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Christopher Michael Hanks
About Christopher
Biography
This practice was started to help people prepare for the future, protect their family, or grow and protect their business.
I am a husband, father, and Christian. My family and I reside in Northern Virginia with my parents less than a mile away. I like to help solve problems and make our community a better place for everyone. I am a member of the Virginia, California, and District of Columbia Bar Associations.
If you have a legal issue; we can discuss your challenges and I can help you navigate the road ahead.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 275-275 per hour
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 5 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 6 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Christopher Hanks
1602 Belle View Blvd. #187, Alexandria, VA, 22308
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Christopher Michael Hanks's Reviews
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Posted by Stephan | May 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Great service
Chris and his staff are truly amazing at what they do. Anytime I have needed something done for my mom, they were there helping me with what I needed to be completed. Chris even went to visit my mom in a nursing facility while I was out of state to help along our trust process. The staff always pick ...
Posted by Joshua | April 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Professional and Thorough
I was hoping to have someone review my current estate plan to ensure that it wouldn’t fail for some reason after I passed. Chris was easy to reach, worked fast, clear about the cost, and answered all my questions. I also appreciated that he made some recommendations but made it clear they weren’t n...
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Experience
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Christopher Hanks
Associations
2021 - Present
Estates, Trusts & Probate Law - DC BarMember
2020 - Present
Estates, Trusts & Probate Law - VA BarMember
2016 - Present
Estates, Trusts & Probate Law - CA BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Probate and Trust Administration
Trust Administered and Closed
Education
2004
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
California State University, Chico
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Online Learning Seminar
Business Formation in Virginia
2020
Virginia Bar Association
Guardianship ad Litem - Children
2020
Virginia Bar Association
Guardianship ad Litem - Disabled Persons
2019
Rules of Charging and Collecting Attorneys Fees
Fair Fee Agreements
2019
Criminal Law in a Digital World
Criminal Law investigations
Publications
2021
Alexandria City Library
Business Formation 101
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can my partner take my name out of the deed when I die?
22 Aug 2021
Q&A
What are my rights when I have been separated from my husband for 5 years and he is In the hospital with 48 hours to live.
05 Aug 2021
Q&A
Can a sibling steal your land if both your names is on it?
15 Jun 2021