John S. Burton, Esq., founder of J.S. Burton, P.L.C., has dedicated nearly two decades to practicing estate planning, asset protection, business, and elder law. Driven by a vision to offer boutique, family office-style legal services, John represents individuals, families, and businesses with a multigenerational perspective. He leverages his unique skills in complex tax planning, trust administration, and business law to develop tailored strategies for each client, ensuring both asset preservation and family harmony. John is recognized as a Certified Estate Planner (C.E.P.) and a Trust and Estate Practitioner (T.E.P.), and is a sought-after speaker and instructor on estate planning and asset protection topics. He holds a degree in Behavioral Psychology from Virginia Wesleyan College and earned his Juris Doctor from Regent University School of Law. John’s commitment to community extends beyond his legal practice, serving as a board member for nonprofits and professional associations. His numerous accolades—including Top Lawyer recognition and awards for client excellence—affirm his reputation as a trusted advisor, expert witness, and advocate for protecting generational wealth.
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Leave a review about your experience with this lawyer.The service provided to my family by John was worth its weight in gold. His follow-up and communication was far better than I expected.
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John was very easy to work with and delivered everything I needed to establish my estate plan. I could not be more pleased with everything he and his staff has done for me.
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Areas of Law
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Trusts and Estates 2
- Estate Planning
- Asset Protection
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Elder Law
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Business Law 1
- Business Planning
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Contracts 1
- Breach of Contract
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Other 13
- Estate and Trust Administration
- Fiduciary, Executor, & Trustee Services
- Guardianships & Conservatorships
- Offshore Estate Planning
- Power of Attorney
- Probate Administration
- Special Needs Planning
- Special Needs Trusts
- Trusts and Estate Planning Strategies
- Trust Litigation
- Wills
- Mediation Services
- Business Formation and Succession
Practice Details
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LanguagesSpanish
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Payment InformationPayment & Cost FeaturesFree initial consultation
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Firm InformationPositionAttorneyFirm NameJ.S. Burton, P.L.C.
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Representative Cases & TransactionsTransactionsThe law firm of J.S. Burton, P.L.C. engages in the following types of legal transactions: Estate Planning (Wills and Trust Strategies), Business Creation, Planning and Succession, Corporate Business Law Representation, Asset Protection Strategies, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning and Appeals, Guardian and Conservatorship Representation, Special Needs Trusts, Nursing Home Litigation, Estate Litigation involving Disputes and Contests, Fiduciary Violations Concerning Trusts, Probate Administration, Trust Administration and Trustee Consultation, Estate Mediation Services, Veterans Long-term Care Benefits, Non-Profit Creation and Advisory Services, Creating Charitable Trusts and Foundations.
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Bar Admission & MembershipsAdmissions2003, Virginia
2003, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
2003, United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
2003, United States Tax Court
2022, District of Columbia
Bar FellowshipAccredited Attorney with the U.S. Veterans Administration; Member, Hampton Roads Estate Planning Council. -
Education & CertificationsLaw SchoolRegent University School of Law
Class of 2002
J.D.
Other EducationVirginia Wesleyan College
Psychology
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477 Viking Drive, Suite 410Virginia Beach, VA 23452U.S.A.
Show on map1750 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1500McLean, VA 22102U.S.A.
Show on map1717 K Street NW, Suite 900Washington, DC 20006U.S.A.
Show on map5425 Discovery Park Boulevard, Suite 101Williamsburg, VA 23188U.S.A.
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McLean, VA
1750 Tysons Boulevard, Suite 1500McLean, VA 22102U.S.A.
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1717 K Street NW, Suite 900Washington, DC 20006U.S.A.
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5425 Discovery Park Boulevard, Suite 101Williamsburg, VA 23188U.S.A.
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Is this attorney admitted to the bar in more than one state?Yes, John S. S. Burton, Esq. is admitted to practice in District of Columbia and Virginia.
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Does this attorney maintain a professional presence on any social networks?Yes, John S. S. Burton, Esq. has a professional profile on LinkedIn.
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Does this attorney speak any other languages?John S. S. Burton, Esq. speaks Spanish.
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Is this attorney Martindale-Hubbell Client Review rated?Yes, John S. S. Burton, Esq. has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.