E. Diane Thompson, Estate Tax Attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Estate Tax, Tax, and Trusts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatPender & Coward A Professional Corporation
Virginia Beach, VA
Practicing estate tax in Virginia Beach since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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E. Diane Thompson is a shareholder based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Estate Tax, Tax, and Trusts. E. has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Virginia Beach, VA
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Estate Tax · Tax · Trusts
- Handles Estate Tax, Tax, and Trusts matters from Virginia Beach, VA.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About E. Diane Thompson: E. Diane Thompson is a shareholder based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Estate Tax, Tax, and Trusts. E. has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
E.'s practice areas in Virginia Beach
E. concentrates on estate tax, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case E. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Estate Tax
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Estate Tax cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
E. takes estate tax matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
E. takes tax matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in Virginia Beach, Virginia
E. takes trusts matters in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before E. agrees to represent you.
Biography
E. Diane Thompson, estate tax attorney serving Virginia Beach
E. Diane Thompson is a shareholder based in Virginia Beach, VA. The practice focuses on Estate Tax, Tax, and Trusts. E. has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. E. works from Virginia Beach, Virginia and takes on estate tax matters across the region.
E. Diane Thompson is a lawyer practicing trust and estates, estate and gift taxation, fiduciary income tax. E. Diane received a B.S. degree from College of William & Mary in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. E. Diane practices at Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation in Virginia Beach, VA and 1 other location.
E.'s approach to estate tax cases
E. Diane Thompson is a lawyer practicing trust and estates, estate and gift taxation, fiduciary income tax. E. Diane received a B.S. degree from College of William & Mary in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. E. Diane practices at Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation in Virginia Beach, VA and 1 other location.
Clients E. works with
E. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for estate tax, tax, and trusts matters in Virginia Beach and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where E. studied and practices
Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary Law School
J.D. New · 1981
College of William & Mary
B.S. Mathematics · 1977
Jurisdictions
E.'s state bar admissions
Washington
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. Tax Court
1987 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court of Vir
1981 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
E. studied at J.D. New in Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary Law School and B.S. Mathematics in College of William & Mary.
Law school and academic background
E. completed J.D. New in Marshall-Wythe School of Law, College of William & Mary Law School and B.S. Mathematics in College of William & Mary. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice E. runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
E.'s legal honors and published work
E. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
E.'s professional memberships and bar associations
Virginia State Bar Virginia, Washington State and American (Member, Sections on: Taxation Real Property, Probate and Trust Law) Bar Associations
membership
American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel
bar_fellowship
Locations
E. Diane Thompson's office in Virginia Beach
E.'s primary office is at 222 Central Park Avenue, Suite 400, Virginia Beach, VA, 23462. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pender & Coward A Professional Corporation
222 Central Park Avenue, Suite 400
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
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Client reviews of E. Diane Thompson — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of E.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing estate tax attorneys in Virginia Beach.
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How to hire E. Diane Thompson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new estate tax attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with E. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
E. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; E. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a estate tax attorney in Virginia Beach, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many estate tax matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for E.
E. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate tax practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every estate tax matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. E. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
E.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many estate tax practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about E. Diane Thompson
How much does it cost to hire E. for a estate tax case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. E. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does E. offer a free consultation?
E. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain E.'s office. Some estate tax attorneys offer free consults — check E.'s current terms during booking.
How long do estate tax cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple estate tax 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. E. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can E. take my case if I'm outside Virginia Beach?
E. 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 — E. 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 E.?
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. E. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is E. accepting new estate tax clients right now?
E.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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