$ 400-400 per hour
Geneva Nicole Perry
About Geneva
Biography
Geneva was born and raised in Wyoming. Her first training was as a certified nurse’s assistant in home health and hospice. After college she worked in higher education – student affairs and admissions. Geneva’s work at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts brought her out to the east coast, and Virginia is now home.
Geneva served as a circuit court law clerk her first year after law school. In 2007 she began her work in private practice and from the very beginning her interest and expertise has been estate planning and probate and trust administration. “It’s very satisfying helping individuals and families plan for or live through life’s transitions. These are tender issues to be sure, but the appreciation is well worth it – I’m an attorney who gets hugs from clients!” She started Promise Law in September 2014.
When she is not busy with Promise Law, Geneva spends time visiting with her family, singing (anywhere it’s tolerated but usually in her church choir) and even trying her hand at improv and stand up.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Virginia for 19 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2006
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Location
Promise Law
600 Thimble Shoals Blvd., Ste. 350, Newport News, VA, 23606
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Probate
Posted by Amanda | May 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Highly Recommend for Estate Planning
I used this firm first to determine if probate was needed for a family member and then to complete my own estate planning. Geneva Perry provided all of the options available to me and took as much time as I needed to make sure I understood them and which applied best to me. I never felt pressured to ...
Posted by Christina | November 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Settlement of Estate
I retained Attorney Perry to provide assistance in settling a deceased clients estate, which proved to be quite complicated in nature and time consuming. Not only was Attorney Perry extremely well versed and knowledgeable I also found her to be very empathetic, patient and kind. She and her staff w...
Posted by Gail | September 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Best Probate/Estate Attorney
Attorney Perry is the best probate/estate attorney. I had spent almost 2 years with another attorney that was not ever getting the situation resolved. Once I switched to Attorney Perry, she was able to resolve the situation with-in just a few months. It could have been resolved quicker; however, w...
Posted by anonymous | July 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Estate Administration
Attorney Perry did an excellent job helping me with my Nephew's estate. She offered sound advice, which made it easy for me to complete the task of settling the account in a timely fashion.
Posted by Ellen | July 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Patient and understanding
I first met Atty Perry when I needed help with my mother estate. She was very understanding of my situation and patiently guided me through the procedure of settling the estate. She was also able to refer me to others to assist with selling property that was part of the estate. Most recently Atty ...
Geneva Nicole Perry's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Geneva as an attorney in the Hampton Roads area for more than 10 years and I am happy to endorse her to anyone."
"I first met Geneva when we represented opposing parties in an estate dispute. I was impressed with Geneva's down to earth approach to resolving complicated issues. Since then I have worked with her on other matters. Geneva's mastery of elder law and her passion for her clients makes her an excellent attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I have enjoyed practicing with Ms. Perry and have had several cases with her during our years of practice. She is very knowledgeable and professional. She is easy and pleasant with whom to work. I have no hesitation endorsing her for work in estate planning and administration areas, as well as guardianships and conservatorships."
"Geneva is a well-known and highly-sought estate planning attorney. I have personally worked next to her with clients on several matters and she has a wonderful demeanor, explains legal matters in easily understood terms, and always has the client's best interests at heart. She is an excellent choice for estate planning work."
"I first got to know Geneva after she agreed to let me shadow her so I could obtain a certification. I was extremely impressed with her diligence and knowledge of estate law and guardianships. I highly recommend her."
"Geneva is highly knowledgeable, thorough, and compassionate. She is an excellent attorney and has the skills and disposition to provide her Elder Law and Estate Planning clients with the service they need. I would not hesitate to refer my family, friends, colleagues, and clients to her."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. In working on a monetary dispute among family members, Ms. Perry proved to be both knowledgable of the law and sensitive to the emotional implications of the transaction. In the end, she was the lead author in drafting a workable, long-term agreement among family members. She stuck with the problem until a mutually acceptable resolution was achieved. Ms. Perry is open-minded and willing to come up with creative solutions. She is a hard worker and flexible while continually mindful of her client's goals."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I am an AV rated attorney by Martindale Hubbell, in practice for over 30 years. Geneva is one of the most impressive, thorough, professional and ethical attorneys that I have encountered in my career. She is a pleasure to work alongside, and always keeps her clients' best interests in the forefront."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have participated in two cases with Ms. Perry and in both she was diligent and professional. She represented her clients well."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner, Promise Law
2010 - 2014
Attorney, McDermott Ward
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Jones, Blechman, Woltz & Kelly, PC
2007 - 2011
Adjunct Professor, College of William & Mary Law School
2006 - 2007
Law Clerk to Honorable Cleo E. Powell, Chesterfield County Circuit Court
2000 - 2003
Associate Director of Admission, Smith College
Associations
2011 - Present
Hampton Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Peninsula Estate Planning CouncilMember
2011 - Present
Peninsula Estate Planning CouncilBoard Member
2011 - Present
Hampton Roads Business OutReach (HRBOR)Board Member
2010 - Present
Hampton Roads Business OutReach (HRBOR)Member
2008 - Present
Peninsula Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Newport News Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2010 - 2011
Newport News Bar AssociationBoard Member
2008 - 2011
Hampton Roads Good Samaritan FundBoard Member
Education
2006
William & Mary Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Wyoming
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2009
Virginia Employees Retirement Seminar
Estate Planning
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I am only biological child but have a step brother and sister who were not adopted. will i have more rights to parents will?
03 Jun 2013
Q&A
As an executor, can I hire an attorney to represent my mothers estate?
03 Mar 2013
Q&A
Can a Power of Attorney give a power of attorney to a lawyer?
14 Feb 2013