Atty. Edward Kessel

Atty. Edward Kessel

Edward Kessel is a lawyer practicing family wealth transfer, estate planning, federal estate and gift taxation and 1 other area of law. Edward received a A.B. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1957, and has been licensed for 61 years.

Springfield Springfield 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Edward Kessel at a glance

Edward Kessel is a trusts, estate planning, tax, and estate tax attorney based in Springfield, Virginia. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (Inactive) (1965). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1960) and Pennsylvania State University (A.B., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Springfield, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Edward Kessel is a lawyer practicing family wealth transfer, estate planning, federal estate and gift taxation and 1 other area of law
  • Edward received a A.B. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1957, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Edward practices in Springfield, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Kessel's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Edward Kessel is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →

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.

Edward Kessel is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Tax Law

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

Edward Kessel is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Virginia →

Estate & Gift Tax

Edward Kessel is one of 3,765 estate tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate tax attorneys in Virginia →

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 Springfield 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 Edward Kessel

Where is Edward Kessel's law office located?
Edward Kessel's law practice is located in Springfield, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Kessel handle?
Edward Kessel focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Edward Kessel practiced law?
Edward Kessel has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Edward Kessel go to law school?
Edward Kessel earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (A.B., 1957).
How can I contact Edward Kessel for a consultation?
You can contact Edward Kessel directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Edward Kessel received?
Edward Kessel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1960
A.B.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania (Inactive)
Admitted: 1965

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