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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 Sherita | June 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Excellent!
First of all, I needed someone well knowledgeable and experienced to undertake my case since I wanted to get it right the first time with respect to adjusting my status/green card application. My case was very sensitive and I know given the nature of it, it would have posed a problem when adjusting m...
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
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Girum was very helpful in solving my problem. I came to Girum to finalize my divorce case. Girum finalized the property settlement and went ahead and filed the divorce case and the divorce was granted in timely manner. Girum was like a teacher guiding me through each steps.
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 Phidese | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Kind and Professional!
I did make the right choice going with him. From the first meeting Girum had me feel welcomed and assured that I was going to be taking care of throughout the whole process. He always took time to explain to me every situation and every question I had I never once felt worries about my case. He is ...
Posted by anonymous | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
Awesome Lawyer !!!
Indeed, Atty. Girum Tesfaye had exceeded my expectations of an immigration lawyer. He had explained very well how the I-130 and I-485 will be processed and he had emailed us constantly about our case. He seemed to be very accommodating and very learned on his field of expertise. I would definitely re...
"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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Legal Answers
Sponsoring Indian wife and husband is a permanent resident?
05 Apr 2020
While in removal proceedings, can i apply for a work Authorization(EAD)?
06 Sep 2017
What should I mention for physical address in I-130?
05 Sep 2017