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%

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 13 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2012

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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 1 - 5 of 17 reviews | Trustworthiness

Posted by THEO | November 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

THE BEST OF THE BEST

John Andrew Pierce is, without question, the best lawyer I’ve ever worked with, and I genuinely could not have achieved this without him. From our very first conversation, it was clear that I was dealing with a true expert. He was transparent about the challenges of restoring my rights, explaining th...at nothing was guaranteed, but his confidence and knowledge immediately put me at ease. He didn’t just tell me we had a good chance—he made me believe it, and that belief carried me through this process. What truly sets John apart is his ability to simplify even the most complex legal processes. He laid everything out step by step, ensuring I fully understood what was required and making it incredibly easy to follow his instructions. His approach was so seamless that all I had to do was answer his questions and trust his guidance. Throughout it all, he remained patient, responsive, and always available to address my concerns. He made me feel like my case was as important to him as it was to me. The result? Success. John achieved what felt impossible—he restored my rights. This is something I could never have accomplished on my own. His expertise, professionalism, and dedication are unmatched, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Even if the outcome had been different, I would still consider him the best lawyer I’ve ever encountered because of the way he handled my case with precision, care, and an unparalleled level of skill. Thanks to John, I feel like a new chapter has opened in my life. The weight I carried for so long is gone, and I am forever grateful to him for making that possible. If you’re looking for a lawyer who will fight for you, guide you, and deliver exceptional results, John Andrew Pierce is the one. Thank you, John, for being the best at what you do.

Posted by Joe | August 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Civil Rights

Great Lawyer

Attorney John Andrew was an invaluable resource when it came to petitioning for my rights to be restored. Mr. Andrew was easy to talk to and explained complicated legal information in an easy to process way. I consulted with a handful of reputable legal firms in the N. VA area and I felt very confi...dent being represented by Mr. Andrew. I found John to be very honest and non-judgmental with his approach and counseling. I am extremely happy to have John. I truly appreciate all that he has helped me with in restoring my rights to bear arms.

Posted by London | April 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Super happy. Worth twice the price.

Mr Pierce is a wonderful lawyer. Hiring him for my restoration was the best choice I could have made. Professional, knowledgeable, and helpful, Mr. Pierce walked me through the whole process and explained in great detail what would be required. Of course, no case is 100% guaranteed, but Mr. Pierce's ...manner and background lent me the confidence to proceed to trial, with success. 10/10 would hire again.

Posted by Joseph | April 03, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law

VA Gun Rights Restoration

John Pierce is the best representation option in my opinion! He is very thorough with his knowledge and explains in detail the process with the first call to him. He is honest with his answers, and has responded to every call I made to him whenever I had questions throughout the entire process. His p...ricing is extremely fair, (is set pricing too) and he has won the very cases that they cited in my hearing as the criteria for gun rights restoration. In my particular scenario I had received a felony for Possession With Intent to Distribute (PWID) Marijuana back in 2012 in Fairfax County, which is far from his office but he makes the trip up here very frequently and is very recognized by the personnel in the Fairfax County Court House. The PWID marijuana was my only conviction other than traffic violations. Not everyone is guaranteed when they petition, but I was happy to have Mr. Pierce and his exceptional professionalism in my corner to guide my aim when we took our shot. Now as of yesterday, I'm redeemed and my gun rights are restored!

Posted by Dustin | August 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Gun Law

Gun rights restoration

I would like to begin by saying I have never felt so good about hiring someone as I have with John. I reached out to him after glancing at some of the amazing reviews former clients had posted. After speaking with John on the phone briefly I instantly knew that I was in capable hands. He explained ev...erything in a simple manner and walked me through step by step of how the process would go. At no time did I ever have doubts or reservations about my choice in council. I've had attorneys in the past for various situations. Each time I found it was a chore to get in contact with them, or I would leave a conversation feeling uneasy and lacking confidence. I experienced none of this while working with John. In fact it was the exact opposite. I felt assured John would do whatever it took to see that I had my 2nd amendment privledges reinstated. Getting in touch was never an issue. Each and Everytime I reached out to John whether it was by phone, text or email he always answered and replied immediately. John's knowledge of firearms laws and rights restoration is extremely extensive. Not once did a question of mine go unanswered. The entire process was smooth and surprisingly simple thanks to him. John even convinced the judge in my county to restore my rights without a court appearance! Without revealing details, my background isn't the greatest. I have multiple felonies on my record. The fact that John was able to get my rights restored without appearing in court is downright amazing and is just another testament to his abilities within his craft. If your looking to have your rights restored or anything pertaining to firearms law, and you want the absolute best attorney possible, John Pierce is your guy. Did I mention he's extremely affordable as well?

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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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