Abigail Beckman
Attorney
Washington,DC
Summary
Results-driven legal professional with robust background in litigation and legal consultation. Known for delivering high-quality legal advice and effectively managing case strategies. Strong collaborator committed to achieving favorable outcomes and adapting to dynamic legal environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
Beckman Legal LLC
Haymarket, VA
01.2026 - Current
- I operate a small solo immigration law practice, focusing on non-immigrant visas for athletes, coaches, and families. I provide remote and in-person legal services across multiple jurisdictions, including upcoming relocation to New York City. I maintain client-focused practice while pursuing additional service-oriented opportunities.
Associate Attorney
Pachuta & Kammerman PLLC
Fairfax, VA
10.2024 - 12.2025
- I represented clients in removal proceedings in front of EOIR (Executive Office of Immigration Review) and USCIS. I drafted and file applications for asylum, withholding of removal, and protection under the Convention Against Torture. I filed humanitarian based visas with USCIS and timely responded to RFE's (requests for evidence).
Public Defender I
Prince William County Office of the Public Defender
Manassas, VA
08.2022 - 10.2024
- I zealously advocated for those who cannot afford a lawyer and who are charged with misdemeanors and felonies in Prince William County. I drafted and filed motions and pleadings, litigated in front of judges at the General District and Circuit Court levels, negotiated with prosecutors, visited my clients in jail, ran sentencing guidelines, brainstormed with other attorneys in my office.
Screener
The Veterans Consortium
Washington, DC
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with attorneys who provided legal advice to veterans in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area regarding their VA benefits and referred them to organizations that could further assist them.
Intern
Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless
Washington, D.C.
01.2022 - 05.2022
- I worked with attorneys and unhoused individuals to advocate for rapid rehousing reform and solutions to family homelessness. I identified local housing budget issues in connection with utilizing budget surplus, the role that federal funds play in spending initiatives, and how effective reimbursement methods are. I attended monthly District of Columbia Housing Authority meetings and Fair Budget Coalition meetings.
Member Services & Facility Operations Lead
Athlete’s Addiction Strength and Speed
Manassas, Virginia
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Served as primary front-of-house lead, managing daily operations for a busy fitness facility while instructors ran programming.
Teacher
Colgan High School
Manassas, Virginia
01.2019 - 06.2019
- I curated my own curriculum and planned my own lessons. I taught sophomore and senior English literature, including works such as Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and George Orwell’s 1984.
Education
J.D. -
Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Washington, DC05-2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12-2018
Skills
- Legal writing
- Trial experience
- Case management
- Reviewing documents
- Legal research
- Legal advisory
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Attorney
Beckman Legal LLC
01.2026 - Current
Associate Attorney
Pachuta & Kammerman PLLC
10.2024 - 12.2025
Public Defender I
Prince William County Office of the Public Defender
08.2022 - 10.2024
Intern
Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless
01.2022 - 05.2022
Screener
The Veterans Consortium
11.2021 - 05.2022
Member Services & Facility Operations Lead
Athlete’s Addiction Strength and Speed
01.2019 - 06.2019
Teacher
Colgan High School
01.2019 - 06.2019
J.D. -
Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
West Virginia University