Paul Joseph Abraham

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Paul Joseph Abraham

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Litigation, Business

3900 Jermantown Rd, 2nd Floor, Fairfax, VA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Paul

Biography

Paul J. Abraham and PJI Law - White Glove representation in Trusts & Estates, Probate, Litigation, and Business Law

Paul J. Abraham and PJI Law - White Glove representation in Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning

Paul J. Abraham and PJI Law - White Glove representation in Business Formation, Business Transactions, Contracts, and Commercial Litigation

Paul J. Abraham and PJI Law - White Glove representation in Contract, Business, Real Estate, Estate, and Financial Litigation

Paul J. Abraham and PJI Law - White Glove representation in Probate, Estate Administration, and Estate Litigation

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 25%

Business Formation, Business Transactions, Contracts, Agreements, Commercial Leases, Business Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Registered Agent

17 years

25%
Estate Planning 25%

Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advance Medical Directives, Business Succession Planning, Deed Preparation, Transfer-on-Death Deeds, Memorial/Burial Instructions, Estate Plan Maintenance

17 years

25%
Litigation 25%

Contract Disputes, Collections, Real Estate Disputes, Fraud, Mechanic's Liens, Lemon Law, Guardianship, Conservatorship, Fiduciary Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Residential Landlord Representation

17 years

25%
Probate 25%

Estate Administration, Will Contests, Estate Litigation, Trust Administration, Trust Litigation, Fiduciary Litigation

17 years

25%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 16 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

PJI Law, PLC

3900 Jermantown Rd, 2nd Floor, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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PJI Law, PLC – Leesburg

722 E. Market St., Suite 102 PMB # V55, Leesburg, VA, 20176

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PJI Law, PLC – Alexandria

277 S Washington St., Suite #210, Alexandria, VA, 22314

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PJI Law, PLC – Richmond

4108 E Parham Rd., Richmond, VA, 23228

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Online Presence

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Paul Joseph Abraham's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 15 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2015

Highly Skilled & Consummate Professional

Mr. Abraham is a superb attorney. From the moment we scheduled our consultation with his outstanding, compassionate assistant Annemarie, I knew we would be in good hands. First, Paul listened carefully to our case, then provided several options explaining in detail what each one would entail and w...hat can be expected. We trusted his recommendation and it was the best decision. Thank you so much Paul for your advice and your expertise. You are a kind, polished, honorable person with the highest integrity. That said, if we ever need legal advice in the future, we will always start with a call to PJI Law PLC. Best to you in the New Year! maz from Fairfax Station, VA

Posted by Darrell | January 12, 2015 | Personal Injury

Dispute With Auto Insurance Company for Accident Claim

Attorney Paul Joseph Abraham, PJI Law, PLC, was retained to resolve a dispute I had with an automobile insurance company involving an automobile accident. I was injured in the accident and my vehicle was “totaled” (destroyed). A claim representative from the offender’s insurance compony contacted m...e and appeared to give assurance that the insurance company would make full restitution for my destroyed auto and pay all medical expenses related to injuries I received in the accident. After more than six months of negotiating and haggling over medical payments the claim representative for the insurance company presented me with an Agreement and Release document to sign. This document appeared to be unreasonable and unfavorable. It was clear that once I signed the document I would relinquish my negotiating rights and could conceivably be denied fair and proper medical compensation. I felt my hands were tied--I was at an impasse. Subsequently, I retained attorney Paul Joseph Abraham, PJI Law, PLC. Within a reasonable time, Mr. Abraham resolved the dispute. I was very impressed with his depth of understanding and knowledge of the law, and I was quite pleased with the outcome. Throughout the process he kept me informed, his fees were very fair and reasonable, and the financial settlement exceeded my expectations. Without reservations, I would highly recommend Attorney Paul Joseph Abraham to anyone needing legal council or legal services.

Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2014

Prompt and thorough

I fully recommend Paul. He took the time to fully explain the nuances of my situation and the consequences of the actions we decided to take. He also worked closely with another lawyer to make sure everyone was on the same page. He will take the time to understand your case and recommend the best cou...rse forward.

Posted by Vivian | April 14, 2014 | Debt Collection

Interstate Legal Issues

I worked as a consultant for a defense contractor for one week, less than 5 business days, in 2010. We parted ways when I was offered a full-time position closer to my hometown around the same time. I found out a year later, in 2011, that the firm continued to deposit money into my bank account, even... after executing a formal exit process. The letter they sent me was very aggressive and threatened to take legal actions if I don't return the funds immediately. It was a large sum of money and at the time I was not in the habit of frequently checking my bank account. What made matters worse is the distance and location of my financial institution: the closest federal credit union was over 25 miles away and located in the basement of a high security facility. Upon receiving the letter, I reached out to a friend who referred me to Paul. Paul stepped in to protect me from all the aggressive and intimidating communication, all I had to do was forward the information to Paul for him to respond. Paul kept me abreast of all the details, educated me on the available options at every step, gave me his recommendation, and allowed me to choose the next steps for myself. I really felt like we were a team even though he did all the work. After months of negotiations, we settled on a payment I was pleased with. I mailed Paul the check and he mailed it to the firm with final correspondence. They have since not cashed the check - it has been 3 years. Since the final correspondence, I closed that chapter and moved on with my life. To my surprise, in January of 2014, I receive a beautiful holiday card from Paul asking how I was and if there were any updates. I responded and asked him to keep in touch via email. Paul emailed me a couple of weeks ago and gave me a friendly update of his whereabouts and explained that he will be sending me a check for the funds remaining from my retainer. This just speaks to Paul's honesty and integrity years after handling my case. Paul's expertise generated a successful outcome. There is no way I could have gone through that process on my own or replicated the same results. He was very kind, patient, thorough and always communicated with a sense of realism that helped keep me grounded.

Posted by Joe | February 16, 2014 | Business

Excellent Representation

Paul assisted me with a business transaction, including the extremely thorough review of a purchase agreement, as well as a commercial lease. He caught issues that others had missed, and guided me through negotiating those matters and to a final agreement. During what otherwise would have been a stre...ssful and hectic time, Paul was always knowledgeable, responsive, accessible, and up to minute on my transaction. His hourly work is extremely efficient and the total was even below his estimate. I have no other legal needs in the near future, but having a reliable go-to attorney ready in case of need gives me sincere peace of mind as I run my business.

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Paul Joseph Abraham's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marina Medvin

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Paul is one of the most ethical and hardworking attorneys in this area. He is also brilliant, kind, and thoughtful, a combination rarely seen in the legal profession. I have referred numerous clients to his law firm for family law, litigation, and business issues, and each of my referrals has raved about his services. Paul is endorsed by both myself and my clients."

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Jesse Binnall

Business lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Abraham is an excellent lawyer who is both smart and tenacious. I have known him for years and I would never hesitate to recommend him to a friend or family member."

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James Frogale

Business lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is an excellent attorney. I trust him with all my business law referrals. You will not be disappointed!"

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Lavanya Carrithers

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul and his team are fantastic attorneys. They are savvy, reliable and forward-thinking - which is what you want in someone who represents and guides you. The attorneys at PJI law the kind that attorneys hire for their own needs. I highly recommend Paul and his team for anyone looking for help with business or estate planning issues."

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G. "Rex" Flynn

Family lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Mr. Abraham. He is one of the most ethical and hard working attorneys I know. He obtains great results for his clients and is very committed to each of his clients and their success. I highly recommend his services."

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Kathryn Lipp

Business lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a caring, thoughtful and well-respected member of the Fairfax Bar. He has excellent business sense and is very even-keeled in his approach to a matter. I would recommend him to any business owner to make sure that their company is aggressively protected."

