Probate lawyers in Virginia Michael Vanderpool to Shannon Laymon-Pecoraro

Firm: Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, P.C.

9200 Church Street, Suite 400 , Manassas , Virginia 20110

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Construction , Corporate , Land Use & Zoning, Probate , Real Estate , Trusts, Zoning, Planning & Land Use, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business

Michael Vanderpool is a shareholder and founder of Vanderpool, Frostick & Nishanian, and has been practicing law for over forty years. Michael is an attorney who is also a businessman, who believed in starting a law firm that provided its clients with a measure of high ranking professionalism and expertise. Michael’s numerous years of experience and knowledge have made him into one of the most successful attorneys in the area, and his goal is to provide consistent results and solutions for each and every client, allowing them to thrive.. In addition to his legal practice, Michael is also an adjunct Professor at George Mason University teaching in the Real Estate Entrepreneurship Masters Program. He has won numerous awards and honors, such as Virginia’s Business’ “Legal Elite”, as well as graduating Phi Beta Kappa, and Cum Laude. Michael has remained deeply invested in the community, serving on numerous boards over the years as member, chairman and president.

Firm: Susan I. Jean & Associates PC d/b/a The Heritage Law Group

1700-D George Washington Memorial Hwy , Yorktown , Virginia 23693

Practice Areas: Guardianship, Medicaid & Medicare, Estate Planning, Elder Law, Power Of Attorney, Probate, Trusts, Wills, Litigation

I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Denver and my Juris Doctorate degree from the Appalachian School of Law. I have practiced law in Virginia since 2008 and have represented clients in cases involving divorce, custody, child support, protective orders, evictions, third-party debt collectors, personal injury, estate litigation, estate planning, guardianships, conservatorships, and other civil matters.. I have been with The Heritage Law Group since 2015 and currently focus my practice on estate planning, guardianships, conservatorships, fiduciary services (acting as Trustee or Power of Attorney), and litigation. I am an active member of the Virginia Peninsula Estate Planning Council and the I’Anson Hoffman American Inn of Court. I am proud to have been a part of changing Virginia guardianship law and was honored to speak in front of the Virginia General Assembly in support of the change.. I have lived all over the country, but for the last 10 years I have been a resident of the peninsula. My family and I enjoy swimming, boating, camping, all sports, and spending time with loved ones. I have been a Denver Broncos fan since childhood, and a Virginia Cavalier fan by marriage.. I pride myself in creating an inviting atmosphere for my clients, as well as, working cordially with the opposing counsel or non-represented party if litigation is involved.  I look forward to many more years practicing law in Hampton Roads and welcome your call to see what I and The Heritage Law Group can do for you.

Firm: Law Office of Seth C. Weston, PLC

313 Campbell Avenue, SW , Roanoke , Virginia 24016

Practice Areas: Automobile Accidents, Criminal Defense , DUI/DWI, Family , Probate , Wills, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

I am a seasoned trial attorney who has been providing legal advice throughout Roanoke County, Roanoke City, the City of Salem, Franklin County, Bedford County, Botetourt County and courts throughout Southwest Virginia for more than a decade. But, I have been protecting citizen’s rights for even longer.. Prior to becoming a criminal defense attorney, I served in the U.S. Marine Corps and earned the rank of Sergeant with the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington D.C. Then, I worked as a prosecutor in Roanoke City before finally becoming a criminal defense attorney in the greater Roanoke area, where I tried cases in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts, General District Courts, and Circuit Courts of the Commonwealth of Virginia.. My unique background and training have provided me with invaluable insight and an uncommon ability to resolve serious legal problems for all of my clients. Since I have been both a police officer and prosecutor, I have courtroom credibility and trial experience that few can match. Having served on both sides of the courtroom and as a witness as a police officer, the only seat I have left to fill is that of Judge.. Since becoming a criminal defense attorney, I have represented countless clients accused of committing criminal offenses. I appear regularly in the United States federal courts in southwest Virginia and had a case granted certiorari by the United States Supreme Court. I currently serve on the Board of Governors for the Criminal Law Section of the Virginia State Bar, and as President of the Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.. My approach to law, in general, is informed by my unique life experience and training. I am often able to use this to guide clients to achieve solutions to problems that seem irreconcilable at the outset of the case. As a former police officer, Sergeant and Internal Affairs Agent, I know how to investigate and find evidence to substantiate your claim and help create reasonable doubt in criminal cases.. During my nearly twelve years with the Metropolitan Police Department, I received numerous honors and awards, including being recognized and awarded as a “Top Cop” by the National Association of Police Organizations for my investigative work. I continue to apply my strong investigative skills and reasoning to my cases to find factual support for the client’s case.. Given all these accomplishments, I am most proud of my beautiful wife and three children. I enjoy spending time with them and going to their activities, as well as hunting, fishing, shooting firearms, camping, and most all outdoor activities.

