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Juan E. Milanes
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Biography
Mr. Milanes has built a solid reputation for outstanding legal work and inspirational management and mediation skills. Throughout his twelve year career with the United States Department of Justice, during which time he held several positions ranging from Federal Prosecutor to trainer for the Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training Office, Mr. Milanes appeared as lead counsel in several hundred cases, successfully trying several. He spent years working in various capacities in both the Washington, D.C. metro area and San Juan districts and, in addition to having significant legal connections and being a well-respected litigator in both jurisdictions, has vast knowledge of those venues, including the judges and jurors before which he practices. Mr. Milanes has carried over his experiences and successes as a public servant into the private sector, wherein he has applied his considerable problem solving, litigation and courtroom experience in the representation of corporations and individuals.
In 1988, Mr. Milanes obtained his Bachelor's in International Studies from the University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Houston, Texas. In 1991, he graduated with distinction from the Washington College of Law at The American University, Washington, DC.
He is licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Virginia and the District of Columbia. He is also licensed to practice in various federal courts including the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and U.S. District Courts for the District of Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, Eastern District of Virginia and Southern District of Texas.
He is admitted to the United States Bankruptcy Courts for District of Puerto Rico, District of Columbia, Eastern District of Virginia and Southern District of Texas. In addition, he is admitted to the U.S. Courts of Appeal for the First Circuit and Fourth Circuits.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
30%
18 years | 450 cases
Federal Crime
30%
30 years | 600 cases
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
15%
18 years | 150 cases
Corporate and Incorporation
15%
18 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 34 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Juan E. Milanes, PLLC
722 Grant St., Suite G, Herndon, VA, 20171
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Showing 16 - 20 of 24 reviews | Bankruptcy & Debt
Posted by Brad | June 11, 2013
Strongly Recommend the Milanes Law Firm for any needs relative to Bankdruptcy or financial counsel
I was initially referred to Juan Milanes' firm by a colleague and found the firm's services to be thorough and attentive. They made a painful process to be as painless as possible, made me feel important and provided sound, steady and extremely productive counsel. If you are facing the prospects of...
Posted by Mark | June 11, 2013
Excellent Bankruptcy Attorney
Both my ex-wife and I had to file bankruptcy since we still owned joint property that had not been separated with the divorce. Juan Milanes was able to get through that mess for both of us in a simple fashion. His costs were very reasonable. I did not have the funds to pay a huge firm for this servic...
Posted by Bridget | June 10, 2013
Best Attorney in Nova.
I needed the services of a bankruptcy Attorney in 2011 and somehow go this Awesome Attorney. There staff was so helpful and courteous throughout this ordill. JUAN MILANES is the best around. Thanks for everything
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2013
Help with Bankruptcy
I had to go through a bankruptcy due to a divorce. I was very stressed about he whole thing but Cory McDonald put me at ease and was very patient explaining everything to me. Then at the hearing Juan Milanes did a great job of talking to me about how to get my credit score back up quickly. They made ...
Posted by anonymous | June 10, 2013
EXCELLENT LEGAL SERVICE, ESTAMOS MUY SATISFECHO CON LOS SERVICIOS DE JUAN MILANES
During my search of legal representation I have interviewed several attorneys looking for the best law firm for my case. Several offices did not make me feel comfortable however, during my discussions with several attorneys in the Northern VA area I found that the office of Juan Milanes was well k...
Juan E. Milanes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Milanes in both bankruptcy and federal criminal matters. I find that Mr. Milanes is a passionate advocate with a strong courtroom presence. He displays a personable nature balanced with assertive and confident advocacy and argument. I endorse Mr. Milanes in areas of criminal law and bankruptcy law."
"Juan Milanes is one of the top bankruptcy lawyers in Northern Virginia. He is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. He uses is experience as a former Federal prosecutor to fight back when debt collectors try to do illegal things to his clients. A year or so ago he won an especially important case saying the forms used to speed up Florida foreclosures violated the bankruptcy law."
"I am pleased to endorse Juan Milanes, who I have known for a number of years. He is a knowlegeable attorney who is thoroughly familiar with the complex and challenging area of federal criminal law as well as bankruptcy law, and who cares deeply about his clients and about justice and due process."
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Experience
Honors
2006
Certificate of Recognition, County of Fairfax, Virginia
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney -- Private Practice, Law Offices of Juan E. Milanes PLLC
1991 - 2008
Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Dept. of Justice
Associations
Hispanic Bar Association
Vice President
Virginia State Bar Council of Local Bar Associations
Council Member
National Partnership for Careers in Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Member
Criminal Justice Act Panel for the Eastern District of Virginia
Member
Federal Bar Association
Member
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
Member
Virginia State Bar
Member
Puerto Rico Federal Bar
Member
Puerto Rico Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia
Past President
Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia
Past President
Sample of Legal Cases
Chapter 13 -- 2nd Mortgage Strip Off
Case Discharged, Plan Complete and 2nd Mortgage Wiped Out
Chapter 13 -- Five year payment plan completed
Chapter 13 Plan Confirmed, Paid in full three years early and case discharged.
Education
1991
American University, Washington College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of St. Thomas Aquinas
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Cinco de Mayo
Ethics
2003
Training
Overseas Prosecutorial Development Assistance and Training Office, US Dept of Justice
Publications
2013
Cinco de Mayo Ethics
Ethics Seminar Powerpoint Presentation and Material
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How many times can a case be continued
06 Aug 2016
Q&A
I received my chapter 7 (no assets) discharge but did not reaffirm my car loan. I am current on payments. What should I do?
17 Jul 2013
Q&A
Can I withdraw or dismiss a chapter 11?
09 Jul 2013