How Do I Find a Probate Attorney in Prince William County, Virginia?
When to consider hiring help, what to look for in a probate attorney, and firms serving Prince William County.
We found 13 estate law firms serving Prince William County. Prince William County is part of the Northern Virginia region.
These firms handle estate administration, will contests, trust litigation, and other probate matters in Prince William County Circuit Court.
Northern Virginia Firms
Barlow & Thomas, P.C.
FirmEst. 1992
3516 Plank Road, Suite 104
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Phone:
(540) 548-4120barlowandthomas.com →
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The Geller Law Group
FirmEst. 2011
4000 Legato Road, Suite 1100
Fairfax, VA 22033
Phone:
(703) 687-6188thegellerlawgroup.com →
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Hale Ball Murphy, PLC
Firm
10511 Judicial Drive
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone:
(703) 591-4900haleball.com →
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The Manassas Law Group, PC
FirmEst. 1978
9255 Lee Avenue
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone:
(703) 361-8246manassaslaw.com →
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Northern Virginia Trusts & Estates
Firm
3050 Chain Bridge Road, Suite 103
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone:
(703) 938-3510northernvirginiatrustsandestates.com →
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PJI Law, PLC
FirmEst. 2010
3900 Jermantown Road, Suite 220
Fairfax, VA 22030
Phone:
(703) 865-6100pjilaw.com →
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Speedwell Law, PLLC
SoloEst. 2015
2000 Duke Street, Suite 300
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone:
(703) 495-2767speedwelllaw.com →
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Van Hooser, Aguirre & Armistead, P.C.
Firm
2750 Killarney Drive, Suite 203
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Phone:
(703) 659-4402vhaalaw.com →
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Firms from Neighboring Regions
These firms are based in other regions but serve Prince William County.
J.S. Burton, PLC
Firm
477 Viking Drive, Suite 410
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Phone:
(888) 885-9001jsburton.org →
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McCarthy & Akers, PLC
FirmEst. 2010
302 W Boscawen Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Phone:
(540) 722-2181mccarthyakers.com →
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Statewide Practices
These firms serve clients throughout Virginia.
Carrell Blanton Ferris & Associates, PLC
Firm
725 Jackson Street, Suite 209
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Phone:
(540) 318-5998carrellblanton.com →
Estate PlanningTrust AdministrationElder LawSpecial Needs PlanningGuardianshipMedicaid PlanningVeterans Benefits
Johnson, Gasink & Baxter, LLP
FirmEst. 2009
1100 Professional Drive
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Phone:
(757) 220-9800jgbllp.com →
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MartinWren, P.C.
Firm
400 Locust Avenue, Suite 1
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Phone:
(434) 817-3100martinwrenlaw.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Not every estate needs one. Simple estates, small estates under the affidavit threshold, and states with informal probate can often be handled without counsel. Contested wills, out-of-state property, and business interests usually need an attorney. The Virginia self-filing assessment scores whether this estate can be handled without one.
Virginia uses reasonable fees for probate. Typical Prince William County rates run $200–$500/hour, with simple estates taking 20–40 hours. Flat-fee arrangements are available from some firms.
Files the petition, publishes required notices, helps with the inventory and accounting, handles creditor claims and tax filings, and guides the final distribution. The attorney represents the personal representative, not the beneficiaries — a distinction that matters if disputes arise.
Referrals from an estate planning attorney you already work with are the best source. Bar association directories are second. Avoid attorneys who won't quote a fee structure up front or who won't explain whether your estate qualifies for simplified procedures.
Yes — by avoiding probate altogether. A revocable living trust removes the estate from court jurisdiction, which removes the need for a probate attorney at settlement time. Create a revocable trust online for about what one hour of probate-attorney time costs.
Firm listings are for informational purposes only. SimplyTrust does not endorse or recommend any specific firm or attorney. Contact firms directly to discuss your situation and verify their current practice areas and availability. Information last verified: May 2026.
Circuit Court
Prince William County
9311 Lee Avenue, Third Floor
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone:
703/792-6015Fax:
703/342-0342
Hours:
8:30AM - 5:00PM
Paper Filing Available
E-Filing Optional
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