Attorneys For F.A.I.

Kellisia Hazlewood, Esq., LL.M.

Attorney Kellisia Hazlewood, affectionately known as Attorney Akosua, is a seasoned family law attorney with a strong focus on advocating for fathers’ rights. Licensed to practice in New York and Virginia, she is a managing partner of Hazlewood Lawrence Law Firm, where she passionately champions the often-overlooked rights of fathers in custody, visitation, matrimonial, and family offense cases. Attorney Kellisia is deeply committed to addressing the marginalization of fathers in family court and ensuring they have a fair opportunity to maintain meaningful relationships with their children.

Her passion for advocating for fathers stems from the absence of her own father during her upbringing. Growing up without her dad was a painful experience, and she is determined to prevent any child from enduring the feelings she faced. This personal journey fuels her dedication to ensuring that fathers have the opportunity to be present in their children’s lives.

Attorney Kellisia has garnered numerous accolades, including being recognized as a Top 10 Family Law Attorney in New York and a Top 100 Attorney in the United States. She was also named one of the Top 40 Under 40 Attorneys in the State of New York in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Her firm has offices in New York, Virginia, Michigan, and plans to expand to Georgia and internationally in Ghana, with further expansion plans across Africa.

Beyond her legal practice, Attorney Kellisia is an avid traveler, having explored over 23 countries and counting. She is a passionate reader and a praise and worship leader. Her unwavering commitment to justice and community service has cemented her reputation as a dedicated advocate for fathers.

Ra’Nesha Lawrence, Esq.

Ra’Nesha Lawrence is a dedicated attorney licensed in New York and Michigan and the Co-Founder of Hazlewood Lawrence PLLC, where she specializes exclusively in Father’s Rights and Matrimonial Law. Her areas of expertise include divorce, custody, visitation, child protective proceedings, and domestic violence cases, providing a comprehensive approach to protecting fathers’ interests.

With a strong commitment to advocating for fathers unfairly treated by the legal system, Ra’Nesha’s passion is deeply rooted in her experiences prosecuting child abuse and neglect cases in New York City, where she witnessed the challenges and biases faced by minority fathers in Family Court. It is both her passion and purpose to relentlessly advocate for fathers and help maintain their place in their children’s lives.

Recognized among the top professionals in her field, Ra’Nesha has been awarded the Child Advocacy Award, Top 40 Under 40 in New York, Top 10 Family Law Attorney in New York, and Top 100 Family Law Attorney nationwide. Ra’Nesha recently became a published author with her first book entitled Tipping the Scales where she transparently shares her story in efforts to encourage and inspire others. In addition to fighting for fathers in court she spends time outside of court educating fathers of their rights in workshops and seminars as well as appearing as a guest on podcasts. When Ra’Nesha is not making a difference in the lives of fathers she is spending time with her fiancé and children and serving in ministry at her local church.