Atty. Peter A. Arntson

Atty. Peter A. Arntson

Peter A. Arntson is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, probate and 3 other areas of law.

Fairfax Fairfax 61 J. Erfahrung 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter A. Arntson at a glance

Peter A. Arntson is a Retired Partner based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at McCandlish & Lillard, P.C.. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1965), U.S. Tax Court (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1973). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D. Georgetown, 1965) and University of Virginia (B.A. History, 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Tax Section, 1978-1979, Fairfax, Virginia and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter A. Arntson is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, wills, probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1960, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Peter practices at McCandlish & Lillard, P.C. in Fairfax, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter A. Arntson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter A. Arntson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Peter A. Arntson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Virginia →

Trusts

Peter A. Arntson is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairfax are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter A. Arntson

Where is Peter A. Arntson's law office located?
Peter A. Arntson's law practice is located in Fairfax, Virginia. The firm is McCandlish & Lillard, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter A. Arntson handle?
Peter A. Arntson focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Peter A. Arntson practiced law?
Peter A. Arntson has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Peter A. Arntson go to law school?
Peter A. Arntson earned their education at (J.D. Georgetown, 1965); (B.A. History, 1960).
How can I contact Peter A. Arntson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter A. Arntson received?
Peter A. Arntson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Georgetown
University of Virginia
- 1965
B.A. History
University of Virginia
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1973

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