Firm: Hale Ball Carlson Baumgartner Murphy, PLC

10511 Judicial Dr , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Corporate , Estate Planning, Family , Non-Profit Corporations, Probate , Taxation - State & Federal, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business, Business

555 Belaire Avenue, Suite 300 , Chesapeake , Virginia 23320

Practice Areas: General Practice, Probate, Probate, Probate, Probate

Sarah focuses her practice on estate planning, estate and trust administration, guardianships and conservatorships, and estate litigation. She also assists clients with formation of business entities, business succession planning, as well as with mergers and acquisitions.. Sarah has significant experience advising clients to plan for death and disability utilizing wills, trusts, powers of attorney and advance medical directives. Developing plans which incorporate trust funding and business succession planning where appropriate, she works to help clients achieve their estate planning objectives while also ensuring those objectives are implemented efficiently and effectively.. Sarah also advises trustees and court appointed executors in the administration of trusts and estates in the Commonwealth ensuring the proper administration from the date of death through the notices to creditors, final distributions, and court ordered accounting requirements.. Sarah was recognized in Coastal Virginia’s Magazine as a 2020 Top Lawyers. As well as in Best Lawyers 2020: Ones to Watch.

Firm: Office of S Alexander Miller

3300 N Fairfax Drive Suite 201 , Arlington , Virginia 22201

Practice Areas: Business Formation, Civil , Corporate , Criminal Defense , Probate , Real Estate , Traffic Violations, Wills, Immigration, Immigration, Immigration, Immigration, Immigration, Immigration

S. Alexander Miller is an accomplished attorney with extensive experience in the fields of bankruptcy and immigration law. He earned his law degree from George Mason University School of Law in 2009, after completing his undergraduate studies at Elon University in North Carolina, where he was a distinguished member of the Psi Chi, Alpha Kapa Delta, and Pi Gamma Mu Honor Societies.. With a focus on family-based immigration, removal defense, and non-immigrant employment visas, S. Alexander Miller has helped numerous clients navigate the complexities of the US immigration system. He is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Virginia, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, and the Eastern District of Virginia Bankruptcy Court.. As a member of the Virginia Bar Association and the American Immigration Lawyers Association, S. Alexander Miller stays up-to-date with the latest developments in immigration law and is committed to providing his clients with the highest quality legal services. In addition, he is a Notary Public in the Commonwealth of Virginia, and his extensive legal knowledge and expertise have helped many clients achieve their immigration goals.. At Millerlawdc, PLLC, the firm provides full-service immigration law services, helping clients with any immigration matter, no matter how complex. With a focus on personalized attention and legal excellence, S. Alexander Miller and his team strive to provide compassionate, comprehensive legal representation to individuals, families, and businesses throughout Virginia and beyond.

Firm: Ryan L. Pry, P.C.

