Ilona Ely Grenadier, Family Law Attorney in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA
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Ilona Ely Grenadier is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Family Law.
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- Alexandria, VIRGINIA
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- attorney
- Known for
- Family Law
- Handles Family Law matters from Alexandria, VIRGINIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
About Ilona Ely Grenadier: Ilona Ely Grenadier is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Family Law.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Ilona takes on
Ilona concentrates on family law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ilona handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Family Law cases in Alexandria, Virginia
Ilona takes family law matters in Alexandria, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ilona agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Ilona Ely Grenadier — family law lawyer in Alexandria
Ilona Ely Grenadier is an attorney based in Alexandria, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Family Law.
Ilona Ely Grenadier
- Position: Partner. Founding Partner
- Background: Born, Baltimore, Maryland, May 18, 1940; admitted to Virginia Bar in 1968.
- Education: Mount Holyoke College (B.A., 1962); George Washington University (J.D., cum laude, 1967). Order of the Coif.
- Member: Alexandria, Fairfax, Virginia and American (Member, Family Law Section) Bar Associations; Virginia State Bar; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association; American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers; International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers.
- Honors: Listed in Best Lawyers in America since inception. Listed Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers. AV Rated Martindale Hubbell. Listed in Washingtonian Magazine's Best Divorce Lawyers
- Practice Areas: Family Law; Domestic Relations; Divorce; Custody & Visitation; Child Support; Alimony; Equitable Distribution; Premarital Agreements; Marital Agreements; Post Nuptial Agreements; Name Changes; Stepchild adoption; and other matters involving family issues.
- E-mail Address: igrenadier@vafamilylaw.com; Telephone: 703 683 9000
- Offices in Virginia: Alexandria City, Reston (Fairfax County) and Loudoun County, Virginia; practices in Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Loudoun, Fauquier, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg, Charlottesville, and other areas in Virginia
- Experienced attorney with an excellent reputation for success in both mediating and litigating domestic disputes.
Ilona's approach to family law cases
Ilona Ely Grenadier Position: Partner. Founding Partner Background: Born, Baltimore, Maryland, May 18, 1940; admitted to Virginia Bar in 1968. Education: Mount Holyoke College (B.A., 1962); George Washington University (J.D., cum laude, 1967). Order of the Coif. Member: Alexandria, Fairfax , Virginia and American (Member, Family Law Section) Bar Associations; Virginia State Bar; Virginia Trial…
The kind of cases Ilona takes
Ilona reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law matters in Alexandria and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
George Washington University
— · 1967
Ilona studied at — in George Washington University.
Law school and academic background
Ilona completed — in George Washington University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ilona runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Ilona has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026).
Locations
Ilona Ely Grenadier's office in Alexandria
Ilona's primary office is at 100 North Pitt Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ilona Ely Grenadier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ilona usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ilona charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilona'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; Ilona will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a family law attorney in Alexandria, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law 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 Ilona
Ilona discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every family law 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. Ilona confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ilona's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ilona Ely Grenadier
How much does it cost to hire Ilona for a family law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ilona walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ilona offer a free consultation?
Ilona charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ilona's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Ilona's current terms during booking.
How long do family law cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple family law 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. Ilona gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ilona take my case if I'm outside Alexandria?
Ilona is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ilona 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 Ilona?
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. Ilona will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ilona accepting new family law clients right now?
Ilona's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Family Law attorneys serving Alexandria, Richmond and Arlington in Virginia
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