Amy E. Norris

Amy E. Norris serves as a senior estate planning and probate attorney at the Washington, D.C., office of the Norris Law Group. Her professional competence encompasses a comprehensive array of areas, including:

• Business law
• Real estate
• Probate litigation
• Consumer protection litigation
• Estate planning and administration
• Trust and wills
• Foreclosure defense

At the very heart of Ms. Norris' professional ethos lies a steady commitment to foreclosure defense, wherein she provides invaluable legal aid to homeowners endeavoring to protect their homes from foreclosure. She has consistently demonstrated her ability to guide many clients to successful resolutions within the district. In this pursuit, she upholds consumer rights, promotes minority homeownership and acts as a vital safeguard against the looming threat of homelessness.

Ms. Norris graduated from The George Washington University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts and earned her Master of Arts degree from The Pennsylvania State University in 2009. She furthered her education by enrolling in the University of Oregon School of Law, where she obtained her J.D. in 2013. Within a year of her legal education, she achieved her license to practice law in Washington, D.C.

A highly esteemed member of the legal society, Ms. Norris boasts strong affiliations with organizations such as the Women's Bar Association of the District of Columbia, the Washington Council of Lawyers and the American Bar Association. Also, she serves as a board member of the U.S. Fund for UNICEF – D.C. Board. Notably, she has consistently earned a 10.0 "Superb" rating on Avvo.

Prior to establishing her firm, Ms. Norris served at the Department of Justice (DOJ) in the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia. During her tenure at the DOJ, she diligently prosecuted cases, adeptly representing the U.S. government in numerous hearings and presiding over two trials. She also gained experience in prominent law firms and contributed to the community by working at the Neighborhood Legal Services Program.

Preceding her tenure at the DOJ, Ms. Norris concentrated on litigation for small and large businesses. With significant knowledge of energy litigation, she played a pivotal role in successfully defending a substantial $482 million claim for termination costs. Additionally, she possesses noteworthy experience in real estate litigation, where she represented businesses and homeowners in contract disputes, achieving substantial settlements for her clients.

In her current role, Ms. Norris derives immense fulfillment from the opportunity to assist her clients through the intricate legal procedures, primarily serving as a beacon of support for those grappling with the complexities that ensue following the loss of a family member or cherished individual.