Atty. John G Bentley

Atty. John G Bentley

John G Bentley is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, litigation. John received a B.A. degree from Albion College and University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Herndon Herndon 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About John G Bentley at a glance

John G Bentley is a estate planning, business, and litigation attorney based in Herndon, Virginia. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1973), District of Columbia (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979). Educated at Albion College and University of Michigan (J.D., 1973) and Albion College and University of Michigan (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Herndon, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John G Bentley is a lawyer practicing business, estate planning, litigation
  • John received a B.A. degree from Albion College and University of Michigan in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices in Herndon, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John G Bentley's Areas of Practice

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

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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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John G Bentley is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John G Bentley is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Herndon 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 G Bentley

Where is John G Bentley's law office located?
John G Bentley's law practice is located in Herndon, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John G Bentley handle?
John G Bentley focuses on estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John G Bentley practiced law?
John G Bentley has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did John G Bentley go to law school?
John G Bentley earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John G Bentley for a consultation?
You can contact John G Bentley 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 John G Bentley received?
John G Bentley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albion College and University of Michigan
- 1973
B.A.
Albion College and University of Michigan
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1973
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Claims Court and U.S. District Court, District of Columbia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1994
Virginia
Admitted: 1995

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