Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Administration Services in Alexandria, VA
Babcock & Jensen PC has provided exceptional legal services to Northern Virginia residents since 1996. Our firm, based in Alexandria's Old Town area, comprises three attorneys, a paralegal, and an office manager with over 45 years of combined legal experience. We have built a reputation for integrity, hard work, and delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining a client-focused approach. Our mission centers on building lasting relationships through trust, professionalism, and a relentless pursuit of favorable outcomes. We specialize in estate planning, estate and trust administration, and small business matters, offering personalized solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances. Our team's expertise includes wills, revocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, and advance medical directives.We guide clients through complex legal processes with thoroughness, efficiency, and promptness, ensuring their assets are protected and their wishes are honored. Our commitment to excellence extends to creating business entities such as corporations, partnerships, and joint ventures. We maintain strong community ties and adhere to the highest ethical standards, as evidenced by our attorneys' recognition in prestigious legal directories. With offices conveniently located in Alexandria, we serve clients throughout Northern Virginia, combining local knowledge with comprehensive legal expertise.
Services
Estate Planning
Estate Administration
Premarital Agreements
Trust Administration
Small Business Matters
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of combined legal experience in estate planning and administration
- Our team includes AV-rated attorneys recognized in national legal directories
- We provide personalized legal solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances
- Our attorneys have been named among Washington, DC Area's Best Lawyers since 2007
- We combine local Northern Virginia knowledge with comprehensive legal expertise
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- The Best Lawyers in America
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning service helps clients create comprehensive legal documents including wills, revocable trusts, and advance medical directives. We ensure proper asset distribution while minimizing tax implications. Our attorneys provide expert guidance through personalized consultations to create tailored solutions that protect clients' legacies and family interests.
Estate Administration
We guide executors and beneficiaries through the estate administration process, handling probate matters and trust settlements. Our services include asset inventory, debt settlement, tax filings, and distribution of assets according to legal documents. We provide clear direction during this complex process while maintaining compliance with Virginia legal requirements.
Premarital Agreements
Our firm prepares legally binding premarital and postnuptial agreements that protect individual assets and clarify financial responsibilities. We help couples establish clear terms for property division while ensuring full compliance with state laws. Our approach balances legal protection with sensitivity to personal relationships.
Trust Administration
We assist trustees with establishing and managing revocable and irrevocable trusts. Our services include asset transfer guidance, tax planning strategies, and ongoing administration support. We help clients create effective trust structures that provide long-term asset protection and controlled distribution of wealth.
Small Business Matters
We advise entrepreneurs on business entity selection and formation, including corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. Our services cover contract drafting, regulatory compliance, and succession planning. We help business owners establish legal frameworks that protect personal assets and support long-term business sustainability.
People
William L. Babcock, Jr.
Member
AV Preeminent-rated attorney with Martindale-Hubbell since 2007. Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for estate planning. Provides expert legal counsel with over 20 years of specialized experience in trust and estate matters.
Kiersten L. Jensen
Member
Experienced estate planning attorney offering comprehensive legal solutions. Focuses on creating customized estate plans that protect clients' assets and meet their unique family needs through wills, trusts, and advanced directives.
Matthew G. Williams
Counsel
Skilled legal advisor specializing in estate administration and business entity formation. Provides strategic guidance for complex estate planning matters while maintaining a client-centered approach to legal representation.
Corina Pop
Paralegal
Supports attorneys with estate planning document preparation and client coordination. Manages administrative aspects of trust creation and estate administration processes with attention to detail and client service.
Michelle Munro
Executive Public Relations and Marketing Manager
Manages firm communications and client relations initiatives. Coordinates marketing efforts to promote estate planning services while maintaining professional standards in public outreach and community engagement.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I really need?
Every comprehensive estate plan includes a will, financial power of attorney, and medical directive. Depending on your situation, we may recommend a revocable trust to help avoid probate and provide more detailed asset management instructions.
How does your estate planning process work?
We begin with a consultation to understand your goals. After completing our detailed questionnaire, we create customized documents. You'll receive drafts for review, followed by final signing and implementation guidance including asset transfer instructions.
What happens if I don't create an estate plan?
Without proper planning, state intestacy laws will determine asset distribution. This could result in unintended beneficiaries, family conflicts, and unnecessary tax burdens. Our team helps you maintain control over your legacy.
How often should I update my estate plan?
We recommend reviewing your plan every 3-5 years or after major life events like marriage, divorce, or significant asset changes. Our clients receive guidance on maintaining up-to-date documentation through our comprehensive instruction letters.
Do you offer business entity formation services?
Yes, we help establish corporations, partnerships, and LLCs. Our services include document preparation, compliance guidance, and ongoing legal support to protect business owners' personal assets while ensuring proper business structure.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Alexandria, Virginia, we serve clients throughout Northern Virginia including Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun, and Prince William counties, providing estate planning and business legal services tailored to local regulations.