701 West Main Street , Radford , Virginia 24141

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Business, Probate, Corporate, Trusts

Vision & Values You Can TrustSince 2007, attorney Ryan L. Pry has helped folks in the New River Valley, Roanoke Valley and across Southwest Virginia tackle some of life’s most difficult challenges. He brings the same compassionate, problem-solving approach to every case, and strives to get the best possible outcome for every client. Ryan has the experience needed to help individuals and families through almost any situation.. Based in our Radford, VA, office, we proudly serve clients across all of Southwest Virginia, from Roanoke/Salem to Bedford, from Christiansburg to Pulaski, from Wytheville to Hillsville, and everywhere in between. If you cannot come to Radford, we will come to you: Ryan frequently makes home and site visits to clients.. Ryan worked as a partner with Brumberg, Mackey & Wall, PLC from 2007-2020.  On July 1, 2020, he opened the law office of Ryan L. Pry, P.C.. His client base stretches across the Roanoke and New River Valleys, and beyond.  His client base currently includes the following counties:. - Montgomery. - Pulaski. - Giles. - Wythe. - Carroll. - Roanoke. - Salem. - Franklin. - Botetourt. - Craig. - Bland. - Grayson. - Floyd. - Lynchburg. - Bedford. Mr. Pry also frequently makes home visits for estate planning clients if they are homebound.. Ryan lives at home near Salem with his wife, Kellie (a Glenvar High School teacher), and young son, Parker.  In his spare time, he sings with the Salem Choral Society, and recently performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City with the group.See our new website, , for additional details.

Firm: Hart and Hart Attorneys Ltd.

40 W. Main Street , Salem , Virginia 24153

Practice Areas: Elder Law, Guardianship, Wills, Estate Planning, Probate, Medicaid & Medicare, Power Of Attorney, Real Estate

I am a third-generation lawyer -- following my grandfather and my father both at the University of Virginia School of Law and in the firm which was founded by my grandfather and his brother around 1894. I believe in using the English language to communicate with my clients and have been known to apologize - in advance - for having to use a fancy word (which I try to explain). I take the time at a client interview to get to know those who seek my help and try to be accessible to them.. .. To learn more about me go to my website,

Firm: The Law Office of Robert L. Wegman

392 Battlefield Blvd S. , Chesapeake , Virginia 23322

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Drug Crimes, DUI/DWI, Employment & Labor , Environmental , Estate Planning, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Juvenile , Parole and Probation, Personal Injury, Probate , Traffic Violations, Trusts, Wills, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense

Our Firm handles a variety of Criminal and Traffic law issues, including the following: - Felonies. - Misdemeanors. - Sentence Modifications. - Bond Hearings. - Probation Violation Hearings. - Appeals. - Criminal Records Expungement. - DUI / DWI; reckless driving, speeding. - Divorces. - Child Custody and Visitation. Mr. Wegman is an aggressive, hard-charging, honest, passionate and compassionate lawyer. Clients know that when their lives and freedom are at stake, they want him to exhaust every means to protect or preserve their rights. Mr. Wegman goes the "extra mile." Mr. Wegman has practiced law for over twenty years, mostly in the criminal law area. He has served as a JAG Officer, where he has handled hundreds of criminal and administrative cases, and he has served as a Special Assistant United States Attorney, where he has prosecuted such cases as fraud, theft and sexual assault. Surprisingly, Mr. Wegman has witnessed how little attention people pay to their selection of attorneys. People often assume all attorneys will perform the same, so they tend to go with the person who gives them the best price, or who has the best name recognition, or has practiced in the geographic area the longest. But how much is your freedom worth? If you have been charged with an offense, it would greatly benefit you to arrange a consulation at no cost. The unfortunate reality is that one's choice of attorney often means the difference between a conviction and an acquittal. Everyone knows people who have paid their attorneys a lot of money and gotten little in return. No attorney can or should guarantee an outcome, and if he or she does -- run the other way. An attorney's zealous advocacy, negotiating skills, and raw passion make a tremendous difference in the nature and/or duration of any imposed punishment. Preparation and attention-to-detail are the hallmark of an effective attorney. Obviously, knowledge of the law is crucial. Mr. Wegman strives to be the best prepared attorney in the courtroom. Post-trial matters, such as appeals, sentence modifications and probation violation hearings can be equally important in maximizing one's personal freedom. The attorney you hire to represent you should know the courts, the judges, and prosecutors. Only then can you can you get a fair assessment of what you face in court. As basic as this sounds, Mr. Wegman will also return your phone calls in a timely manner and keep you completely apprised of your case. He is one of only a handful of attorneys who will give you his cell phone number and encourage you to call any time day or night for emergencies, or just because you need peace-of-mind.

