John Andrew Pierce

John Andrew Pierce

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 13 years

Trusts Lawyer at Bristol, VA
Practice Areas: Trusts, Civil Rights, Estate Planning

55 Brookdale Cir, Bristol, VA

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Trusts 80%

I offer flat-fee NFA trusts that are designed to meet the unique needs of those who wish to take advantage of the many benefits offered by using a trust to acquire and own an NFA firearms collection.

14 years | 1,500 cases

80%
Civil Rights 15%

I assist clients in petitioning the governor for a restoration of their political rights and subsequently petitioning the courts for a restoration of the right to own firearms.

14 years | 25 cases

15%
Estate Planning 5%

I offer flat-fee basic estate planning services which includes a will, a health care directive, and a durable power of attorney. I also offer more complex estate planning services including testamentary trusts and pour-over wills.

14 years | 10 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

Active

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Location

Law Offices of John Andrew Pierce

55 Brookdale Cir, Bristol, VA, 24201-1601

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John Andrew Pierce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

363 Client Reviews

Showing 131 - 135 of 157 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Steve | December 02, 2014 | Gun Law

So thankful for John

In just a couple of months, John did what I had been unable to do for nearly 2 years regarding a restoration of gun rights issue. John has been proactive in communications and quite effective in dealing with an incident from nearly 35 years ago. He has lifted such a heavy weight from my shoulder...s and given me hope this will soon be completely resolved. He was worth several times what he charged, and I thank God for him. Great experience, I highly recommend him. He restored my faith in the legal profession. :-)

Posted by Stacey | December 01, 2014 | Trusts

NFA Trust

I called Mr. Pierce up, asked him a few questions and got the answers that I needed, and hung up. Called again three days later, got his voicemail, and before I could leave a message he was returning my call. I asked a couple more questions, which he promptly answered and hung up again. Next day, ...I called...He answered.. This time, I answered a couple questions for him, and he had my NFA Trust next day. Excellent to work with. My Thanks to Mr. Pierce.

Posted by Dave | November 24, 2014 | Gun Law

Arms/Class III Trust

John was very friendly over the phone. We have not met in person although I'm sure it would be a great experience. He is an advocate for our 2nd ammendment right and efficiently expedited my trust to procure class III tax stamps from the BATFE. I would highly recommend him to anyone intersested in... this service. HIs price is very reasonable.

Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2014 | Trusts

An incredibly friendly, responsive, knowledgeable, firearms friendly lawyer!

I initially contacted John via e-mail after business hours to inquire about an NFA trust. Instead of getting an e-mail back the next day, I got a call that evening. John asked me questions related to the trust creation that I hadn't thought of and had it created that same evening. Following that e...xperience, I worked with John to create a sales contract, and most recently with questions related to the creation of an LLC. Given the potential penalties for violating BATFE rules and regulations, having a friendly, knowledgeable, firearms friendly lawyer available is invaluable!

Posted by Walker | October 13, 2014 | Trusts

NFA Trust And Gun Trust Package

John was very responsive, helpful and prompt. After having difficulty finding someone who could do a NFA trust at a reasonable price, I am glad I went with him for this service. Thank you very much.

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John Andrew Pierce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Pettersen-Scott

Trusts lawyer | Aug 09

Relationship: Friend

"John Pierce is highly dedicated. His work ethic is impressive and it shows that he loves what he does. He is an incredibly knowledgeable and highly competent firearms law attorney. I am fortunate to count John as a trusted colleague."

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Robert Herron

Trusts lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Pierce is at the top of his field. He is well respected and trusted by his clients, as well as fellow attorneys. I strongly endorse Mr. Pierce as an effective attorney."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Owner, The Law Office of John Pierce, Esq.

1997 - 2003

Founding Partner, SpeedScape, LLC

Associations

2015 - Present

ABA 2nd Amendment Civil Rights Litigation Subcommittee

Chairman

1996 - Present

Virginia Citizens Defense League

Executive Member Legal Advisory Committee

Education

2012

Hamline University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

George Mason University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

Publications

2012

US News & World Report Open Carry Laws Benefit Public Safety

2010

US News & World Report Why 'Open Carry' Gun Laws Work

Languages

English

Activity

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