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Margeaux Thomas

Family lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a talented attorney that I feel confident referring clients to that have family law and personal injury matters. Paul is responsive, sharp, and a very skilled trial attorney. If you have a family law or personal injury case I strongly urge you to call Paul immediately!"

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Whitney Hughes

Business lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is a brilliant, talented, and dedicated counselor at law. What sets him apart though, is his fairness, compassion, and strong ethics. I highly recommend Paul's services."

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Kia Kondori

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul is super dedicated, trustworthy and always going the extra mile for his clients. He makes them feel very comfortable and at ease. He's a real asset to the legal community here in Virginia."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Nov 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Paul. Highly respected in the legal community with a strong reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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Matthew Altamura

Unknown lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Paul is a very bright and knowledgeable attorney and a tireless advocate for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Business lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jessica Rafferty

Unknown lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Friend

"Paul is a well respected lawyer in the legal community and dedicated to his clients and the profession. I highly recommend him."

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J. Shumaker

Unknown lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top notch attorney, who provides excellent legal service and successful representation. I happily endorse this lawyer."

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Sean Cleary

Business lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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John O'Brien

Business lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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S. Miller

Business lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Other

"Paul is an exceptional attorney with the highest moral character and dedication to his practice and clients. As a law school classmate and colleague, I have personally seen Mr. Ibrahim resolve complex business cases and tirelessly work to help his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice in Virginia."

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John Baxter

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Paul Ibrahim is an excellent attorney who is committed to getting the best possible results for his clients."

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Veronique Kherian

Business lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Paul since we were both law school students together. He possesses a thorough and thoughtful mind, and solid understanding of the law. I have referred clients to him in the past, and they have always been satisfied with his work. Moreover, they appreciate his professional, courteous manner and transparency in managing cases. I highly recommend Paul for business, personal injury, and family cases in Virginia."

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James Frogale

Personal injury lawyer

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Lavanya Carrithers

Estate planning lawyer

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Elias Kerby

Probate lawyer

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G. "Rex" Flynn

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kathryn Lipp

Employment and labor lawyer

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Maryam Elsayed

Family lawyer

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Ann Gillooly

Unknown lawyer

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Kevin Jaros

Business lawyer

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Whitney Hughes

Unknown lawyer

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Margeaux Thomas

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Kia Kondori

Business lawyer

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Kamal Nawash

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Jesse Binnall

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Matthew Altamura

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Jessica Rafferty

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Sean Cleary

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Christian Lassen

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2026

Best Lawyers in America - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America

2025

10/10 Rating, Justia

2025

Virginia Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

Trust & Estates, The Best Lawyers In America

2025

Virginia Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2025

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2025

Top 10 Probate & Estate, The Trial Lawyers Association

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2025

Best Lawyers in America - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America

2025

Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine

2025

Legal Elite (Business Law), Virginia Business Magazine

2024

Best Lawyers in America - Trusts & Estates, Best Lawyers in America

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2024

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2024

Trusts & Estates, The Best Lawyers in America

2024

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2024

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2024

Legal Elite - Business Law, Virginia Business Magazine

2024

Top Attorney, Arlington Business Magazine

2023

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2023

Legal Elite (Business Law), Virginia Business Magazine

2023

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2023

Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine

2023

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine

2022

Legal Elite (Business Law), Virginia Business Magazine

2022

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2022

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2021

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2021

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2021

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2020

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2020

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2020

Legal Elite (Business Law), Virginia Business Magazine

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Virginia Top 10 - Business Tort, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2019

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2019

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2019

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2019

Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine

2018

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2018

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2017

Top 10 Wills, Trusts, Estates, and Probate Law, The National Advocates

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Advocates

2017

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2017

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2016

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2014

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2006

School of Law Fellowship, George Mason University School of Law

Work Experience

2010 - Present

CEO, PJI Law, PLC

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Law Firm

Associations

2013 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, Family Law Section

2009 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

2006 - Present

American Bar Association

2006 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Education

2009

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

Cornell University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Arabic

Activity

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