Po Box 927 , Arlington , Virginia 22216

Practice Areas: Wills, Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate, Real Estate, Wills & Living Wills

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: Richard A. Dezio, P.C.

218 N. Lee Streeet , Alexandria , Virginia 22314

Practice Areas: Business Formation, Civil , Contracts, Corporate , Estate , Estate Planning, Legal Malpractice, Probate , Trusts, Wills, Probate, Probate

Firm: Copenhaver Ellett & Derrico

30 Franklin Rd SW , Roanoke , Virginia 24011

Practice Areas: Assault & Battery, Banking & Finance, Business & Commercial, Business Organizations, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Condemnation & Eminent Domain, Constitutional , Construction , Contracts, Criminal Defense , Debtor/Creditor, Divorce, Estate Planning, Family , Insurance , Motor Vehicle Accidents, Motor Vehicle Defects, Personal Injury, Premises Liability, Probate , Products Liability, Real Estate , Toxic Substances, Traffic Violations, Trusts, Wills, Wrongful Death, Business, Business, Business

I am a Roanoke criminal attorney, helping people with a variety of legal issues ranging from business formation to criminal and traffic defense. As an attorney with over twenty years of experience, I have gained the skills necessary to successfully defend my clients. I bring a compassionate energy towards each case I handle.

Firm: Law Office of Rebecca L Evans

7411 Alban Station Ct. , Springfield , Virginia 22150

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

Rebecca L Evans, Attorney-at-Law, is an Attorney and Owner at the Law Firm of Rebecca L Evans. Earning her B.S. in Public Administration with a minor in Conflict Analysis and Resolution from George Mason University in 2009, she continued her education, earning her J.D. from George Mason University in 2012. Rebecca L Evans spent two years of her law school time clerking for the Law Firm of Deborah N Arthur. She has also worked part time in both retail and the mortgage brokerage industry during her school years. She assists clients primarily in the areas of estate planning and estate administration, including wills, trusts, advanced medical directives, powers of attorney, and probate. Rebecca L Evans background and upbringing lend a personal touch to the mechanics of the legal practice and allows the firm to truly care about our clients' problems.. Rebecca L Evans has lived in Northern Virginia all of her life. She is married to Samuel Evans, has a beautiful daughter, Victoria, a handsome son, Austin, and a baby boy, Wesley, and they have a beagle -- Bella. Rebecca L Evans is a graduate of Immanuel Christian School in North Springfield, West Springfield High School and George Mason University as well as George Mason University School of Law.. Rebecca L Evans is a member of the Virginia and Fairfax County Bar Associations and actively participates in bar committees and activities.

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

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

Firm: Meyer, Goergen and Marrs, P.C.

7130 Glen Forest Drive , Richmond , Virginia 23226

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial,Corporate ,Family ,Probate ,Real Estate ,Trusts,Wills

Firm: Parker, Pollard, Wilton & Peaden, P.C.

6802 Paragon Pl Ste 300 , Richmond , Virginia 23230

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

Firm: Law Office Paul H. Kunberger

2501 Monument Ave. , Richmond , Virginia 23220

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Civil , Criminal Defense , Education , Immigration & Naturalization , Real Estate , Probate, Probate

Paul Kunberger is a licensed attorney living and working in the City of Richmond. Paul received his BA in Political Science from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1976 and his J.D. in Law from the University of Baltimore in 1980. He was admitted to the Maryland Court of Appeals in 1981, the DC Court of Appeals in 1982, and the Virginia Supreme Court in 1994. Paul has also been admitted into US Bankruptcy Court in the Eastern and Western districts of Virginia, the district of Maryland, and the U.S. District Court of Maryland and Washington D.C.

