Abigail Burman, Consumer Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
focused on Consumer and Entertainment
AssociateatMotley Rice LLC
Washington, DC
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Abigail Burman is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Consumer and Entertainment. Currently practicing at Motley Rice LLC.
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About Abigail Burman: Abigail Burman is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Consumer and Entertainment. Currently practicing at Motley Rice LLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Abigail Burman
Abigail concentrates on consumer and entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Abigail handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Consumer cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Abigail takes consumer matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Abigail agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Washington, District of Columbia
Abigail takes entertainment matters in Washington, District of Columbia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Abigail agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Abigail Burman — Attorney of District of Columbia consumer experience
Abigail Burman is an associate based in Washington, DC. The practice focuses on Consumer and Entertainment. Currently practicing at Motley Rice LLC.
Abigail Burman fights for consumers who are struggling to cope with life-altering effects of negligence and misconduct by large tech companies. She also advocates for copyright holders to receive the fair compensation they need to continue producing art and sustain themselves and their families.
Specifically, Abigail litigates for families of children who allege Instagram and other social media platforms encouraged addictive behavior in order to maximize screen time. Through lawsuits filed in state and federal courts, plaintiffs aim to prove negligent, defective platforms marketed to children and teens caused them to suffer emotional and physical harms, including death. She also represents individuals who allege their protected health information was illicitly collected by a large technology company. In the copyright space, Abigail was part of the team that represented SESAC in a major rate-setting arbitration.
Prior to joining Motley Rice, Abigail completed a Justice Catalyst/Public Rights Project fellowship at Yale Law School focused on reproductive health care, public health, consumer protection, and state and local policymaking. Her research included work on the potential for the internet and other technologies to expand access to self-managed abortion. She also clerked for Associate Judge Roy W. McLeese, III of the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, and U.S. District Judge Janet Bond Arterton of the District of Connecticut.
While in law school in California, Abigail worked at a plaintiffs’ firm focusing on healthcare and union-side labor and employment law, and in the Oakland City Attorney’s Community Lawyering & Civil Rights Unit, where she contributed to amicus briefs and administrative comments on a range of civil rights and consumer protection issues, among other positions. Prior to law school, she worked as a legislative staffer for Rep. Joseph P. Kennedy, III, drafting bills and providing advice on gender, civil rights, economic justice, housing, health, and technology issues.
Abigail has published several articles on the intersection of state and local policy, consumer protection, and public health, including an article in the Yale Law & Policy Review about the harms caused by defective and deceptive health insurance directories. She served as Associate Editor for the California Law Review, and as Commentary and Recent Developments Editor for the Berkeley Journal of Gender, Law and Justice.
Blog Posts
November 1, 2023
AI rollout should prioritize safety, not speed
by: Abigail Burman
News
March 5, 2026
International Women’s Day: The Women Who Inspire Us
by: Motley Rice
April 28, 2025
The history and legacy of Workers’ Memorial Day
by:
M. Nolan Webb
Abigail's approach to consumer cases
Abigail Burman fights for consumers who are struggling to cope with life-altering effects of negligence and misconduct by large tech companies. She also advocates for copyright holders to receive the fair compensation they need to continue producing art and sustain themselves and their families. Specifically, Abigail litigates for families of children who allege Instagram and other social media…
The kind of cases Abigail takes
Abigail reviews new inquiries case-by-case for consumer and entertainment matters in Washington and the surrounding District of Columbia area.
Credentials
Abigail Burman's legal education and bar admissions
University of California, Berkeley, School of Law
J.D. · 2020
University of Oxford, St. Hilda’s College
B.A. · 2015
Abigail studied at J.D. in University of California, Berkeley, School of Law and B.A. in University of Oxford, St. Hilda’s College.
Law school and academic background
Abigail completed J.D. in University of California, Berkeley, School of Law and B.A. in University of Oxford, St. Hilda’s College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Abigail runs in District of Columbia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Abigail's professional memberships and bar associations
District of Columbia LGBTQ+ Bar Association
membership
Locations
Abigail Burman's office in Washington
Abigail's primary office is at 401 9th St., NW, Suite 1001, Washington, DC, 20007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Abigail Burman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new consumer attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Abigail usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Abigail charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Abigail's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Abigail will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a consumer attorney in Washington, District of Columbia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many consumer matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Abigail
Abigail discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in consumer practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every consumer matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Abigail confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Abigail's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many consumer practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Abigail Burman
How much does it cost to hire Abigail for a consumer case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Abigail walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Abigail offer a free consultation?
Abigail charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Abigail's office. Some consumer attorneys offer free consults — check Abigail's current terms during booking.
How long do consumer cases in District of Columbia typically take?
Simple consumer matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Abigail gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Abigail take my case if I'm outside Washington?
Abigail is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Abigail will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Abigail?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Abigail will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Abigail accepting new consumer clients right now?
Abigail's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Consumer attorneys serving Washington and Belize City in District of Columbia
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