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Girum Tesfaye is an estate planning attorney and founder of Tesfaye O’Neill Law & Financial whose work is shaped by both professional training and personal experience. Early in his career Girum clerked for a probate judge, drafting opinions in a wide range of estate disputes, then served at the CFTC and SEC where he sharpened legal research and writing. After litigation work in Northern Virginia and founding a practice focused on family law and immigration, the difficulties his own family faced during a probate matter redirected him to estate planning. He now devotes his practice to creating practical, preventive plans that minimize probate, protect wealth and preserve family stability. Girum emphasizes clear communication and compassionate guidance. A native of Grundy, Virginia and Silver Spring, Maryland, he resides in Alexandria, VA with his wife and three children.
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Posted by anonymous | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Would hire again!
A just result by an outstanding lawyer! I was impressed with Girum Tesfaye from my initial office consultation through the completion of my case, where he easily obtained a successful hearing result for me. Before stepping into the courtroom, Girum had won me over with his ability to convey that h...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Communicative, well-organize, and ethical with FANTASTIC delivery!
Words can not express how happy I am to have found and hired Mr. Tesfaye to represent me in a litigation law suit that I have been dealing with for quite some time. After firing my last attorney I knew that I really needed to do some research on finding a good attorney that was going to help me, not ...
Posted by NITIN JAIN | April 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
WARRANT IN DEBT
HE STUDIED MY CASE IN DEPTH AND EXPLAINED EACH POINT TO ME IN DETAIL. IN MY FIRST MEETING WITH HIM I FOUND HIM THAT HE HAS THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE IN THE SUBJECT MATTER WHICH VERY MUCH APPEALED TO ME AND I DECIDED TO HIRE HIM. ON THE HEARING, BECAUSE OF HIS THOROUGH KNOWLEDGE HE NARRATED EVERYTHING IN DE...
Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Beyond amazing
Girum Tesaye, best attn I could have asked for, he created a valid interest in wanting to help us win the case! He gave us options many other people wouldn't! Options for another way out!
"I've had the opportunity on several occasions to get to know Girum while attending the American Academy of Estate Planning Summits. He is very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. He has proven himself to be an exceptional individual in his personal and professional life. I endorse Girum and his firm without reservation."
"If my family lived anywhere near Girum's office/practice area, he's who I would trust to make sure that not only do they have the best in legal documents, but that they are also listened to and cared for by a compassionate expert in his field. I endorse this lawyer."
"Girum is an exceptional attorney. His attention and care for each client is evident in everything he does. It's a privilege to call him a colleague."
"Mr. Tesfaye is a talented attorney. He is also strong advocate for his clients, and is dedicated to excellence. I endorse him."
"Girum Tesfaye is a "pit bull" in the courtroom. He will fight tooth and nail to the very end advocating for his clients. One of the best litigator and thinker. I endorse this lawyer, without a doubt."
"I endorse this lawyer. Girum is very hard working, extremely bright and very personable. I recommend him highly."
"Mr. Tesfaye is a hard working advocate for his clients. He is knowledgeable and cares about his cases. He is an asset to the profession."
"Girum Tesfaye is the epitome of what an Immigration Lawyer should be. Girum has personal experience with the Immigration system, as well as, legal experience in the Immigration system. A client would be best served by an Attorney like Mr. Tesfaye who fully understands the timelines and perils that the Immigration system can offer. Therefore, I endorse Attorney Girum Tesfaye for the above styled reasons and more."
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Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
10 Best, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
2015 - Present
Partner, Tesfaye Law
2013 - 2014
Division of Enforcement, Securities & Exchange Commission
2012 - 2013
Division of Enforcement, U.S. Commodities and Exchange Commission
2011 - 2011
Law Clerk, Maricopa County Superior Court
2014 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2013 - Present
Fairfax County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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