Firm: PJI Law, PLC

3900 Jermantown Road , Fairfax , Virginia 22030

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation, Business

Paul J. Abraham is the founder and CEO of PJI Law. After growing up in Northern Virginia, Mr. Abraham earned two academic majors at Cornell University and came back to Northern Virginia to obtain a Juris Doctor degree at the George Mason University School of Law.. Mr. Abraham has represented clients in trusts & estates, litigation, and business law for over ten years. Additionally, Mr. Abraham has been an active participant in several legal pro bono programs, including the Family Legal Assistance Project, Wills on Wheels, and the Housing Law Project, aside from providing business coaching advice.. Mr. Abraham has appeared on several radio and television shows, and his written work as a nationally syndicated columnist has been published in newspapers from coast to coast. He has been quoted in forums ranging from the nation’s leading talk radio shows to the pages of work appearing on the New York Times Best Sellers list. Mr. Abraham has earned Avvo’s Clients’ Choice award multiple times. He has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers (every year from 2016 through 2025), Top 40 Under 40 in Virginia by both the National Trial Lawyers (every year from 2014 through 2025) and the National Advocates (every year from 2017 through 2024), Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law by the National Advocates (every year from 2017 through 2024), Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort by the National Trial Lawyers (every year from 2019 through 2025), Legal Elite by Virginia Business Magazine in 2020, 2022, 2023, and 2024, Top Attorney by Arlington Magazine in 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024, Top 10 Probate & Estate by the National Trial Lawyers Association in 2025, and has a rating of “Superb” from Avvo, the highest rating it confers.

Firm: East Coast Elder Law, PLLC

780 Lynnhaven Parkway , Virginia Beach , Virginia 23452

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

With over a decade of distinguished experience, including ten years at Hook Law Center, P.C., she has established herself as a preeminent voice in elder law and special needs planning. Her practice encompasses the full spectrum of issues associated with aging and disability, ranging from basic estate planning to sophisticated long-term care asset protection strategies. Whether assisting with guardianships and conservatorships for incapacitated adults, managing complex estate administration, or developing comprehensive estate plans, Shannon provides tailored solutions for each client's unique situation.. One of less than a thousand attorneys nationwide to hold the prestigious Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) designation from The National Elder Law Foundation, she represents the highest standard of excellence in her field. This is particularly valuable in her practice, where she helps families navigate the complex legal and emotional challenges associated with navigating a loved one’s care needs.. A recognized authority in her field, Shannon frequently shares her knowledge as a lecturer, both locally and nationally. She has delivered multiple presentations at Stetson University School of Law's prestigious Special Needs Trust Conference and is a Professor for their Tax Certificate program. Her speaking engagements reflect her commitment to advancing the field of elder law while helping fellow practitioners better serve their clients.. Her passion for special needs planning has made her an invaluable resource for personal injury attorneys navigating the complexities of public benefits and asset protection. Having developed hundreds of settlement trusts, including provisions for public benefits protections and Medicare set-asides, Shannon brings both expertise and empathy to the cases she handles.. Shannon develops a comprehensive approach to elder law and excels at helping clients assess their legal needs. This includes helping clients develop an estate plan, assessing their care needs, evaluate resources for long-term care, and develop strategic plans to protect their assets while ensuring access to necessary care services. Additionally, her estate administration practice guides families through the probate process with sensitivity and efficiency, ensuring their loved ones' wishes are properly carried out.. Growing up as a military child, Shannon learned early the values of adaptability, resilience, and service to others – qualities that continue to influence her approach to law and community service today. Beyond the office, Shannon remains engaged in community service, continuing her lifelong commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. When she's not serving clients or volunteering, she cherishes time with her family and embraces every opportunity to explore new destinations through her love of travel. True to her Pennsylvania roots, she brings the same passion for the Pittsburgh Steelers as she does to serving her clients.. Her unique combination of personal dedication, legal acumen, and certification allows Shannon to provide comprehensive solutions that address the complex intersections of elder law and special needs planning. Her commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards while delivering compassionate, practical guidance makes her an invaluable advocate for clients navigating life's most challenging transitions.