Burgundy Lee Niles, Estate Planning Attorney in Alexandria, Virginia

Burgundy concentrates on estate planning, poa, probate, trusts, and elder law. Each area below outlines the kind of case Burgundy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• POA

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• Probate

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• Trusts

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• Elder Law

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Burgundy's primary office is at 111 N Patrick St # 2, Alexandria, VA, 22314-3024. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Burgundy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Burgundy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Burgundy for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Burgundy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Burgundy offer a free consultation?

  Burgundy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Burgundy's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Burgundy's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in Virginia typically take?

  Simple estate planning matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Burgundy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Burgundy take my case if I'm outside Alexandria?

  Burgundy is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Burgundy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Burgundy?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Burgundy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Burgundy accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Burgundy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.