Susan I. Jean

Susan I. Jean

also known as Susan I. Jean

4.9
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 33 years

Estate planning Lawyer at York County, VA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law

1700 George Washington Highway, Suite D, York County, VA

About Susan

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 90%

I will listen attentively to your concerns, and work with you to design and implement an estate plan designed to address your specific family situation, and financial concerns. Contact me at 757-384-9223 to schedule your personal appointment.

34 years

90%
Elder Law 10%

Our Attorneys work together to design and implement Long Term Care plans. It is rare that we find an issue that we have not seen before. We also have paralegals who have years of experience in helping clients implement the plan our attorneys design.

34 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 33 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1992

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

The Heritage Law Group

1700 George Washington Highway, Suite D, York County, VA, 23693

The Heritage Law Group

6558 Main Street, Suite 2, Gloucester, VA, 23061

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Susan I. Jean's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Will

Susan was very helpful in assisting me with my will. Her explanations were clear and the “in plain English” version of my will was a great tool. She also took the time to aide in another situation which was not on our agenda.

Susan Jean

Replied last February 16, 2021

Thank you for the review! And yes, I spend time on the "Plain English" explanations for exactly the reason you give; I find it a great tool for clients.

Posted by Ann | September 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Outstanding

For years I had resisted setting up a trust, but it became obvious that we needed one. My daughter found Susan Jean, and we couldn't be happier with her. She answered all our questions and guided us through the rather complicated process. She really understood our desires and needs, and came up with ...an outstanding plan that made everyone happy. So nice to have an attorney with so much heart AND knowledge!

Posted by Elnora | July 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Simply The Best!

During a recent Google search for estate planning attorneys, I discovered Susan I. Jean at the Heritage Law Group. We chose Ms. Jean because she was familiar with the Commonwealth Community Trust (CCT) and, therefore, was able to review our submission documents. The other compelling reason was enti...rely subject--she has a face that exudes confidence, trust, and integrity. Meeting her in person only affirmed our visceral reaction. My husband and I both found Ms. Jean to be empathetic and easygoing. We related our goals to have new wills created, etc. Since we are at advanced ages, we want to do our best to ensure that our special needs grandson is able to get the substantial support he will require to exist once we can no longer advocate for him. In the event that the CCT fails in the future, our wills are written to have a special needs trust perform a similar fashion to protect Austin's public benefits such as Medicaid. Both her paralegal and Ms. Jean were very knowledgeable, efficient, and charming. We feel privileged that to have hired her law firm to prepare and help execute our wills and POA's. In November, we plan to use her legal services again as we prepare for petitioning for guardianship of our grandson before he turns eighteen in May 2020. We know we'll be in good hands. Without any reservations, we recommend this stellar law group.

Susan Jean

Replied last July 18, 2020

I appreciate the kind words Special needs family members are so often the number one concern in creating an estate plan. Knowing the tools that are available is part of my job, and I enjoy crafting plans that use the tools in hopefully the best way possible. Thank you

Posted by Lynette | July 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

The Best!

I consulted with and hired Mrs. Jean for Estate Planning. I am very pleased with not only the professional service that Mrs. Jean provided but wonderful hospitality. Mrs. Jean was very patient and kind. I felt I could ask her anything and get an answer that I could understand. I felt very comfortable... and at ease. I was sure that I was receiving expert advise from the best!

Susan Jean

Replied last July 18, 2020

Great clients make it easy! Thank you

Posted by Jeanie | July 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Susan Jean - Warm, Knowledgeable, and Professional

I hired Susan Jean in 2017 to prepare a complicated Living Trust and Will for me. She uncomplicated my confusion with her skill at drawing a large flow chart of all I was tying to accomplish. So I heard AND I saw my objectives laid out in front of me including options for achieving my goals. All o...f this was done with gentle calmness and a smile. She is extremely knowledgeable in her field. She also has a very professional staff to support her and her clients. A year or so later, I needed her services again when my Trust and Will needed to be turned upside down. She has a keen sense of putting herself in your shoes and walking with you to ensure you reach your destination. I recently contacted her about a property sale within the family and she cleared up some concerns I had and lighted the way for me to proceed with the transaction. I have referred her to others who also have been very impressed with her for all of the reasons I have stated. Thank you Susan for excelling in your profession.

Susan Jean

Replied last July 18, 2020

Jeanie, always a pleasure! Thank you for the kind words

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Susan I. Jean's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ross Hart

Elder law lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Susan for years through the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. In simple terms, she knows her stuff. She combines a pleasant personality with a no nonsense approach for her clients. I'm delighted to have her as a friend and a colleague."

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Steven Meade

Elder law lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Kahl

Unknown lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Jean is respected throughout the state as an expert in elder law matters. She is caring and conscientious towards her clients. Her excellent reputation is well-deserved!"

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Michael Potter

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Susan brings her considerable talents & positive perspective to the service of her Estate Planning clients. She helps guide them through one of the most challenging aspect of Life Planning. She is a credit to the legal profession."

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Brian Decker

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Matney

Elder law lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Susan Jean and refer elder law cases to her because she is both competent and caring in helping her clients."

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Adrienne Sakyi

Estate planning lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Susan takes a great interest in her clients and provide thorough, effective, and comprehensive estate planning advice."

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William Carmines

Elder law lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mrs. Jean is recognized throughout the state as an expert in Elder Law. She consistently goes out of her way to offer personal care and attention to her clients. I regularly refer clients to her with the knowledge that they will be well represented in their legal matters."

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Robert Brooks

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Adrienne Sakyi

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Matthew Sunderlin

Elder law lawyer

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Elizabeth Bircher

Elder law lawyer

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William Carmines

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David Otey

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Clara Swanson

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2013

Certified Elder Law Attorney (2nd renewal), National Elder Law Foundation

2010

Preeminent 4.8 out of 5.0, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Accredited Attorney, Department of Veterans Affairs

2000

Certified Elder Law Attorney, National Elder Law Foundation

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Owner, The Heritage Law Group

2006 - 2012

Owner, Susan I. Jean & Associates, LLC

2001 - 2006

Owner, Jean & Luscomb, LLC

1994 - 2001

Owner, Susan I. Jean, PC

1977 - 1989

Logistics Manager, Special Programs, Air Force, United States Civil Service

Associations

2001 - Present

Peninsula Estate Planning Council

Member

1995 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Past President

York-Poquoson Bar Association

Past President

2013 - 2015

Peninsula Agency on Aging

Member, Board of Directors

2007 - 2009

Peninsula Pastoral Counseling Center

Board of Directors

2005 - 2007

ARC of the Virginia Peninsula

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Mennowood v. xxxxxxx

Guardianship and Conservatorship granted

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Education

1992

University of Dayton School of Law

J.D.

1977

Cleveland State University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2016

25th Annual Advanced Elder Law Seminar

Real Property and Crisis Medicaid Planning

2013

VAELA Unprogram 2013

Medicaid 101

2012

VAELA Unprogram

Medicaid 101

2011

Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys Annual meeting

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

2011

3rd Annual VAELA UnProgram

Medicaid Planning for the New Elder law Attorney

2009

18th Annual Advanced Elder Law Seminar

Legislative and Medicaid Update 2009

Publications

2016

Virginia CLE Real Property and Crisis Medicaid Planning

2013

Virginia Lawyers Weekly Medicaid: Bridging the Communication Gap

2012

Presented, VAELA Un-Program Medicaid 101

2010

Virginia CLE Outline: Legislative and Medicaid Update 2010

Languages

English

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