Ribbon Cutting with the City of Fairfax
Cutting the Ribbon: (L-R) Fairfax EDA Chris Bruno, Mayor Catherine Read, firm Legal Administrative Assistants Farah Hamdan and Jennifer Wetzel, Paralegal Linda Lu, Founding Partners Crystal Kramer and Mazin Elias, and Partners Alfredo Acin and Theodora Stringham
Kramer Elias officially launched its new firm offices with a ribbon-cutting ceremony coordinated by the City of Fairfax Economic Development Authority (EDA). EDA CEO Chris Bruno and Assistant Director of Programs, Tara Borwey were on hand to welcome the Firm to the City’s vibrant business community.
City Mayor Catherine Read spoke to a packed group of Kramer Elias’ supporters about the importance of the role of attorneys in maintaining the rule of law while thanking founding partners Mazin Elias and Crystal Kramer for choosing the City when starting the Firm. “Our country is built on the rule of law…today is a moment to reflect on people who have chosen this as their career and how our community, and our state, and our country depend on good attorneys,” Mayor Read said.
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Mr. Acin represents executives and entrepreneurs, as well as their families and businesses, in resolving legal issues that touch all areas of their professional and personal lives. Whether the matter concerns divorce and custody disputes, or disputes over contract issues or collection of debts and judgments, through corporate governance or shareholder disputes, or employment law matters, Mr. Acin is able to assist clients with navigating these complex matters in advance of and during contested court proceedings.
Mazin Elias is the co-founder of Kramer Elias, PLLC, where his entrepreneurial spirit and legal expertise together have driven the firm’s growth and success. With nearly two decades of experience, Mazin has built a reputation as an expert on landlord-tenant laws in Virginia. He serves as a trusted legal advocate and advisor for his clients in the multifamily housing industry across Northern Virginia. His innovative approach and dedication to client service have been instrumental in shaping the firm's reputation for excellence.
Crystal Kramer is the founder of Kramer Elias, PLLC, where her leadership and strategic thinking have shaped the firm into a trusted partner for clients navigating complex legal challenges. With a strong background in real estate litigation, landlord-tenant disputes, and civil litigation, Crystal brings a wealth of experience and a client-centered approach to every case.
Theodora Stringham focuses her practice on bringing solutions-oriented representation and zealous advocacy to complex issues impacting individuals, organizations, and businesses. Ms. Stringham’s approach focuses on understanding clients’ concerns and providing them with thorough and detail-oriented approaches/options to advance their goals. She has been recognized for her advocacy, providing counseling and litigation support for a wide variety of Real Estate and Labor and Employment concerns.