Reviews

Joan Fine has been my lawyer since 2015. She has represented me on several issues. She represented me in legal action against a fraudulent building contractor with an outcome as good as possible under the circumstances. She has done real estate contracts and lease agreement work with me and I have been very pleased with the results. She saved my bacon on a 1031 exchange that would have gone wrong had she not double checked the work of the out of state attorney that handled the exchange in the other state. All and all, Joan has been a great lawyer and a good contact that knows who's who in the local community. I highly recommend Joan Fine for any legal work or information gathering concerning the local community.

When a former teacher of mine passed away, I became responsible in handling their estate. From day one, Joan has been there to help guide me through the process. Whether it be by phone, email, or in person, her responses are quick and to the point. Definitely would recommend her services.

I was unprepared when my loving wife of 44-years became terminally afflicted with metastasized brain cancer in January 2017. For the next 14-months I was her primary caregiver. We were both only focused of her recovery and never considered whether her 28-year-old hand-written Last Will and Testament from South Carolina, would be accepted in Virginia. When my wife died in February 2018, it was hard enough to deal with my loss but, this problem was made considerably worse when the Virginia Circuit Court would not accept her Will. I was informed that her death would need to be filed Intestate (without a Will) in accordance with Virginia State Law. I also had credit problems, so I was unable to secure a bond from a Bonding Agency to secure my wife's Estate and, therefore did not have the ability to receive payment from her Life Insurance policy. After talking with one Law Firm who wanted a retainer of $2500 to litigate my case, I continued to search for another attorney. I was referred to a Winchester attorney, Joan Fine, who wasted no time investigating my wife's Will at the Courthouse and resolved my legal matters in less than 3-days. I was greatly relieved to be named Executor to my wife's Estate without need of a Bonding Agency, and Joan Fine only minimally charged me for her actual time of 1-hour. Before my wife had become retired in 2014, she was a part-time paralegal who referred to most lawyers as “sharks”. However, I am grateful to have found Joan Fine -- an honest and exceptional Estate Attorney who put her client’s needs ahead of herself.

Just moved into the area not even finished unpacking and out of nowhere I get harassed with a lawsuit from a family member. I knew my innocence, however, I felt that I should seek legal representation as to not make costly mistake. Definitely made the write call and even better found Joan Fine searching on the world wide web. At the consultation meeting Ms. Fine was exact on what we should do and had me feeling at ease immediately. I knew I found the professional representation that I could trust. The opposing party pleaded no case at the time of the court hearing and I have Ms. Fine to thank for that. I will definitely seek her professional legal services when needed and recommend her highly.

Joan, was very helpful with the advise she gave me regarding an agreement I was reviewing. I will consult Joan again for my future Business needs.

We have used Joan on numerous occasions dealing with my fathers retirement from our corporation. She was able to give him the proper advice he needed to prepare for the transition, and us the guidance to achieve it the most effective way. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing Will or Estate planning or contract advice!

Recently, my aunt moved from another state to Virginia and we needed to have her POAs and will updated. We met with Ms. Fine and she reviewed our existing documents and provided use with recommendations. We had questions and she was very knowledgeable and patient as provided us with answers. We had all our documents updated and we now have the peace of mind knowing that all my aunts legal documents are in order. Thank you Joan Fine!

Joan's advice has always been meticulously researched, sound, and delivered in clear, understandable terms. She has cheerfully and skilfully helped us through some very difficult times.

Mrs. Fine has represented myself in both professional and personal cases in General District and Circuit Court. In each instance, she is thorough, honest, diligent, and works to efficiently research case law and opinions, covering all possible angles so as to make well informed and calculated recommendations to move the case forward to a favorable outcome for her client. She is without hesitation my first and only choice for legal representation.

Joan read over my standard tenant lease and found it heavily favored my commercial tenants. She has re-worked it to be more of a "landlord's lease" without making it unreasonable. She was so helpful--she caught some phrases and re-worded them that I hadn't even considered. She really had my best interests at heart. I will not hesitate to consult with/hire Joan again when needed, and will refer her at every opportunity.

Hired Joan long distance after consulting with several other attorneys over the telephone. Joan asked the best questions and really did some research before either of us committed to the attorney/client relationship. Our case is in early stages at this time, but I have great faith in Joan's ability.

Joan Fine has been everything i want and expect in a lawyer. She assisted me in drafting my end of life documents. She also helped me with an embezzlement situation, counseling me and drafting the needed documents. She is always accessible and makes legal issues remarkably clear.