Atty. M. Garey Eakes
M. Garey Eakes is a lawyer practicing elder law, long term care, medicare and medicaid and 4 other areas of law.
Elder Law & More Attorney · Serving Arlington, VA · 43+ Years Experience
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About M. Garey Eakes at a Glance
M. Garey Eakes is a trusts, estate planning, ssd, poa, and elder law attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1983), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1985), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at Washington College of Law of The American University (J.D., 1983) and The American University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About M. Garey Eakes
- M. Garey Eakes is a lawyer practicing elder law, long term care, medicare and medicaid and 4 other areas of law
- M. Garey received a B.A. degree from The American University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
- M. Garey practices in Arlington, VA
Practice Areas Explained
M. Garey Eakes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases M. Garey Eakes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Arlington.
Trusts in Arlington
M. Garey Eakes is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Virginia →
Estate Planning & Probate in Arlington
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
M. Garey Eakes is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Virginia →
Social Security Disability in Arlington
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
M. Garey Eakes is one of 26,311 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Virginia →
Power of Attorney in Arlington
M. Garey Eakes is one of 32,920 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in Virginia →
Elder Law in Arlington
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
M. Garey Eakes is one of 52,999 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Arlington
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 Arlington 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 venue, 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.
Arlington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Arlington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Arlington Choose M. Garey Eakes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish M. Garey Eakes's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, ssd, poa, and elder law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
M. Garey Eakes brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, M. Garey Eakes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and ssd, M. Garey Eakes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Arlington
A Arlington-based practice means M. Garey Eakes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues M. Garey Eakes Handles in Arlington
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