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Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Jessica Marchegiano, Esq., established JM Law, PLLC in 2019 to serve her existing clients and to provide comprehensive services to the clients of Cassaday & Company. JM Law, PLLC allows her to work collaboratively with families through all phases of their legacy planning. She has a special affinity for families with young children and enjoys the process of strategizing for their long-term benefit. With her strategic emphasis with families with special needs, she has served as an advisor to the Cancer Center Book Project (an affiliate of The Write-Away Group, a non-profit support program for cancer survivors in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area) and the Legacy Planning Advisory Committee of the Virginia Hospital Center Foundation.. Jessica Marchegiano has been practicing for more than 18 years, serving as a partner at Conway and Pannell PC since 2008. Many clients have been with her since 2001, when she brought a professional specialization in handling trust administration and probate issues as an associate with William Conway. Jessica graduated with honors from the University of Maryland School of Law, and was admitted to the Maryland bar and the Virginia Bar in 2002. She previously earned a paralegal certificate from the Georgetown University Legal Assistant Program and was employed in a Maryland attorney’s office for several years where she was responsible for ascertaining and valuing assets, funding trusts, initiating and overseeing estate and probate administration, and coordinating trust administration for client families. She was awarded a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC, in 1996.. Jessica is an accomplished speaker and is sought after by civic groups, women’s clubs, and organizations whose members wish to educate themselves regarding sophisticated approaches to estate planning especially for women at all stages of life. She resides in Sterling, Virginia with her two young daughters, taking an active part in the local community and her children’s school. You can often find her at soccer tournaments cheering them on.

Jessica Clark is a Spanish-speaking attorney focusing her practice in the areas of trust and estate administration and estate litigation, including beneficiary representation, guardian and conservatorships, fiduciary litigation, and estate disputes that arise during the course of administration.. Jessica has extensive general litigation experience in contract, business, and real estate litigation. She has experience advocating for her clients in both state and federal courts, mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeal. Jessica has also assisted clients with their transactional and corporate law needs, working with individual and corporate clients to manage their relationships with business partners, customers, venders, and other third-parties.

Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

I grew up in Virginia Beach and graduated from Kempsville High School.  I attended Old Dominion University where I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.   From there I decided to stay at Old Dominion University and work on my Master's Degree in Urban Studies & Planning because I was interested in how government could make people's lives better through adaptive reuse and redevelopment.. Upon obtaining my Master's Degree in Urban Studies & Planning I went to work for the City of Williamsburg as a Zoning Officer and helped the city manage a huge growth in real estate development in the late 1990's.. I graduated from the University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law in 2003.  I then had the good fortune of obtaining a year-long Clerkship with the Judges in the Circuit Court of the City of Portsmouth.   It was a great honor to work for such a great court and hard-working staff.. While working at the court I met many attorney's and members of the community and upon completion of my clerkship I entered private practice.. The primary focus of my practice has been on real estate and real estate finance issues connected to the financial collapse of mortgage banking industry.   I began representing real estate investors and developers as the economy grew in the mid-2000’s.   When the real estate bubble burst I helped those same individuals stabilize their real estate portfolios.   Since mid-2009 my firm has been at the vanguard of developing the law in Virginia on Loan Modifications and Foreclosure Defense.   I also handle a wide variety of civil matters including insurance matters, personal injury, wills and estates, business law and entity creation.. I believe in a fair and realistic outcome to most legal problems.   You will always get the truth from me- I will not tell you want to hear to take your money.. I have two beautiful children, Truman and Pippa.

Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Robert S. Bullock, Esq., CELA, CAP is the principal of the Elder & Disability Law Center and is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. His practice focuses in the areas of Medicaid planning and eligibility, public benefits, Life Care Planning and Management, guardianships, conservatorships, disability planning, supplemental needs trusts, estate planning and general legal issue of competency, insurance coverage, Medicare and Elder Law issues.  He is recognized as a Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation (CELA) is a member of the Counsel of Advanced Planners (CAP), Chairperson of the District of Columbia Senior Resource Group (DCSRG) and a former Director of Shared Horizons, the Vimer Pooled Trust in the District of Columbia. He recently completed his term as a Commissioner on the Virginia Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Commission. Previously he served as Chairperson of the Special Education Advisory Committee to the Alexandria, Virginia School Board for two terms and as a member of the Governor's Advisory Committee on Special Education for the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2004, 2006, 2009 and 2011 he was recognized as one of the top Elder Law attorneys in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area by the Washingtonian. He received the Education and Leadership Award from the Association of Retarded Citizens - Riggs Bank.  Mr. Bullock is qualified to serve as a guardian ad litem in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. In 2007, he served on the Estates, Trusts and Probate Committee of the District of Columbia Bar and was recognized by that Committee for, “his extraordinary contribution and dedicated leadership in the field of Elder Law.”  He also was recognized by the United States Department of Agriculture for his expertise in the field of Elder Law.  Mr. Bullock is an honors graduate of Lafayette College, and received his J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.  He is the only Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) practicing fulltime in the District of Columbia.

Hi, I'm Matthew.. I approach the practice of law with a focus on helping my clients understand an often complicated legal system. Working collaboratively allows me to anticipate my clients' needs, while also aiding my clients by providing them an informed view of all the potential dangers and rewards of each unique case. My primary practice areas are Divorce, Child Custody, Trusts & Wills and Bankruptcy. However, I also provide legal support for small businesses looking to incorporate, resolve disputes with employees or review potential contracts and business transactions.

I am a dedicated attorney based in Northern Virginia, with a practice focused exclusively on estate planning, elder law, and estate administration. My mission is to provide compassionate and comprehensive legal counsel to clients navigating complex estate and elder law issues.. Here’s how I can assist you:. Estate Planning: I offer customized estate planning services, including wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, and advance medical directives, ensuring your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected.. Long-Term Care Planning: I help clients explore alternatives to nursing homes and, when necessary, assist in protecting life savings from the high costs of skilled nursing care, alleviating the emotional and financial stress of placing a loved one in a facility.. Guardianship and Conservatorship: Through proactive estate planning, I help clients avoid guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. When these proceedings are unavoidable, I guide families through the process to obtain the necessary legal authority to care for their loved ones.. Special Needs Planning for the Disabled: I assist disabled individuals in securing health insurance and other essential benefits by qualifying for Medicaid and other government programs. I also help families plan and provide for disabled loved ones through wills and trusts.. Probate, Estate, and Trust Administration: I advise executors and administrators on post-mortem planning and the probate process in Virginia, ensuring estates are managed and settled efficiently and in accordance with the law.. General Aging and Disability Advice: I connect clients with local resources for aging and disability matters throughout Northern Virginia, offering holistic guidance and legal support tailored to the aging process.

William D. Ashwell is an attorney and principal at Ashwell & Ashwell, PLLC, in Warrenton, Virginia.  Practicing throughout Northern Virginia and the Piedmont region, Mr. Ashwell focuses primarily in civil and criminal litigation, domestic relations, wills and trusts and appellate advocacy.. A Fauquier County native, Mr. Ashwell is active in the community and is a board member of Experience Old Town Warrenton, the Fauquier SPCA, and the Fauquier Chamber of Commerce.

Sam D. Scholar brings 30 years of trial experience to a legal practice that serves clients throughout Fairfax, Arlington and Prince William counties in Virginia. Mr. Scholar’s clients include individuals, families, senior citizens and small businesses from all walks of life.. Mr. Scholar has frequently represented businesses and individuals in matters involving the I.R.S. as well as individuals and families concerned with Powers of Attorney and the rights of senior citizens.. Mr. Scholar graduated in 1979 from Duke with a JD and received a Master of Laws in Taxation in 1985 from Georgetown Law Center. His solo practice has been in Falls Church,VA since 1990.

