| About Rosewood |

The Rosewood Firm is a boutique litigation practice for individuals and small businesses needing Big Law power without the Big Law price. We deliver sophisticated advocacy and trial readiness with precision, discretion, and concierge-level attention.

The Firm’s model is intentionally niche and thoughtful. Rosewood takes a limited number of cases, builds lean teams, and ensures direct access to counsel. Clients can expect clear strategies, courtroom-ready filings, and transparent budgets that respect time and reputation.
Concierge Strategy. Discreet Execution. Decisive Results. Settlement-smart but trial-ready from day one. Serving clients across Washington, D.C. and Maryland.

Settlement-smart, trial-ready from day one

Quiet resolutions when possible.

Courtroom firepower when necessary.

Settlement-smart, trial-ready from day one.

Concierge Law

Approach: Personalized CounselFocus: High-Touch, Low-Volume

Every case is treated as singular, with a bespoke strategy and careful, disciplined follow-through.

Core Principles

Access: Direct to Decision-MakerPosture: Settlement-Smart, Trial-Ready

Clients receive proactive strategy memos, clear timelines, and courtroom-ready filings that protect both time and reputation.

Where We Serve

Jurisdictions: D.C. & MarylandScope: Individuals & Businesses

Dedicated to delivering precision, discretion, and decisive results in family, business, and criminal litigation.

| Attorney bio | MEAGHAN MIXON

Meaghan is the founder and managing attorney of The Rosewood Firm. She began her career inside D.C. Superior Court, rising from courtroom clerk to judicial assistant and trusted advisor to the Honorable Yvonne M. Williams, where she remained for nine years. After leaving chambers, she practiced at top AmLaw 50 firms, gaining six years of training that sharpened her trial and litigation skills.

Together, her chamber-level experience—paired with her six years of Big Law training—gives her rare fluency in how judges think, how cases move, and what truly persuades.
In her career, Meaghan has managed hundreds of matters across criminal, family, civil rights, and complex commercial litigation, and is skilled at every stage of trial preparation and negotiation. She also has national litigation experience at the federal and state level in jurisdictions spanning the country.
Clients turn to Meaghan when the stakes are personal and the timeline is tight—whether in contested custody, high-value business disputes, or criminal matters with reputational risk. Her style is strategic, direct, and results-driven: discreet settlements where possible, trial-ready advocacy when necessary.

| Attorney bio | MEAGHAN MIXON

Core Principles

Tailored Strategies | Trial-Ready Posture

Description: Personalized, not standardized—each case begins with a clean slate: goals, facts, risks, and outcomes mapped to a bespoke strategy. Clients work directly with Rosewood’s lead trial lawyer, not layers of intermediaries. Expect proactive updates, clear next steps, and fast turnaround on urgent issues.

● Discretion first: privacy protected, sealed filings where appropriate.

● Predictable economics: clear budgets, phased scopes, select flat fees.

● Trial-ready posture: smart settlements backed by courtroom strength.

How the Experience Works

From Mapping to Courtroom | Step by Step

Description: Intake isn’t paperwork—it’s strategy. Rosewood maps objectives, timelines, and pressure points, then delivers a bespoke strategy memo with key issues, evidence plan, risks, leverage, and a 30/60/90-day outlook. Each step is designed for clarity and momentum.

● Case Mapping & Strategy Memo: strategy-driven intake and clear client roadmap.

● Evidence & Experts: tailored teams with the right specialists for each case.

● Negotiation & Courtroom: leverage through persuasive briefing, precise motions, and trial readiness.

Why It Works

elective Caseload | Decisive Results

Description: Concierge law respects two scarce resources: time and attention. By staying selective and intentional, The Rosewood Firm delivers tailored strategies, discreet execution, and decisive results.

● Selective caseload ensures focus and quality.

● Intentional strategies built for each client.

