HOW WE HELP

Practice Areas

From estate planning to probate, we walk with families through every stage of planning for and navigating life’s biggest transitions.

Practice Areas

OUR PRACTICE AREAS

How can we help you?

Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning

Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning

Planning for your eventual passing is a practical and thoughtful way to care for your loved ones. We create highly accurate and personalized wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents so that you can provide for your loved ones, protect your assets, and distribute your possessions exactly how you want after you pass.

Elder Planning & Elder Law

Elder Planning & Elder Law

We believe proactive planning is the key to aging well. We help you create a plan ahead of time so you can remain in control of future decisions, prevent unnecessary burdens on your loved ones, and protect yourself from abuse or neglect throughout your later years.

Ethical Wills

Ethical Wills

Essential as wills and trusts may be, they pale in comparison with the significance of an ethical will. Ethical wills are designed to pass on the invaluable: your beliefs, values, and important life lessons. Our clients’ families treasure this kind of inheritance more than any other.

Probate & Estate Administration

Probate & Estate Administration

We understand that the grief families experience when a loved one dies can be overwhelming. We help you navigate probate or the appropriate estate administration process with empathy and care — getting you and your family through with minimal disputes and stress.

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

Why clients choose the relational approach

Families across Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley trust us with what matters most because we combine legal expertise with genuine care and long-term support.

★★★★★

Rated 5.0 from 381+ Google Reviews

Clear and Concise

“Josh provided clear and concise recommendations about estate documents that we required. He provided an updated will and power of attorney and medical directive at a reasonable price. Office staff was most friendly and helpful.”

— Chris

Outstanding Legal Services

“We hired Josh to write a will, advanced medical directive, and power of attorney for my wife and I. From the initial consultation until delivery of the final certified documents, Josh’s service was outstanding. He explained everything clearly, kept us informed throughout the process, and delivered a binder not only with the documents, but with complete explanations and instructions for the use of each one. I recommend him wholeheartedly.”

— Dave

Patient and Professional

“Josh and team are extremely professional and attentive with these complicated matters in Estate planning. I was impressed with their attention to detail and patience in helping my father in law who does not speak English well set up a Trust. At every step from the initial meeting to the final signing they explain everything in plain English. We finalized the trust and left confident knowing we have a good plan in place. I highly recommend.”

— Erwin G.

A Great Decision

“Thinking about setting up an estate plan can feel overwhelming. I interviewed three law firms and ultimately chose Relational Estate & Elder Law, and it was a great decision. Their team is professional, thorough, and patient. They walked me step by step through creating my plan, answered countless questions, and continued to be responsive even after the signing of documents. I felt genuinely well taken care of and confident in the direction I chose. Most importantly, I now have peace of mind knowing my family will be prepared if and when something happens to me. Highly recommend.”

— Kaye P.

By Far the Best

“Came here for family trust planning. Words can’t express how satisfied I am working with the whole team here. They walked through each step and taught us all that we needed to know. They turned this potentially complicated process into a smooth one. This is BY FAR the best law group I’ve worked with. Would highly recommend.”

— Jim M.

YOUR FAMILY’S FUTURE

Let’s create a plan that gives your family clarity and peace of mind.

Whether you’re creating your first estate plan or updating an existing one, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence.

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WHAT WE OFFER

A Complete Estate Plan

  • Wills & Revocable Trusts
  • Powers of Attorney
  • Healthcare Directives
  • Legacy & Asset Protection