Atty. John L. Laster

Atty. John L. Laster

John L. Laster is a lawyer practicing wills and probate, guardianship and conservatorship, trusts and estates and 7 other areas of law.

Falls Church Falls Church 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About John L. Laster at a glance

John L. Laster is a Member based in Falls Church, Virginia. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1979), Maryland (1993), and Virginia (1995). Educated at Catholic University (J.D., 1979) and Oberlin College (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State and American Bar Associations Virginia State Bar District of Columbia Bar District of Columbia Estate Planning Council National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Falls Church, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L. Laster is a lawyer practicing wills and probate, guardianship and conservatorship, trusts and estates and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Oberlin College in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • John practices in Falls Church, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Laster's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

John L. Laster 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.

John L. Laster is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →

Power of Attorney

John L. Laster is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Virginia →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

John L. Laster is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Falls Church 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 L. Laster

Where is John L. Laster's law office located?
John L. Laster's law practice is located in Falls Church, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Laster handle?
John L. Laster focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John L. Laster practiced law?
John L. Laster has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did John L. Laster go to law school?
John L. Laster earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact John L. Laster for a consultation?
You can contact John L. Laster 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 L. Laster received?
John L. Laster's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Catholic University
- 1979
A.B.
Oberlin College
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Maryland
Admitted: 1993
Virginia
Admitted: 1995

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