Guardianship lawyers in Virginia Angela Griffith to Rebecca Geller

Firm: The Law Office of Angela M. Griffith, PLC

4084 University Drive , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate

222 Central Park Avenue, Suite 1450 , Virginia Beach , Virginia 23462

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Elder Law, Trusts, Guardianship

700 N. Fairfax Street, Suite 220 , Alexandria , Virginia 22314

Practice Areas: Trusts, Power Of Attorney, Wills, Guardianship, Probate

Firm: MMG Law, PLLC

11350 Random Hills Road , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Family, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate, Trusts, Wills, Prenuptials, Alimony, Litigation, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Estate Planning

Since being admitted to the Virginia State Bar, Molly Garrett's practice has focused solely on estate planning and administration, domestic relations, and family law matters. Ms. Garrett represents clients in the Circuit Courts and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts in the Northern Virginia area.. On the estate planning side, Ms. Garrett has extensive experience in estate planning, including preparation of trusts, wills, powers of attorneys, special needs trusts and the like as well as more complex estate planning for high asset families including Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRAT), Residence Trusts, Charitable Remainder UniTrusts (CRUT) and Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLAT). She also has assisted families in handling guardianship and conservatorship matters.. Ms. Garrett is a graduate of George Mason University and received her Juris Doctor from Pace University School of Law, in White Plains, New York. She is admitted to practice law in Virginia and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.. Ms. Garrett is an active member of the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (VAELA),the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML), the Fairfax County Bar Association, the Alexandria Bar Association and the Virginia Women's Attorneys Association (where she is the past President of the Northern Virginia Chapter 2016-2017 and previously served as Secretary and Judicial Chair for many years). She previously served as the Chair of the Family Law Section of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.. She is a Top Lawyer according to the Washingtonian Magazine and Nothern Virginia Magazine.. In 2016, Ms. Garrett was inducted as member of Ten Leaders - Matrimonial and Divorce Law, Age 45 & Under. Ms. Garrett has also been included in the Top 50 Women Virginia Super Lawyers List and has been designated as a Top Rated Attorney in Super Lawyers® every year since 2014.. Ms. Garrett has authored many articles including those which have been published in the Virginia Family Law Quarterly published by the Family Law Section of Virginia State Bar, Virginia Lawyers Weekly and Fairfax Woman Magazine.. Ms. Garrett has organized, prepared and hosted Continuing Legal Education classes for many organizations including the Fairfax Bar Association and the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.. Ms. Garrett is a member of the Old Dominion Boat Club in the City of Alexandria, Virginia.

Firm: BotkinRose Plc

3190 Peoples Dr , Harrisonburg , Virginia 22801

Practice Areas: Litigation, Employment, Guardianship

Michael focuses his practice on civil litigation and employment law. Michael has an earned reputation as a skilled litigator having tried jury and bench trials in both state in federal court in a variety of matters. Examples of Michael’s litigation experience include the following:. Michael offers legal insight and practical advice to local businesses and non-profits on employment matters. In addition to several speaking engagements to local business groups, Michael taught a Masters level course on Employment Law and Labor Relations at Bridgewater College.. Regardless of the type of matter, Michael aims to provide high-quality client-centered service to his clients, including clear advice and accessibility.

1226 Progressive Drive , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce, Guardianship, Wills

Firm: Oast & Taylor PLC

277 Bendix Road , Virginia Beach , Virginia 23452

Practice Areas: Guardianship

Brad Brickhouse adds significant talent to the Oast & Taylor team and shows his commitment to our community by serving every client with a clear focus of their personal goals in mind. His primary areas of practice include Elder Law, Guardianships and Conservatorships, Financial Abuse, Estate and Trust Disputes, and Will Contests.

Firm: McCandlish & Lillard

201 Loudoun Street, S.E., Suite 201 , Leesburg , Virginia 20175

Practice Areas: Guardianship

Firm: Kondori & Moorad, LLP

4085 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 201 , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Guardianship

Firm: ReavesColey, PLLC

555 Belaire Avenue , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation, Guardianship

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.

Firm: The Law Office of Aubrey Carew Sizer PLLC

6564 Loisdale Court, Suite 600 , Springfield , Virginia 22150

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Elder Law

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.

