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Overview
Andrellos C. Mitchell is the principal of Apex Legal Services, PLLC, a Washington, D.C.–based law practice serving individuals, professionals businesses, and organizations in civil litigation and related legal matters.
Mr. Mitchell began his legal career after being admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1994 and was subsequently admitted to the District of Columbia Bar in 2001. He founded his private law practice in 1997, which continues today as Apex Legal Services, PLLC.
With nearly three decades of legal experience, Mr. Mitchell has represented hundreds of clients in matters involving civil litigation, higher education commercial and residential real estate disputes, federal employment law government investigations and audits, probate and estate litigation, contracts mediation, arbitration, and small-business matters.
Mr. Mitchell has litigated matters in state and federal courts and has represented clients in cases involving major national and international law firms. His practice emphasizes practical legal analysis, direct client communication, and efficient resolution of disputes whenever possible.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Mitchell is a writer and publisher whose legal and public-affairs commentary has appeared in or been cited by national, regional and local media.
Experience
Mr. Mitchell founded his private law practice in 1997. Apex Legal Services, PLLC continues that practice today. Throughout his career, Mr. Mitchell has represented clients in a broad range of civil matters, from discrete contractual and transactional disputes to contested litigation in state and federal courts.
From 2007 through 2015, Mr. Mitchell served as Court-Appointed Counsel in the Probate Division of the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. In that capacity he represented parties in guardianship, conservatorship, probate, and estate matters.
Earlier in his professional career, Mr. Mitchell worked as a Fraud Examiner for the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities, and Banking (DISB) where his work involved matters concerning insurance fraud.
His early legal experience also included service as a Law Clerk with the American Civil Liberties Union's National Prison Project and as a Legal Intern with the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia.
Areas of Practice
Mr. Mitchell's practice includes matters involving:
Civil Litigation
Contract Disputes
Commercial and Residential Real Estate
Federal Employment Matters
Government Investigations and Audits
Probate and Estate Litigation
Mediation and Arbitration
Small Business Matters
Limited Criminal Matters, where appropriate
Representative Experience
Mr. Mitchell's experience has included:
Representing individuals, professionals, and businesses in civil litigation and contractual disputes.
Handling commercial and residential real estate disputes.
Representing clients in federal employment-related matters.
Representing parties in probate, guardianship, conservatorship, and estate proceedings.
Advising and representing clients responding to government investigations, inquiries, and audits.
Representing clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
Litigating matters involving opposing counsel from major national and international law firms.
Advising individuals and small businesses concerning contracts, disputes, negotiations, and potential litigation.
Credentials
Education
University of the District of Columbia - David A. Clarke School of Law Doctor of Law
University of the District of Columbia Master of Arts, Adult Education Concentration: Administration & Supervision
Frostburg State University Bachelor of Science, Social Work
Bar Admission
District of Columbia
Court Admissions
Supreme Court of the United States
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland
U.S. Tax Court
Honors & Recognition
Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Award — Silver, 2026
Martindale-Hubbell Client Champion Award — Silver, 2024
Avvo Rating: 8.6/10
Washington Lawyer Magazine, Featured on the cover of January/February 2023 edition.
Expertise.com — Best Real Estate Lawyers in Washington, D.C., 2022
Expertise.com — Best Probate Lawyers in Washington, D.C., 2022
Media & Publications
In addition to practicing law, Mr. Mitchell has written extensively about law, courts politics, public policy, sports, and culture. His commentary and opinion writing has appeared in national, regional, and local publications.
Interviews & Profiles
Washington Lawyer Magazine — Featured Cover Profile and Interview District of Columbia Bar, January/February 2023
Michael Wilbon, The Washington Post — “Youngsters Ignore Heat, Run Hard” June 29, 1980 — Interviewed and quoted as a 15-year-old Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) track athlete and member of Washington’s record-breaking 440-yard relay team while competing in the Hershey’s national track and field youth program.
Media Quotes & Citations
Mr. Mitchell has been quoted, cited, or consulted by media outlets including:
Newsweek
HuffPost
Yahoo
The Washington Times
The Washington Examiner
The Epoch Times
NTD News
Cybernews
The New Stack
TechRound
TechGig
Quill Magazine
Mr. Mitchell's commentary and opinion writing has appeared in publications including:
The Baltimore Sun
The Washington Times
The Washington Informer
The Baltimore Afro-American Newspapers
The Daily Caller
The Baltimore Post-Examiner
New York Daily News
Selected Legal Commentary & Publications In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Mitchell has written extensively on law, courts constitutional rights, and issues affecting individuals and families. His legal commentary and analysis have appeared in established regional and national publications. Selected articles include:
Mr. Mitchell is the founder and publisher of The Mitchell Report Media, LLC, an independent news, commentary, and analysis platform covering law, courts, politics, public affairs, sports, entertainment, and culture. The Mitchell Report Media, LLC
His legal background informs his commentary on litigation, constitutional issues civil and criminal law, government, public policy, and other matters at the intersection of law and public affairs.
Professional Background
Before entering private legal practice, Mr. Mitchell worked in social services and the education field. His multidisciplinary professional background includes law, social work, government investigations, and adult education.
This experience provides Mr. Mitchell with a broader perspective when representing clients whose legal disputes involve professional, financial, family governmental, or institutional concerns.
Athletics & Personal Interests
Mr. Mitchell was an NCAA Division III Track and Field All-American (1986) and Penn Relays gold medalist (1984) while at Frostburg State College, now Frostburg State University. He was also a four-time All-Ohio Athletic Conference track and field champion while attending Mount Union College, now the University of Mount Union, earning All-OAC Champion honors in the indoor 600-yard dash, indoor mile relay, outdoor 400-meter dash, and outdoor mile relay in 1983. His outdoor mile-relay team won the conference title, and he was a member of Mount Union's indoor and outdoor OAC championship teams that year.
While at Frostburg State, Mr. Mitchell pledged Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and later served as vice president of his college chapter.
Outside of his professional work, Mr. Mitchell has wide-ranging interests that include running and fitness, dining, film, opera, classical music, and the arts. He particularly enjoys thoughtful conversation and the exchange of ideas on politics, culture, entertainment, religion, and the social issues shaping contemporary life.
Commitment to Public Service
Apex Legal Services is proud to support individuals who serve their communities, including educators, law-enforcement officers, firefighters, EMS personnel, active-duty military personnel, veterans, federal, state, and local government employees and union members.
As a professional courtesy, reduced legal fees may be available to qualified clients. Please visit the Consultation & Fees page for additional information.
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Apex Legal Services, PLLC is a Washington, D.C.–based law practice serving clients throughout the District of Columbia.
Consultations are available by appointment via telephone, Zoom, Google Meet, or when appropriate, in person.
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Apex Legal Services, PLLC is a virtual law practice based in Washington, D.C. serving clients throughout the District of Columbia.
Consultations are available by appointment via telephone, Zoom, Google Meet, or, when appropriate, in person.