Maria T Patente
Google Rating
4.7(13 reviews)
- 10432 Balls Ford Rd #300 Manassas, VA 20109
- +1-800-995-5108
- No email available
About:
THIS LAW FIRM ACTS AS A DEBT COLLECTOR. COMMUNICATIONS WITH THIS LAW FIRM MAY BE USED TO COLLECT ON A DEBT. **PLEASE NOTE: All new clients must complete a conflict of interest check before this law firm can provide legal services. Please do not send details about your case to the law firm until we have verified that representing you would not create a conflict of interest. Sending information about your case to the law firm without an invitation to do so does not create an attorney-client relationship and the information that you send is not protected by the attorney-client privilege. *** As a Virginia licensed attorney with more than a decade of experience, I have represented and successfully counseled and advocated for a diverse group of clients, ranging from successful businesses to vulnerable individuals. The law firm offers a wide range of services including civil litigation, housing law, real estate law, estate planning, guardianships and conservatorships, collections, landlord-tenant law, contract and business law, protective orders and mental health law. My education includes a Juris Doctor degree from the American University Washington College of Law and a Master of Business Administration from the San Francisco State University. My education in the school of life provided me with diverse work experiences and the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds. I am an active member of numerous bar associations and community organizations including the Women's Bar Association of Washington DC, the Fairfax Bar Association, the Academy of Special Needs Planners, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Virginia Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and Women in Film and Video. I also work as a Guardian Ad Litem for incapacitated adults and children in Virginia. I am currently active and in good standing with the bar of Virginia, Washington D.C., and New York.
Jurisdiction:District of Columbia, New York, Virginia
Practice Area
Elder Law
Supports older survivors with guardianship threats, financial exploitation, care planning, protection orders, safe housing transitions, and coordination with Adult Protective Services and family.
Housing/Landlord-Tenant
Secures lock changes, lease breaks, transfers, and eviction defenses; enforces housing rights to keep survivors safe and free from abuser-caused damages or disturbances.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Juvenile/Dependency
Advocates in CPS cases to separate perpetrator from protective parent, ensure safe visitation, reasonable services, and trauma-informed findings without punishing the survivor.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
Associations
Member
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Terri Driver
"Maria was expedient, thorough, and kind throughout all of our interactions. We received all of the documents we needed in a timely manner at a very reasonable price. Maria also provided follow up instructions along the way to make sure we understood what steps were next. I would highly recommend Maria Patente for any estate planning needs you have."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
John Kirk
"Maria is great! From the very first consultation call to the final documents being filed at the courthouse, she was up front, clear, knowledgeable, and caring. My case was very complex and emotional as I evicted my disabled adult child in order to sell the house. My daughter had free legal services so exploited the system to delay - including a protective order. Maria was correct about everything she forecasted and guided me through the legal process. We worked together for 10 months! Her advice and advocacy was invaluable! I could not have done it without her strength, courage, and empathy. Her fees were very reasonable and she was worth every penny. I recommend her without reservation."
RATED 5.0
May 10, 2025via Google
Edward Kim
"Maria was extremely knowledgeable and great to work with. She is highly recommended!"
RATED 5.0
Mar 10, 2025via Google
Tom Hill
"Maria Patente is easily one of the best attorneys I have ever worked with. I had a consultation session with Maria and was very impressed with Maria's expertise and professionalism. She answered all my questions with great patience and provided highly valued advices. I am certain she is among the best practicing law in Virginia. I highly recommend her for any legal help."
RATED 5.0
Feb 10, 2025via Google
Ivonne Barrantes
"I deeply appreciate to Maria Patente the way she conducted my legal cases. As an attorney she is the best!. I have been confronting legal bottles through the courts system for practically eighteen (18) years. My previous six (6) attorneys did little or practically none to resolve them in my favor. But, Maria with great professionalism converted my stress and frustrations in happiness when she competently won them all. The outcomes were fantastic!. I can’t thanks her enough. She fought above and beyond…. My admiration and appreciation to Maria Patente for conducting my legal bottles with determination to win."
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