Brian A. Boys

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Brian A. Boys

5.0
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 16 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Virginia Beach, VA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, Guardianship

123 S Lynnhaven Rd, Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Brian

Biography

Providing Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, and Long-Term Care Planning Solutions.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Planning for families in all stages of life. Planning for families including members with special needs. Planning for seniors.

16 years

40%
Guardianship 20%

Guardianships and Conservatorships. Brian also servers as Guardian ad litem in guardianship and conservatorship cases.

16 years

20%
Probate 20%

Estate and Trust Administration in all Hampton Roads Circuit Courts.

16 years

20%
Trusts 20%

Special Needs Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Irrevocable Trusts, Pet Trusts.

16 years

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 16 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Atlantic Law PLC

123 S Lynnhaven Rd, Suite 101, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452

atlanticlawplc.com

Online Presence

Other places you can find Brian online.

Brian A. Boys's Reviews

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10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Pam | May 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Let's hear it for the Boys

I was referred to Brian Boys by a friend in the legal community. My experience with Brian was nothing but positive. He was very knowledgable and responsive to all of my needs promptly. I could not have asked for a better outcome. I would highly recommend Brian Boys to anyone that needs Estate Planni...ng or matters related to Elder Law.

Posted by Juia | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A compassionate and knowledgeable advocate.

Mr. Boys was recommended to me by a high school friend whose husband is an attorney of long-standing in Norfolk. Mr. Boys had handled their estate needs and they were vastly impressed. I found him professional, kind, communicative, prepared, knowledgeable and on point. As my relative was ill and h...ousebound, Mr. Boys made a house call to assess his needs and later dropped drafts off and returned for a will-signing at the nursing home. I can't say enough about Mr. Boys' lawyering skills, integrity and humanity. A consummate professional in every regard. I HIGHLY recommend him for any and all estate planning concerns. I will rest easier knowing that my loved one's estate was in Mr. Boys' capable hands.

Posted by Fred | October 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Did excellent estate planning work for us after our move.

After our retirement move to Norfolk, VA, which coincided with the sudden death of our longtime attorney in NY, we needed our wills, living wills, health care proxies, powers of attorney, and such all redone, carefully but quickly. Brian came highly recommended to us, and after one confidence-inspir...ing consultation we hired him, breathed a sigh of relief, and counted our blessings to have been directed his way. Brian did an excellent job for us throughout a process that was at every timely step clear, comfortable, organized, and efficient. We will highly recommend him to others.

Posted by Richard and Lisa Gregovich | May 5, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate and Trust Planning

We needed to organize our estate planning and had been searching for a lawyer for over a year. Mr. Boys was recommended to us by our financial advisor and our banker. A very well spoken and knowledgeable attorney, we were able to get all our needs met. If you want an attorney who is not only a spe...cialist in estate planning and who actually listens to what you want to do, Mr. Brian Boys is the only person I would recommend.

Posted by Donna | October 25, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning

Brian is very knowledgable in estate planning, wills and special trusts. In addition to his knowledge, his kindness, patience, and experience helped my family maneuver through all of the legalities involved in the administation of my mother's estate. I really do not know how anyone that has been de...signated as an executor of an estate can figure out everything on their own. I can't thank Brian enough for his expertise and I highly recommend him.

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Brian A. Boys's Lawyer Endorsements

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Philip Russo

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is very committed to the legal profession and evidences it in his skill in assisting those with estate planning needs. While he is versed in all facets of estate planning, he is especially adept in Medicaid/Special Needs planning. He is also empathetic to his clients’ needs and brings a very pleasant demeanor to the attorney/client relationship."

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Jonathan Halperin

Trusts lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity and pleasure to work With Brian on several matters over the last 3 years. He is bright, hardworking and an extremely talented advocate and advisor. I will continue to work with Brian, and unqualifiedly endorse him as an outstanding estate, trust, special needs and probate attorney."

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Mark Favaloro

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Brian. He is a consummate professional who excels in every facet of his practice. I look forward to working with him again."

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Peter Louie

Estate planning lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a diligent advocate and careful in his work. I gladly recommend him."

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Patrick Austin

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Brian. He's a great attorney who understands the importance of client-focused service."

