James Eric Virgil, Elder Law Attorney in Coral Gables, Florida
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatThe Virgil Law Firm
Coral Gables, FL
Practicing elder law in Coral Gables since 1993.
- 33+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 4
- Bar admissions
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James Eric Virgil is a member based in Coral Gables, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Virgil Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Coral Gables, FL
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Elder Law · Estate Planning · POA
- Handles Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA matters from Coral Gables, FL.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About James Eric Virgil: James Eric Virgil is a member based in Coral Gables, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Virgil Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters James takes on
James concentrates on elder law, estate planning, poa, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case James handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Elder Law
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Estate Planning
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POA
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Probate
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Real Estate
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Trusts
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Elder Law cases in Coral Gables, Florida
James takes elder law matters in Coral Gables, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in Coral Gables, Florida
James takes estate planning matters in Coral Gables, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
POA cases in Coral Gables, Florida
James takes poa matters in Coral Gables, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Probate cases in Coral Gables, Florida
James takes probate matters in Coral Gables, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Coral Gables, Florida
James takes real estate matters in Coral Gables, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before James agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet James Eric Virgil — elder law lawyer in Coral Gables
James Eric Virgil is a member based in Coral Gables, FL. The practice focuses on Elder Law, Estate Planning, and POA. James has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at The Virgil Law Firm. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
James Eric Virgil is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, guardianship and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. James practices at The Virgil Law Firm in Coral Gables, FL.
James's approach to elder law cases
James Eric Virgil is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, elder law, guardianship and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years. James practices at The Virgil Law Firm in Coral Gables, FL.
Clients James works with
James reviews new inquiries case-by-case for elder law, estate planning, and poa matters in Coral Gables and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
J.D. · 1993
University of Miami
B.B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
James's state bar admissions
North Carolina
1999 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. Tax Court
1995 · ACTIVE
Florida
1993 · ACTIVE
James studied at J.D. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.B.A. in University of Miami.
Law school and academic background
James completed J.D. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.B.A. in University of Miami. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice James runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
James has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
James's professional memberships and bar associations
Dade County Bar Association
Chairman, Court Appointment Committee, Probate and Guardianship Section) The Florida Bar (Member, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section · membership
Locations
James Eric Virgil's office in Coral Gables
James's primary office is at 328 Minorca Ave., Coral Gables, FL, 33134. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of James Eric Virgil — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of James. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing elder law attorneys in Coral Gables.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire James Eric Virgil — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new elder law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with James usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
James charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain James'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; James will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a elder law attorney in Coral Gables, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many elder law 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 James
James discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in elder law practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every elder law 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. James confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
James's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many elder law practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about James Eric Virgil
How much does it cost to hire James for a elder law case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. James walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does James offer a free consultation?
James charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain James's office. Some elder law attorneys offer free consults — check James's current terms during booking.
How long do elder law cases in Florida typically take?
Simple elder law 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. James gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can James take my case if I'm outside Coral Gables?
James is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — James 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 James?
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. James will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is James accepting new elder law clients right now?
James's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Elder Law attorneys serving Coral Gables, Miami and Tampa in Florida
James handles elder law matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified elder law attorneys in that community.
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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