Family First Law Group

Family First Law Group, LLP operates as a 100% women-owned firm with over 35 years of combined experience in family law, estate planning, business law, mediation, and collaborative divorce. Established five years ago with seven employees, this practice specializes in guiding clients through significant life transitions with comprehensive legal support.

The firm operates under the leadership of managing partner Shannon Kroeger, who works alongside partners Katelin Moomau and Natalie Page. Operating as a women-led organization means having contributions recognized and valued proportionally to effort while ensuring intelligence is taken seriously.

The partners leverage their economic power to choose female-led service providers and actively support causes benefiting women and children, including the Campagna Center and Center for Alexandria’s Children.

The firm confronts gender bias challenges — for example, service providers incorrectly assume their seasoned male attorney holds the decision-making authority. They encounter perceptions requiring more experience for honors readily granted to younger men and sometimes receive offers for committee role offers rather than board positions. These obstacles demand extra energy to redirect conversations and focus that time on client service.

Community support encompasses comprehensive mentorship programs, hiring female interns, and active leadership roles. Kroeger served on the Northern Virginia Women Attorneys Association and mentored through Mount Vernon High School’s Law Initiative for Girls. Moomau led the Campagna Center board for 10 years, serves as the Alexandria Chamber’s first female general counsel, and participates on multiple boards including Alexandria Stylebook. The firm also sponsors the Women’s Leadership Forum and provides annual support to women-focused nonprofits.

Recent accomplishments include Moomau’s appointment to the Center for Alexandria’s Children’s board, enhancing her advocacy for abuse victims. Kroeger earned recognition as a Super Lawyer in 2025. She was also named one of Virginia Business magazine’s legal elite.