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Jonathan Halperin

Personal injury lawyer

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Philip Russo

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Letha McDowell

Elder law lawyer

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Patrick Austin

Personal injury lawyer

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Peter Louie

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2021

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2020

Top Lawyer, Coastal Virginia Magazine

2020

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2013

Vann H. Lefcoe Leadership Development Program, Vann H. Lefcoe Leadership Development Fund

2007

Excellence for the Future - Highest Grade in Contracts class, CALI

1991

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Founder & Attorney at Law, Atlantic Law PLC

2012 - 2014

Attorney, Oast & Taylor PLC

2009 - 2012

Attorney, Oast & Hook, PC

Associations

2016 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2016 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Virginia chapter)

Member

2013 - Present

Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council

Member

2013 - Present

I'Anson-Hoffman American Inn of Court

Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Accredited Attorney

2013 - Present

Lefcoe Alumni Association

Member

2012 - Present

Portsmouth Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Virginia Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Society of Financial Service Professionals

Board of Directors; President

2009 - Present

Virginia State Bar, Trusts and Estates Section

Member

2017 - 2019

Lefcoe Almuni Association

President

2013 - 2016

Lefcoe Alumni Association

Vice President

2009 - 2013

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Appointment of Guardian & Conservator

Parents appointed as Guardian & Conservator

Apointment of Guardian

Guardian appointed

Guardianship of Individual with Special Needs

Guardians appointed

Establish Special Needs Trust

Special Needs Trust established

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Education

2009

University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Chesapeake Parks and Recreation 55 and Better Program Estate Planning

2019

Autism Speaks Special Needs Planning Town Hall Guardianships, Conservatorships, and the Alternatives

2018

Little Theatre of Virginia Beach Estate Planning and Charitable Giving

2018

2018

Financial Advisors meeting

Estate Planning Perils

2018

2018 Tidewater Autism Summit

Guardianships, Conservatorships, and the Alternatives

2017

Zion Baptist Church Wills and Probate Workshop

Estate Planning 101

2015

Zion Baptist Church Wills and Probate Workshop

Estate Planning 101

2015

Senior Law Day - Portsmouth Bar Association

Estate Planning

2015

Portsmouth TRIAD Senior Day Estate Planning

2015

NBI Seminar: Post-Settlement Strategies in Personal Injury Post-Settlement Planning Strategies in Personal Injury

2015

Monumental United Methodist Church

Common Estate Planning Errors

2015

EVMS Glennan Center for Geriatrics

Capacity Required to Execute Estate Planning Documents

2015

Churchland Rotary Club

Common Estate Planning Errors

2014

Portsmouth Task Force on Aging

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2014

Portsmouth Senior Station

Powers of Attorney

2013

Virginia Beach Civic League

Is Your Estate Plan in Order?

2013

Various Churches in Hampton Roads, Virginia

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2013

Seniors Group of Portsmouth Church

Common Errors in Estate Planning

2013

Seminar at Roger Brown's Restaurant, Portsmouth, VA

Common Errors in Estate Planning

2012

Various churches in Hampton Roads, Virginia

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2012

September 2012, Princess Anne AARP

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2012

Lions Club of Virginia Beach

Top 10 Mistakes made in Planning for Your Future

2012

Financial Advisory Breakfast

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2012

Disabled Veterans of America - Portsmouth, Virginia

Department of Veterans Affairs Aid & Attendance Benefits

2011

Various churches in Hampton Roads

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2011

South Norfolk Community Meeting

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2011

Navy Transition Forum

Planning for Parents of Children with Disabilities

2011

Eggleston Services

Special Needs Trusts

2011

Churchland House- Portsmouth, Virginia

Department of Veterans Affairs Aid & Attendance Benefits

2010

Various churches in Hampton Roads

Estate Planning and Elder Law

2009

Various churches in Hampton Roads

Estate Planning and Elder Law

Publications

2016

2016

2015

Hope News Planned Giving

2015

2014

Hope News A Letter of Intent

2014

2012

Hampton Roads Inside Business Charitable Giving for Non-traditional Couples

2009

Richmond Journal of Law and Technology Executive Editor (2008-2009)

Languages

English

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