Atty. John Decker Bristow

Atty. John Decker Bristow

John Decker Bristow is a lawyer practicing trust and estate administration, trust and estate taxation, estate planning and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Decker Bristow at a glance

John Decker Bristow is a Member based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Armstrong Bristow Farley & Schwarzschild PLC. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and estate tax. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2000) and Virginia (2001). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 2000) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of American Bar Association Virginia Bar Association. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Decker Bristow is a lawyer practicing trust and estate administration, trust and estate taxation, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • John practices at Armstrong Bristow Farley & Schwarzschild PLC in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Decker Bristow's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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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Estate & Gift Tax

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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 Richmond 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 John Decker Bristow

Where is John Decker Bristow's law office located?
John Decker Bristow's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Armstrong Bristow Farley & Schwarzschild PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Decker Bristow handle?
John Decker Bristow focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, estate tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Decker Bristow practiced law?
John Decker Bristow has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did John Decker Bristow go to law school?
John Decker Bristow earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1992).
How can I contact John Decker Bristow for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Decker Bristow received?
John Decker Bristow's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 2000
B.S.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2000
Virginia
Admitted: 2001

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