Firm: Carrell Blanton Ferris & Associates, PLC

7275 Glen Forest Dr. Suite 310 , Richmond , Virginia 23226

Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship

Jeremy L. Pryor is a Principal attorney at the law firm Carrell Blanton Ferris & Associates, PLC, located in Richmond, Virginia. He serves as the chair of the elder law section of the firm. His areas of practice include elder law, estate planning and incapacity-related litigation.As an empathetic and fierce advocate for his clients’ rights, Mr. Pryor concentrates on securing Medicaid coverage for nursing home care needs and safeguarding assets from the costs of long-term care. In addition, he helps clients become guardians and conservators through court proceedings.Mr. Pryor received his undergraduate degree, cum laude, from James Madison University. He went on to pursue his legal studies at Regent University's School of Law and obtained his Juris Doctor cum laude in 2007. While in law school, he served as the Executive Editor of the Law Review.Actively affiliated with the legal community, Mr. Pryor has memberships in the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and ElderCounsel.Additionally, Mr. Pryor graduated from the Richmond Christian Leadership Institute and was a board member of the Virginia Guardianship Association. He has a 10/10 Avvo score.Mr. Pryor often presents on elder law-related topics to local community associations and edits The Senex, the firm's bimonthly journal for senior professionals in the field.

652 Independence Pkwy., Ste. 120 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family, Guardianship

James E. Short is a skilled lawyer who has over 30 years of experience. His practice is focused on a wide range of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases as well as DUI defense, family law and personal injury. As a former prosecutor, James E. Short, provides a unique perspective to assess your legal needs. He is committed to providing the highest level of service at an affordable price and fighting for the rights of his client. His successful track record has earned him the recognition of his colleagues and clients alike. Please call the office at to schedule an appointment.

Firm: Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Sutter & Leischner, PLLC

616 N. Washington Street , Alexandria , Virginia 22314

Practice Areas: Probate, Estate Planning, Corporate, Guardianship

Gretchyn Meinken is a partner at Wade Grimes Friedman Meinken & Leischner. She grew up in a U.S. Army family, living in Germany for the majority of her childhood. She moved to the Washington, D.C. Metro area after completing a Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Alabama in 2000. Ms. Meinken now calls Alexandria, Virginia home after residing here since 2001 (her longest stint in any one place).. Ms. Meinken focuses her practice on estate planning and administration, as well as general corporate law and taxation. She represents individuals, estates, trusts, partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations.. Ms. Meinken advises clients on the following types of matters:

Firm: Layman's Law, Plc

100 S. Main St. , Bridgewater , Virginia 22812

Practice Areas: Guardianship

Firm: McCandlish & Lillard

11350 Random Hills Road , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship, Trusts, Probate, Wills, Medicaid & Medicare

Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation (NELF), Elizabeth has demonstrated her expertise in elder law and special needs law for nearly 20 years. Elizabeth focuses her practice in the areas of estate planning, elder law, special needs planning, guardianships, and the administration of estates. She provides experience, compassion and a meticulous attention to details in all of her work. This includes the drafting of trusts (including special needs trusts, pet trusts, trusts to minimize income taxes and capital gains), wills, powers of attorney, medical powers of attorney (also known as advance medical directives), and other succession planning documents. Elizabeth has the experience to find solutions to each client’s individual needs rather than simply using forms or other “boiler plate” materials. She has developed a reputation among her peers in the legal community as the “go to” person in the areas of elder law and special needs planning.. In addition, Elizabeth is a member of the Special Needs Alliance – an invitation-only nationwide attorney organization. She is a Past-President and the 2011 recipient of the “Outstanding Member” award of the Virginia chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA); a member of NAELA’s invitation-only Council of Advanced Practitioners; and former co-chair of three different sections of the Fairfax County Bar Association. She is a current member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association and sits on the Board of Directors of Brain Injury Services.. Her other accolades include: AV® Preeminent™ ranking by Martindale-Hubbell and a “Superb” rating on AVVO. Elizabeth has been listed in Best Lawyers of America each year since 2012, an honor given to only 5% of attorneys; a recipient of the Influential Women of Virginia class of 2012; a SuperLawyer in Elder Law for Virginia and Washington, D.C. each year since 2009. Named in Washingtonian Magazine among the top elder law attorneys in the Washington, D.C. area since 2009; and listed in Northern Virginia Magazine among the top elder law attorneys in the Northern Virginia area since 2011. Additionally, in 2015 Elizabeth was recognized by her legal peers as “Lawyer of the Year” in Elder Law for Metropolitan DC in U.S. News and World Report’s “Best Lawyers – 2015” guide.. The award she is most proud of is the “Legal Assistance Distinguished Service Award” from the American Bar Association for helping victims of the September 11 attacks.. Quoted in such publications as MSN Money and The Washington Post, Elizabeth provides frequent educational seminars for the public and helps fellow attorneys hone their skills by teaching Continuing Legal Education classes (CLE).. Elizabeth Gray has been practicing law since 1996. She is a member of the bar of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Rather than going to a typical law school, Liz is a Virginia “law reader.” Under the law reader program, the student apprentices with an attorney under the guidelines issued by the Virginia Supreme Court and at the end of the program the student is eligible to take the Virginia Bar Examination. This unique way of obtaining her legal education has given her a down to earth attitude and an approachable style.. When she is not working, you can find Elizabeth watching her teenage son play soccer, reading, jogging, or just spending time with her family – her son, husband, and their beloved Weimaraner, Casper. A little-known fact: Elizabeth is a former professional violinist, having played with the Binghamton Symphony Orchestra and the Binghamton Pops.

