Protect your children’s inheritance. Avoid probate. Protect your life savings from nursing home costs. Leave a legacy for your children. Make your intentions clear.
Estate planning and elder law planning is a generous act of care for your family. It’s a forward-thinking and compassionate gesture that ensures clarity at a time of confusion and preservation at a time of loss.
Our law firm has witnessed first-hand how families suffer without a clear plan or legal guidance. We can work with you to craft the right plan for you and your loved ones. To schedule your discovery call, please fill out the form on the bottom of this page and we’ll call you shortly.
Our Estate Planning Program
We’ve developed a straightforward estate planning process where we work one-on-one to build your customized, unique plan. Our goal will be to preserve your assets, minimize your costs and create a clear path for your children’s future.
SIMPLE, CUSTOMIZED PLAN
We make your estate planning experience simple yet detailed. We’ll address all of your family’s unique needs. You’ll have a complete estate plan in weeks.
FAIR, FLAT FEE
We don’t charge a lavish hourly rate. We provide exceptional services at a reasonable, flat fee. No surprises. 100% transparency.
PEACE OF MIND
You deserve to stop worrying about the future and start living today. You’ll have peace of mind knowing that you and your family will be well taken care of.
Schedule a time for your initial Discovery Call. Our legal intake specialist will answer your questions, discuss concerns you have for your family, and help you understand the best path forward. Click the button below to schedule your Discovery Call.
Flexible Estate Planning on Your Schedule
Remote Signing for Your Convenience
What’s Included in Your Estate Plan?
WILL
Select who you want to inherit your home, money and other assets (and who to leave out).
LIVING TRUST
Ensure your family will inherit your assets without the delay and expense of probate.
POWER OF ATTORNEY
Choose someone to pay your bills and take care of your money if you need help.
MEDICAL DIRECTIVE
Choose someone to make medical decisions and take care of you if you need help.
We can also help you with Special Needs Planning and Pet Trusts.
WHY OUR CLIENTS CHOOSE US
The Speedwell team created a complete estate planning package for me (trust, will, advanced medical directive, power of attorney, amongst others). Their multi-part process and Misha’s excellent way of breaking down the decision poi ts made it easy to understand. I very much appreciated his attention to the tiniest details and their implications. I highly recommend Speedwell for estate planning.
Melissa K.
The level of expertise, responsiveness, professionalism, and eventual interpersonal attention exhibited by attorney Michael "Misha" Gill, is truly outstanding. In our case, a trust involved out of state property coordination. Such matters are so important for proper legal structuring. Highly, highly recommend.
Book R.
Misha (Michael Gill) is one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. He is highly knowledgeable, patient, kind, and easy to relate to. I would strongly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.
Esther D.
LEARN FROM OUR VIDEOS
Here are answers to common estate planning questions that can help you start thinking about your estate plan today.
Learn why you need an advance medical directive.
Learn how to protect your children’s inheritance from distant relatives.
Learn why you shouldn’t let the probate court dictate how your children inherit your assets.
What Happens If You Don’t Have An Estate Plan?
NO CONTROL
Suddenly “other people” will decide your fate if you become disabled or lose your mental faculties. You’ll lose control of your assets and your medical care decisions.
COSTLY PROBATE
Your children might suffer the emotional distress of probate court: the endless delays; the expensive costs; only to be dragged into court and have their lives become public record.
NO INHERITANCE
Your children might be left with pennies on the dollar because of expensive probate costs and litigation with family members who want a piece of your money.
WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU
In addition to helping you create your estate plan, we can also guide your family through court proceedings.
ESTATE PLANNING
We help protect families by creating custom wills, living trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and many more.
GUARDIANSHIPS AND CONSERVATORSHIPS
As a court-appointed guardian, our attorney represents families in court for guardianship and conservatorship proceedings in the event of mental or physical incapacity.
PROBATE AND TRUST ADMINISTRATION
If someone in your family passed away, we can guide you through the Alexandria probate court process and can help you administer your loved one’s trust.
WHAT’S DIFFERENT ABOUT WORKING WITH US?
FULL SERVICE
Other attorneys offer instructions and ask you to do the work. We handle everything for you from start to finish.
FAIR, FLAT FEE
Other attorneys charge a lavish hourly rate. We have a reasonable, flat fee so there are no surprises.
FAST & SIMPLE
Other attorneys make the process drawn out and complicated. We’ve created a process that makes it simple and painless.
MEET OUR TEAM
Hi, we’re Speedwell Law, your estate planning and elder law team based in Alexandria, Virginia. Every day, our team has the privilege of helping families plan for a better future.
Guided by our motto, ‘If you’re focused on the well-being of others, good things will happen to you and those around you,’ our client interactions are meaningful and effective.
We describe our practice as focusing on ‘personal legal affairs’ because estate and elder law planning often encompass a variety of legal areas—family law, contracts, business, and real estate law, among others. Our founder, Michael ‘Misha’ Gill, brings his background in business, finance, and entrepreneurship to the table, providing well-rounded guidance on all aspects of personal legal affairs.
Let’s connect and talk about how we can assist your family. Click the button below to schedule your discovery call with us.
Estate Planning FAQs
What does an estate planning attorney do in Virginia?
An estate planning attorney helps you structure your assets, documents, and decision-making authority so your wishes are carried out efficiently, legally, and with minimal burden on your family. At Speedwell Law, we design plans not just to look good on paper, but to actually function when they’re needed.
Does estate planning avoid probate?
Proper estate planning can significantly reduce or eliminate probate, depending on your assets and goals. Avoiding unnecessary court involvement requires more than documents—it requires correct asset titling and ongoing coordination over time.
How long should estate settlement take in Virginia?
Estate settlement typically takes 1-2 years. Proper planning can allow for settlement to occur in as little as 6-12 months, but it is highly fact dependent.
What happens if Speedwell Law serves as executor or trustee?
When we serve as executor or trustee, we take full responsibility for administration, oversight, and execution. Our role includes ensuring assets are properly coordinated, deadlines are met, and the estate moves efficiently toward settlement.
Do I need to come into the office to complete the process?
Yes. While your Design Meeting and Document Review (“Doc Tour”) are typically held virtually (with an in-person option available), the signing ceremony is conducted in person at our office.
Do I need to provide witnesses?
No, you do not need to bring witnesses. We will provide them for you. The only exception is if you choose a remote signing procedure, in which case you will need to arrange your own witnesses.
Will I receive physical copies of my documents?
Yes. You will receive your original signed documents on the same day as your signing ceremony. We provide digital copies of draft documents during the planning process. If you would like printed drafts before signing, they are available for a per-page fee.
Is parking available at your offices?
Parking availability depends on the location. At our Alexandria office, there is street parking only and no dedicated free parking. At our Merrifield office, free garage parking is available for your convenience.
Do you offer after-hours or weekend appointments?
No. We prioritize a healthy work-life balance for our team and do not offer appointments outside of regular business hours.
Do you offer rush services?
Yes, but only for genuine medical emergencies. Travel plans, vacations, or convenience-based requests do not qualify for expedited service.
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