Anita Paka

Anita Paka

also known as Annie

5.0
Rating: 7.1

Licensed for 8 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Uncontested Divorce ... +2 more

4000 LEGATO RD [Mailing Address], Fairfax, VA

About Anita

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 30%

"Estate" is the legal term used to define your property and money—basically, everything that belongs to you. I help clients with different strategies used to transfer belongings after death.

8 years | 35 cases

30%
Trusts 25%

A trust is an arrangement whereby someone owns and manages money or property for another person's benefit.

8 years | 35 cases

25%
Uncontested Divorce 20%

I help clients with uncontested divorce where both spouses agree that they no longer want to be married, and divide assets without involving a judge.

8 years | 5 cases

20%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

A written will lets you decide what happens to your money and property after you die, while a living will lets you decide whether or not you wish to be placed on a medical life support system if you become disabled or incapacitated.

8 years | 40 cases

15%
Marriage and Prenuptials 10%

A prenuptial agreement can be especially important if you have financial interests you've accrued earlier in life and wish to clarify how they will or won't be shared with your new spouse.

7 years | 5 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in District of Columbia for 3 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2022

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 8 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Anita Paka

4000 LEGATO RD [Mailing Address], Fairfax, VA, 22033

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Anita Paka's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

72 Client Reviews

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Showing 16 - 20 of 33 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tufail | January 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Planning & Trust

Anita was simply great in helping us with our estate planning and trust documents. She guided us, and answered all our questions to our satisfaction. She was easy to talk to you and through out the process we felt very comfortable talking to her.

Posted by Mark | January 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Very Professional and Knowledgeable

We hired Anita to update our trust. She was extremely knowledgeable about what should and shouldn't be done in regards to the trust. She presents herself in a very professional and polished manner and was also very patient with us as there is more to a trust than you might think. Her responses were a...lways timely. We would highly recommend Anita to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Family Estate Planning

Ms. Paka helped us put in place a number of legal documents that would protect our children in the event of our planning. This included guardianship, a trust, DNRs, and end-of-life documents. Her experience and knowledge made me feel confident that our interests were well-protected. She was more th...orough than anything we could have found on the internet, and remains willing to help us with any unexpected questions that may arise. She was easy to work with as well!

Posted by Anil | December 12, 2023 | Immigration

Exceptional Immigration Guidance by Attorney Anita Paka

I had the privilege of working with Attorney Anita Paka for my citizenship application, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for her exceptional guidance throughout the entire process. Ms. Paka's expertise in immigration law, coupled with her unwavering dedication to her clients, made the jo...urney to citizenship remarkably smooth and stress-free. From our initial consultation, Attorney Paka exhibited a profound understanding of the intricacies of immigration law, especially concerning citizenship applications. She took the time to understand my case, addressing any concerns/queries and providing clear explanations of the requirements and steps involved. This level of transparency instilled confidence in me, knowing that I was in capable hands. Furthermore, Attorney Paka's attention to detail and thorough preparation were evident throughout the application process. She meticulously organized the necessary documentation, leaving no room for errors or oversights. This level of diligence significantly contributed to the seamless approval of my citizenship application without encountering any issues. Thanks to Attorney Anita Paka's outstanding guidance, I wholeheartedly recommend her services to anyone seeking immigration assistance. Her expertise, dedication, and compassionate approach make her an invaluable ally in navigating the complexities of immigration law. Attorney Paka has undoubtedly earned my highest praise and deepest gratitude for her role in helping me achieve citizenship without any issues.

Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Exceptionally professional

Anita Paka created a trust, will, and final directive papers for me and my husband. She was transparent about the whole process and answered all questions, which helped to alleviate the anxiety that comes with that work. The whole process was seemingly effortless and thoroughly done. Ms. Paka’s guida...nce and expertise were invaluable.

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Experience

Rating:  7.1 (Very Good)

Associations

2022 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

2022 - Present

National Elder Law Association

2017 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

2017 - Present

Fairfax Bar Association

Education

2021

American University

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State Universit

MA - Masters

2000

George Washington University National Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

Languages

English

Hindi

Marathi

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