Firm: Slovensky Divorce & Family Law

4320 Brambleton Ave. , Roanoke , Virginia 24018

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce, Litigation, Child Custody, Business, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianship, Child Support, Probate, Wills, Trusts

Devon Slovensky scours the law for untraditional resolutions to complex legal matters, and is always prepared to fight in the courtroom for her clients.

Firm: The Law Office of Christopher G. Findlater, PLLC

Mailing Address: 11654 Plaza America Drive #607 , Reston , Virginia 20190

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accident, Guardianship, Motorcycle Accident, Dog Bite

Prior to starting The Law Office of Christopher G. Findlater, PLLC, Chris worked for the trial division of Nationwide Insurance™, a Fortune 100 ™ insurance company. As a Nationwide Insurance trial attorney for several years, his primary focus was car accident cases. He defended individuals and companies from lawsuits, and as a subrogation attorney, filed lawsuits against individuals and companies. Subsequently, Chris worked for a period of time at a national insurance defense law firm, where he handled a variety of cases that included complex personal injury, premises liability, and other general liability matters.. Chris now brings his passion, experience, and insight as to how lawsuits work, from both adversarial positions, to every case, in his fight to accomplish great results for his clients at The Law Office of Christopher G. Findlater.. The Law Office of Christopher G. Findlater is a law firm that represents people, who were injured or damaged as a result of the negligence of others. We seek to make people whole again, by securing the relief and justice they deserve through negotiation and the court system. The Law Office of Christopher G. Findlater, or sometimes referred to as the Findlater Law Firm, also views it as a privilege to serve as guardian ad litem, when appointed by the Court to serve in such capacity.. Contact Us. Meetings by Appointment Only.

Firm: Law Office of Brandon G. Hudson

P.O. Box 1845 , Halifax , Virginia 24558

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Guardianship, Power Of Attorney

A native of Halifax County, VA, Hudson graduated from the University of Virginia with an undergraduate degree in Political and Social Thought.  Later he was awarded the Juris Doctor from UVA Law School.  Hudson joined the Virginia state bar in 1993.  He opened his current practice in Halifax, VA, in 2003.. Hudson specializes in estate planning.  Services include drafting wills, trusts and other estate planning documents, counseling businesses who need to put a succession plan in place, assisting families in obtaining guardianship or conservatorship for a disabled person, establishing trusts to protect assets, and making sure that we have adequate plans in place to protect our pets.. Hudson also holds a Divinity degree and has served as a hospital chaplain.  He understands that there is frequently more to estate planning than legal concepts; we have to discern our values and concerns and deal with them in an appropriate and respectful manner.. Additionally, he enjoys serving as a director of Mecklenburg Electric Cooperative, has appeared onstage with Halifax County Little Theater, and loves to sing.

Firm: The Geller Law Group

4000 Legato Rd , Fairfax , Virginia 22033

Practice Areas: Business, Family, Estate Planning, LLC, Divorce, Corporate, Election Campaign, M & A, Partnership, Guardianship, Trusts, Wills, Trademark Application

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.