We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
About James
Biography
Mr. Vitt first became interested in estate planning in law school while taking an estate taxation course. As an attorney, he has always found it rewarding to help people plan and assist them in getting their affairs in order. Nonetheless, Mr. Vitt spent several years as a trial lawyer and general civil practitioner prior to focusing on estate planning. That experience has proven invaluable as a foundation for his estate planning practice.
EXPERIENCE
Following law school, Mr. Vitt served as a judicial law clerk in Bennington, Vermont. As a law clerk, Mr. Vitt had the opportunity to work with several judges on a wide variety of matters. A year later, Mr. Vitt went to work for Paterson & Walke, PC, an AV-rated general civil practice law firm in Montpelier, Vermont. He ultimately became a managing shareholder of that firm. At Paterson & Walke, PC, Mr. Vitt represented individuals and businesses in a variety of matters, including business planning and litigation. He represented clients in state and federal courts, and successfully argued cases before the Vermont Supreme Court. In 1993, Mr. Vitt returned to his home state of Virginia, where he was a principal of Geraty, MacQueen, and Vitt, PLC for eleven years. During that period, Mr. Vitt narrowed the focus of his work to estate planning and elder law.
In March 2004, Mr. Vitt founded Vitt Law offices, PLC, a firm devoted entirely to estate planning, elder law, and related matters. As a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys (AAEPA), Mr. Vitt has consistently completed a minimum of 36 hours of annual Continuing Legal Education (more than required by the Virginia State Bar) in areas pertaining to estate planning, elder law, and taxation. He served on the AAEPA’s Education Advisory Board for over five years, and presently serves on the AAEPA’s Board of Governors. In addition, he received training and earned certification pertaining to IRA planning and distributions through the IRA Attorney Advisor Program presented by Ed Slott, CPA. Mr. Vitt is an active member of the Virginia Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Virginia State Bar Section on Trusts and Estates, the Central Virginia Estate Planning Council, and the Charlottesville/ Albemarle Bar Association. Mr. Vitt has addressed numerous professional and community organizations, has appeared on television, and has been interviewed for various print media. He regularly conducts public and private seminars on estate planning, elder law, and related matters. Over the years, Vitt Law Offices, PLC has helped hundreds of clients preserve and pass on their hard-earned wealth through wise estate planning choices.
EDUCATION
In 1974, Mr. Vitt completed his undergraduate studies at Virginia Tech. In 1985, Mr. Vitt received his Juris Doctorate and his Master of Studies in Environmental Law, cum laude, from Vermont Law School. While at Vermont Law School, Mr. Vitt earned first place honors in the Debevoise Moot Court Competition, served on the Moot Court Advisory Board, and was a member of the Vermont Legal Research Group.
PERSONAL
Mr. Vitt and his wife, Dianne, a registered dietitian, have a son and daughter. All of the Vitts are or have been involved with the law firm. Daughter Loretta is presently attending law school at the University of Virginia, and plans to practice at Vitt Law Offices upon graduation. They all enjoy outdoor activities and musical events in their spare time.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Estate Planning
60%
40 years
Elder Law
40%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Virginia for 32 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Vermont for 40 years
State: Vermont
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Vitt Law Offices, PLC
880-A Rio East Court, Charlottesville, VA, 22901
Law Offices of James Morgan Vitt
880 A Rio East Court, Charlottesville, VA, 22901
Gallery
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
James Morgan Vitt's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
1 Client Review
Filter Avvo Reviews (1)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
What Clients Mention
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review
Posted by Julia | November 19, 2009 | Estate Planning
Excellent attorney
Jim was extremely professional and efficient with handling the details of my estate as well as that of my elderly parents.
James Morgan Vitt's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jim is one of the top estate planning lawyers in the country and has helped many of my clients transfer their real estate to their revocable trusts. I can recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Jim for over a decade. He is careful, competent and caring. A winning combination for any family seeking experienced, compassionate legal counsel."
"Jim is an outstanding estate planning attorney. He has excellent experience and skills in foundational as well as advanced planning. His skills extend to tax, asset protection and retirement planning. I would endorse him without reservation."
"I've known Jim for many years and had the pleasure of working with him through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Jim is one of the top lawyers in his field of estate planning and someone I look to for advice and assistance in hard cases. I can recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know Jim personally and would highly recommend him. He cares for his clients wellbeing and continually puts his clients' interest first and foremost. He is a seeker after knowledge and continually seeks new information and strategies that will enhance and assist the planning he does for his clients. I hold Jim in the highest regard, recommend him highly and would not hesitate to refer a client to him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I had the honor to work with Jim on a mutual estate planning client. Jim is professional and knowledgeable. I know him to provide outstanding service and follow-through to his clients. He offers top-notch estate planning service. I have no hesitation whatsoever recommending him."
"I have known Jim for eight years and I have always appreciated his input on matters I have been working on. He has a way of immediately identifying the important issues and always offering constructive solutions and suggestions. I endorse this lawyer's work."
"I have known Jim professionally for over ten years and have worked with him on a number of client matters. I have found him to be extremely knowledgeable about estate planning and elder law issues. He makes extra effort to provide thorough and personalized plans, which can make the difference for clients and their families when the documents must be utilized. As a bonus, he is very personable and easy to work with. I highly recommend Jim, and I continue to refer folks to him for their planning needs."
"Jim is one of the very best in the area of estate planning. His experience and expertise is without equal. He has the ability to not only understand the legal issues he also understands the personal needs of the clients. He listens to the client and helps them accomplish their goals and desires. Jim is qualified and capable of resolving the client's concerns."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Jim personally and professionally for over twenty years. We have worked together on several interstate matters where my clients had interests in the State of Virginia. Jim's in integrity, professionalism and insights are valuable resources to me, and I recommend him without question to anyone seeking quality estate planning services, as well as to other attorneys seeking assistance with estate planning matters in Virginia."
Dennis Duffy
Estate planning lawyer
John O'Drobinak
Estate planning lawyer
Todd Schmitz
Estate planning lawyer
Susan Luscomb
Estate planning lawyer
Dan Morris
Estate planning lawyer
Michael Robinson
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
N/A
First Place Debevois Moot Court Competition, Vermont Law School
Associations
1995 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
Education
1985
Vermont Law School
Master of Studies in Environmental Law
1985
Vermont Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
Virginia Tech
Speaking Engagements
2008
Alzheimer's Association 7th Annual Best Practices in Dementia Care
Legal issues associated with dementia care
Languages
English