Ross Cameron Hart

Ross Cameron Hart

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 49 years

Elder law Lawyer at Salem, VA
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Guardianship, Wills & Living Wills ... +5 more

40 W. Main Street, Salem, VA

About Ross

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Elder Law 24%

I am a member of the National Academy of Elder Law attorneys (NAELA) and on the Board of Directors of the Virginia Chapter of NAELA.

31 years | 350 cases

24%
Guardianship 22%

This is a part of my ElderLaw practice - I routinely appear in all aspects of adult guardianship proceedings and act as guardian for a number of individuals who do not have responsible family members to help them.

46 years | 250 cases

22%
Estate Planning 15%

This is part of my Elder-Law and Wills and Estates practice. I have significant experience helping plan the smooth transfer of property to family and significant others, or to charity. I apply knowledge of the probate process to your plan.

47 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Probate 15%

We help families evaluate and handle the probate of a family members estate - whether there is a will or not. It is important to get to a lawyer BEFORE going to the courthouse and opening an estate as there may be simpler choices available.

43 years | 200 cases

15%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

I work with individuals and their spouses to craft a plan that's easy and inexpensive for their heirs to implement but meets the goals of the client and protects young children. This is part of my 'estate planning' practice

51 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Medicaid and Medicare 5%

This is part of my Elder Law and Guardianship practice

25 years | 102 cases

5%
Power of Attorney 3%

A power of attorney is a designation of someone to act as agent for the individual 'giving' the power. It is a very powerful document and dangerous if misused. We instruct agents on their duties and help families in cases of abuse.

38 years | 50 cases

3%
Real Estate 1%

My firm and family has handled real estate for over 100 years; I only handle real estate problems - partition, boundary issues, etc. and no longer do transactional (closings) real estate. Other lawyers consult me on issues they have.

51 years | 1,000 cases

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 300-360 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 49 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1976

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Hart and Hart Attorneys Ltd.

40 W. Main Street, Salem, VA, 24153

Law Offices of Ross Cameron Hart

40 West Main Street, P.O. Box 567, Salem, VA, 24153

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Ross Cameron Hart's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Seth | June 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

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

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Consulted and Hired

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... you will be greeted by a very nice and personable lady when you enter the Hart & Hart office building.

Posted by Gigi | March 10, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Thank you!

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

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Quick response!

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

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Quick, friendly, and to the point.

Ross addressed my concerns quickly and in enough detail that left me without worries. I would recommend hiring in the future.

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Ross Cameron Hart's Lawyer Endorsements

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Melissa Cefalu

Elder law lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Ryan Pry

Elder law lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Amanda Foster

Elder law lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Scottie Leming

Elder law lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this attorney, who provides so generously to the AVVO community and gives sound legal advice."

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Susan Jean

Elder law lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Kia Kondori

Elder law lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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James Steele

Landlord or tenant lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Timothy Johnson

Elder law lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Elder law lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Rixon Rafter

Wills and living wills lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Vance Davis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Lawrence Friedman

Elder law lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Other

"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."

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2008

Pro-Bono award, Virginia State Bar

Work Experience

1976 - Present

Member, Hart & Hart Attorneys Ltd

Associations

2012 - Present

Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Membere, Board of Directors

2010 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

2009 - Present

Legal Aid Society of Roanoke Valley, Inc.

Member, Board of Directors

Education

1976

University of Virginia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1973

Monmouth College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Annual Ethics seminar - panelist

Legal Ethics

Languages

English

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