Presumption of Shared Custody: A Current Effort is Underway, and There is Research to Support It | CPNV: Adele D’Ari, Ph.D., Lisa Herrick, Ph.D., Jennifer Bradley, J.D. | 1.5 |
| Annual 4 hours collaborative continuing education (basic, intermediate, or advanced) | |||
| 2023 | Parenting Plan - Part Two The Parenting Plan from a Mental Health Perspective | Karen S. Bonnell, MS | 1.5 |
| 2023 | My Stomach Aches! I Can’t Go to Work Today: How Collaborative Practice and Physical and Mental Wellness Can Solve the Tummy Squabbles | VaCP Clubhouse: Dillina W. Stickley, Esquire | 1 |
| 2022 | Solid Foundations - How to build Practices and Teams That Withstand the Storms | Debbie Beach, LCSW, Don Paris, CPA, MST, CDFA, and Steve Goldman, JD | 1.5 |
| 2021 | Domestic Violence Mediation | Karan Asaro | 8 |