Rebecca Geller is President/CEO of The Geller Law Group. She is a seasoned lawyer committed to providing affordable, high-quality legal services to businesses and families. In April 2015, The Washingtonian Magazine selected Rebecca as a “person we would like to have dinner with.” She has been in numerous tv interviews such as MSNBC Your Small Business and the Washington Business Report program to offer legal advice to entrepreneurs. Well known for her legal experience and activism, Rebecca was selected as a 2015 Rising Star Super Lawyer and was recognized by the Washington Post magazine for this award. In 2015, was interviewed by a multitude of news outlets including the WTOP Radio and The Washington Post for her leadership in drafting and successfully passing Virginia legislation that now makes it legal for a woman to breastfeed a child in public places. Rebecca is involved in the community as a lawyer and activist and regularly gives speeches and presentations to organizations and groups about legal issues impacting families, individuals, and business owners.. Before launching her own law firm in 2011, Rebecca worked as a corporate lawyer at a major international law firm representing Fortune 500 companies. Her experience is varied, including work with wills/trusts, corporate, trademark, family law, litigation, housing, political law, telecommunications, employment, and non-profits. Rebecca’s clients include families, individuals and businesses from all walks of life. She has vast experience working with businesses from all industries including restaurants, technology companies, internet start-ups, health and wellness businesses, medical practices, landscaping and home construction contractors, family care providers, media and communications firms, government contractors, mortgage companies, financial advisors, entertainment personalities, and everything in between.

Originally from the Hampton Roads / Tidewater area. Carolyn grew up in Chesapeake and has lived in Virginia for her entire life. She specializes in Business and Estate Planning and founded Bedi Legal P.C. as a way to provide the Hampton Roads community with quality legal solutions in a more personal way.

John M. Napier has vast experience working with developers, builders, investors, agents, landlords and tenants in all aspects of real estate, both in the residential and commercial realm. John’s focus on entrepreneurial endeavors, both in the legal and business realms, have resulted in him serving as advisor, attorney, and general counsel to businesses of all kinds, real estate developers, builders, and professionals. He is barred in Virginia and California—and also passed the New York bar, with admission pending.. The son of a Naval Aviator and grandson of a World War II veteran, John has spent significant time on both coasts, with many years in the Coastal Virginia area working with some of the largest real estate developers, investors, and brokers in the business, as well as representing new ventures and start up companies of all types. John also has significant international experience, working for a 100-year- old firm in London, England, and serving the Ugandan Judiciary in East Africa as the first Court Accredited Mediator in the history of Uganda. He has also served multiple non-profit organizations, both domestically and internationally.. After finishing his bachelor’s degree at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, and working for four years as a professional in the real estate development field, John returned to the west coast to matriculate at Pepperdine University School of Law, in Malibu, California, where he received his Juris Doctor and Master of Dispute Resolution. After law school, John spent a year mediating over 115 cases in the High Court of Uganda, Commercial Division. He then returned to Virginia, where his practice now encompasses real estate at every level, all manner of business matters—from formation to dissolution—negotiation, mediation, and arbitration of any type of dispute, serving non-profits with their legal needs, as well as matters relating to international development and the rule of law.. John loves music, film, and travel, as well as philosophical discourse of most any kind.

