$ 300-360 per hour
I am a third-generation lawyer -- following my grandfather and my father both at the University of Virginia School of Law and in the firm which was founded by my grandfather and his brother around 1894. I believe in using the English language to communicate with my clients and have been known to apologize - in advance - for having to use a fancy word (which I try to explain). I take the time at a client interview to get to know those who seek my help and try to be accessible to them.
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Acquired: 1976
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40 W. Main Street, Salem, VA, 24153
40 West Main Street, P.O. Box 567, Salem, VA, 24153
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Posted by Seth | June 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Hart did an excellent job helping my wife and I get a guardianship for our disabled son, who was becoming a legal adult. Mr. Hart was very professional, efficient, and timely. His staff was also professional, friendly, and efficient.
Posted by Sondra | April 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Being a recent widow and needing so many questions answered I made an appointment with Attorney Ross Hart. He was very knowledgeable and thorough and helped me understand about financial, legal and powers of attorney concerns that I had. I would highly recommend him. Also, I would like to say that...
Posted by Gigi | March 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
Thank you for your quick and honest answer regarding my legal question. We really appreciate it, thank you again!
Posted by Michelle | June 22, 2018 | Consulted Attorney
Gave our family hope about a matter with real estate sale involving family. Thanks for responding so quickly!!
Posted by Chris | July 24, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Ross addressed my concerns quickly and in enough detail that left me without worries. I would recommend hiring in the future.
"It is clear from Ross's education, experience and responses on AVVO that he is a knowledgeable and capable advocate who cares about his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Not only does Mr. Hart offer excellent advise through Avvo's Q&A forum, he takes time from his personal schedule to help other attorneys through the VAELA organization on a daily basis. Ross has assisted me with a few complex cases, and he offers topnotch legal service to clients. I heartily endorse this attorney."
"Ross is an excellent attorney, gracious and helpful with his colleagues and his community. He is very skilled at identifying creative solutions to complex problems, and he doesn't hesitate to lend a hand to other attorneys working through novel situations. Ross knows how to make the "system" work properly (and holds the system accountable when it fails to do so), and is a diligent and effective advocate for his clients. The legal community is better because Ross is a part of it. He also tells a great story and jokes that will leave you in stitches."
"I endorse this attorney, who provides so generously to the AVVO community and gives sound legal advice."
"Ross Hart is blustery, funny, to the point, a straight shooter who speaks so that you will understand him. He is extraordinarily knowledgeable in the law, and one of the finest attorneys I have had the pleasure to work with. I give him my highest recommendations, and recommend that anyone having an elder law, estate planning, or other concern there in the Salem area speak with Ross before you talk to anyone else."
"Attorney Hart is a class act. He takes the time out with his clients as well as online to make sure they know all the options and have peace of mind. He's a great asset to the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Ross, whether we each represented opposing parties or we are representing the same client; or one of the many times he's just provided sound legal advice. Ross is an exemplary member of the bar."
"I have spoken with Mr. Hart at length about his practice, and reviewed a substantial number of his Avvo contributions. Mr. Hart's dedication to his clients' interests, and his vast wisdom and knowledge of Virginia legal practice---especially as it relates to elder law matters---will benefit any client interested in his legal services. He is honest and respectful with his legal opinions. Attorneys should emulate the quality of his legal and client service, and love for practicing law. I highly recommend Mr. Hart."
"39 years of practicing law is extremely experienced. His knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions and answers to questions posted by the public at large. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him."
"Clear, concise, experienced, and straightforward, Attorney Hart is exactly the kind of attorney I would hire for any member of my family who needed a lawyer. I strongly endorse this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hart is an experienced and skilled attorney as is evident in his many fine contributions to the Avvo legal community. Any client fortunate enough to have him on the case is in excellent hands."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ross has a great reputation as an elder law attorney for his state. His activities within NAELA demonstrate a strong knowledge base."
"The time a lawyer spends giving back through sites like this show passion for the law and compassion for people. Kudos to you for helping others with sage advice."
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2008
Pro-Bono award, Virginia State Bar
1976 - Present
Member, Hart & Hart Attorneys Ltd
2012 - Present
Virginia Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMembere, Board of Directors
2010 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley, Inc.Member, Board of Directors
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
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