About Us
Guidance. Experience. Compassion.
We are a boutique law firm focused on helping clients secure their futures. Attorney John Burton founded the firm in 2005 and has solely practiced in the areas of estate planning, asset protection, elder and business law since 2003. Since then he and the attorneys who work with him have grown in their level of sophistication and expertise in their relative fields of law.
Together, our attorneys offer holistic legal services that blend various practice areas, and they have the experience and knowledge required to preserve your personal and business assets.
Call (888) 885-9001 or message us to schedule a free consultation.
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"An excellent estate planning attorney"Mr. Burton, Esq. is an excellent estate planning attorney and I recommend him with a 5 star rating. He is patient and answers all questions. His organization of the plan that he provided was in a binder and very complete.- Jeffrey S.
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"Very professional, friendly, thoughtful, and highly knowledgeable, Fallon expedited preparation and delivery of my documents. Overall, this was an awesome experience"
I just had a great experience with this firm in preparing my estate planning documents. I needed to update some wishes and also ensure everything is in line for the state of Virginia, as I moved here from Pennsylvania. I worked with Fallon Francesca Whi
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"I would highly recommend him."I have met with Mr Burton several times and always found him to be professional and personable- Bonnie T.
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"Highly recommended for estate planning"We were heard and guided to do the best for our families needs- Fred S.
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"Friendly and personable service."J S Burton, PLC has helped with my estate planning. All aspects of my trust are clearly defined in an easy-to-understand folder. They coordinated with my financial planner seamlessly. The staff is friendly and personable. I highly endorse J S Burton.- Elizabeth M.
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"Thorough, responsive, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this firm!"Thorough, responsive, and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this firm!- Krystin R.
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"Truly impressive and caring."J S Burton, PLC has been our family's trusted estate planner for over 20 years. Their professionalism, knowledge, and dedication are unmatched. They guide us through complex decisions with ease and clarity, always with a personal approach.- Ryan D.
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"Highly skilled and compassionate."J S Burton, PLC is an excellent estate planning firm—highly skilled, knowledgeable, and experienced. They listened with great kindness, compassion, and courtesy. All questions were answered, and a perfect estate plan was created. Very happy!- Kathy R.
Securing Your Financial Future
With over 20 years of experience practicing in Virginia, our attorneys at J.S. Burton can work with you toward creative legal solutions that protect your financial interests and generational wealth, no matter the complexities of your situation. Whether you need help with an offshore trust, Medicaid planning, business succession, or resolving a loved one’s estate, we can provide you with skilled and informed legal counsel.
In addition, our team may help you with any of the following:
- Plan your estate
- Draft complex trusts
- Protect your assets
- Protect your home and hard-earned assets from long-term care expenses and Medicaid spenddowns
- Guardian & Conservatorship Representation
- Fulfill your fiduciary responsibilities as Trustee or Executor
- Guide you state and federal estate, gift and capital gain tax laws
Serving People Throughout Virginia and Washington, D.C., Including Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, McLean, & Surrounding Areas
When you work with us, you’re partnering with lawyers who will put you first. It's our goal to build continuing relationships with clients and represent them, their families, and their estates across generations.
Our legal services are always offered in a sensitive, confidential, and timely manner. Contact us to schedule an appointment and discuss how we can help you create, preserve, and transition assets.
Call us today at (888) 885-9001 or send us a message using our contact form.
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