I am an attorney primarily focused on helping families in Virginia navigate the world of estate planning and elder law. With over 20 years of legal experience, I have been honored to represent individuals, businesses, and our wonderful community in a wide range of legal matters. Most recently, I had the privilege of serving as the Chief Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney for Fairfax County, a jurisdiction of around 1.2 million people. I have been named to SuperLawyers and I am Peer Review Rated as AV® Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell.. Having spent years representing clients in litigation, I understand the most valuable service a lawyer can provide is keeping their clients out of court. The court process is long, it is extremely expensive, and it is very stressful for clients. Moreover, regardless of an attorney’s talent, court outcomes are highly unpredictable given that human beings are involved in the decision-making process.. In some legal areas, such as criminal law, the case almost always starts with a court filing so avoiding court is not possible. However, with estate planning, avoiding court is entirely possible with proactive planning. Moreover, the cost savings and other benefits of avoiding court and probate are substantial – greatly exceeding the expense of planning.. As a parent myself, I understand the concerns that many people with young children share. Questions like, "What will the court do with my children if something happens to me today?" or "What other decisions will the court make for my family if I don't plan ahead?" or “What will happen to me and my affairs if I become incapacitated in an auto accident or have a medical emergency?” weigh heavily on the minds of parents. I'm here to help address these concerns and plan accordingly.. I also recognize that for those that are more senior, they may be facing a long-term care crisis. Seniors have a 70% chance of needing long-term care services and support in the final third of their life. However, the average cost of inpatient long-term care is between $10,000 and $12,000 a month, and Medicare does not cover any long-term care costs. Absent proactive planning, seniors needing long-term care are required by Medicaid rules to spend down their entire life savings to below $2,000 before Medicaid will cover any of the monthly cost. While some states exempt certain retirement assets from this spend down, Virginia does not.. While we will talk a lot about your home, and possibly your IRA, or other assets, at its core, estate planning is about retaining control over your future and the future of your loved ones.. Planning is about taking control and making sure that YOU, not a court or a third party, decides what happens if you become incapacitated, or to your children if you pass when they are minors.. It’s about making sure that the assets you have are immediately available (rather than tied up in court proceedings), and are not unnecessarily depleted (by court costs, appraisal fees, outside financial guardians, lawyers, etc.), in the event of your incapacity or death, and used fully to support the choices you make as to how you want to be cared for, and how you want your loved ones to be cared for.. On a personal note, I am a father of three children. What they bring to this experience for me is an awareness that planning is something you do for the people you love the most. You may or may not be the one to benefit from the plan we design, but your loved ones surely will. I am guessing that is why you are here. I look forward to talking with you about those people and how we can ensure that they are cared for and protected.

Experienced Estate attorney serving clients in United States and surrounding areas.

Mark L. Stevenson is a skilled attorney and short-sale negotiator barred in Virginia , North Carolina, and Michigan. Currently, his practice focuses on Real Estate, Estate Planning, and Business matters on the Peninsula.. Prior to joining Hanger Law, he spent three years processing and successfully negotiating short sales in some of the hardest hit regions of Michigan, including Flint and metro Detroit. Mark prides himself on facilitating deals with multiple parties to achieve positive results for clients.. A local, Mark graduated from Tallwood High School and went on to get a B.S. in Chemistry at Old Dominion University, graduating cum laude, and a J.D. from Regent Law.. Beyond loss mitigation, Mark brings a wealth of experience in family law, including issues such as divorces, post-divorce matters dealing with custody, child support, and parenting time, and also adoptions. Mark also has significant exposure to bankruptcy issues. He understands how bankruptcy interrelates with the short sale process and family law.. Mark is a member of the Newport News Bar Association and is a member of Coastal Community Church in Yorktown. You may also see him playing racquetball at Riverside Wellness Center.. Mark and his wife Rebecca have four boys and they reside in Newport News.. Mark enjoys serving his clients with excellence and adding value to their lives.

Geneva was born and raised in Wyoming. Her first training was as a certified nurse’s assistant in home health and hospice. After college she worked in higher education – student affairs and admissions. Geneva’s work at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts brought her out to the east coast, and Virginia is now home.. Geneva served as a circuit court law clerk her first year after law school. In 2007 she began her work in private practice and from the very beginning her interest and expertise has been estate planning and probate and trust administration. “It’s very satisfying helping individuals and families plan for or live through life’s transitions. These are tender issues to be sure, but the appreciation is well worth it – I’m an attorney who gets hugs from clients!” She started Promise Law in September 2014.. When she is not busy with Promise Law, Geneva spends time visiting with her family, singing (anywhere it’s tolerated but usually in her church choir) and even trying her hand at improv and stand up.