Atty. Julie Simantiras
Julie Simantiras, Partner and Probate Practice Chair, focuses her practice on estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, guardianships, and conservatorships. Julie began her career in probate and learned early on the ramifications of leaving loved ones behind, especially without an estate plan in place.
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About Julie Simantiras at a glance
Julie Simantiras is a trusts attorney based in Fairfax, Virginia, practicing at The Geller Law Group. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Admitted to practice in Virginia, Virginia State Bar (2015). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2022 – 2024 (2026). Serands clients in Fairfax, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Julie Simantiras, Partner and Probate Practice Chair, focuses her practice on estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, guardianships, and conservatorships
- Julie began her career in probate and learned early on the ramifications of leaving loved ones behind, especially without an estate plan in place
- Julie guides clients through all aspects of the probate process, taking the time to ensure her clients understand each step of the way
- She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience from administering insolvent estates to multimillion-dollar probate estates
- Julie also assists clients in need of setting up a guardianship or conservatorship for their loved ones, and the filings and administration that follow
- Julie devotes her practice to educating and assisting clients with their own estate planning as well
- Julie’s probate background and experience bring a unique perspective when developing comprehensive estate plans for her clients and their families
- Julie graduated magna cum laude from the University of Baltimore School of Law
- During law school, Julie participated in the Civil Advocacy Clinic and was a member of the National Telecommunications Moot Court Team
- She completed her undergraduate degree at Pennsylvania State University, graduating magna cum laude, with a semester abroad studying in London, England
- Julie lives in Washington, DC with her husband
- She enjoys spending time with family, running marathons, and traveling to new places across the country and abroad
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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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