● Decisive results through strength and discretion.

| Practice Areas |

Family Litigation

Focus: Custody, Divorce & Protective Orders

Jurisdictions: Washington, D.C. & Maryland

Description:

When your family—and your future—are on the line, you need a disciplined litigator who can move fast without breaking things that matter. Rosewood focuses on high-conflict custody disputes, relocation, allegations of abuse, protective orders, and co-parenting conflicts. Our approach combines early case theory, immediate evidence preservation, and collaboration with respected evaluators and forensic experts. We protect reputations, minimize collateral damage, and keep a trial plan ready if settlement stalls.

| Family Law |

Comprehensive Family Law Services

Explore Rosewood's full spectrum of family law services, from custody disputes to asset protection.

Our approach balances discretion with trial readiness to safeguard your future.

Divorce & Property Division

Protecting long-term goals

Streamlined uncontested divorces and disciplined litigation for contested cases. Equitable division for businesses, real estate, equity comp, and retirement assets.

Support & Agreements

Balancing fairness and stability

Temporary and final spousal support, guideline child support (including high-income), and prenuptial/postnuptial agreements to safeguard assets.

Mods & Orders

Adapting to life changes

Custody, support, and alimony modifications, contempt/enforcement actions, and handling of protective or civil orders for safety and stability.

Parentage & Emergency Relief

Safeguarding rights and futures

Parentage and paternity disputes, third-party custody claims, and urgent actions like TROs or emergency custody—backed by evidence preservation and fast prep.

| Practice Areas |

Criminal Litigation

Focus: Reputation, Liberty & Career

Jurisdictions: Washington, D.C. & Maryland

Description:

Criminal charges put reputation, liberty, and career at risk. Rosewood defends professionals, students, and everyday people in D.C. and Maryland with a proactive, trial-ready approach. From misdemeanors to complex investigations, we move early to shape the narrative, explore off-ramps, and press aggressively when litigation is the right path. Clients can expect clear strategy, discreet handling, and decisive courtroom advocacy.

| Practice Areas |

Business Litigation

Focus: Contracts, Fraud & Competition

Jurisdictions: Washington, D.C. & Maryland

Description:

Businesses can’t afford uncertainty or legal drift. Rosewood delivers Big-Law-caliber advocacy with boutique speed—protecting margins, momentum, and reputation when it matters most. We handle contract disputes, partnership breakdowns, fraud claims, and competition issues with disciplined strategy and courtroom readiness. Clients can expect rigorous case mapping, sharp discovery, persuasive briefing, and transparent budgets that keep the focus on results—not surprises.

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"When my bosses asked questions I didn’t fully understand, I turned to Meaghan. She quickly clarified the seriousness, guided me in preparing a statement, and gave me the confidence to walk into those meetings ready instead of scared."

— L.M., WHITE COLLAR DEFENSE CLIENT

"From our very first meeting, Meaghan made me feel like I was her top priority. She was responsive to my calls and made sure I understood every step of my case. The outcome was fantastic but I truly appreciated how she treated me with dignity and respect."

— T.L., CIVIL LITIGATION CLIENT

"Meaghan took a pro bono custody case with the Volunteer Legal Advocates, and I found her to be an experienced litigator and a kind and compassionate attorney."

— A.C., FAMILY LITIGATION CO-COUNSEL

"I had the privilege of working with Meaghan as co-counsel, and her expertise is unmatched. She anticipates challenges with insight, supports clients with empathy, and is, in every sense, a distinguished advocate."

— W.F., FAMILY LITIGATION CO-COUNSEL

"When my child’s father tried to change our custody order, Meaghan helped me defend myself in court. She made sure I understood what was happening and stood by me the whole way. When she joined the case I finally felt heard."

— K.D., FAMILY LITIGATION CLIENT

"Meaghan is an exceptional attorney to work with. She is as knowledgeable as she is kind. She's sharp with a real flare for litigation, and always provides thoughtful insights and practical solutions."

— W.W., COMMERCIAL LITIGATION CO-COUNSEL

"Meaghan gave me peace of mind during one of the hardest times of my life. She made sure I was protected and I’ll always be thankful for her support."

— ANONYMOUS, CPO CLIENT

"Working with Meaghan showed me what it means to be a true advocate. She’s approachable yet highly efficient, fully investing in each case so clients feel supported from start to finish."

— M.S., CIVIL LITIGATION COLLEAGUE