
Lenden A. Eakin
Super Lawyers®Estate Related Litigation Lawyers in Roanoke, VA in Roanoke, VA
About Lenden A. Eakin
Lenden Eakin has over 20 years of experience in estate related litigation, estate planning, estate administration, serious injury, wrongful death and firearms law. "I have handled cases against Lenden for over 25 years. He is a capable and skilled advocate who is well regarded by the courts and counsel throughout this area, and serves his clients' interests well." John Johnson "Lenden is an experienced attorney who helped set up a marital trust for my father. The trust has withstood the test of time." Joe Mott Practice Style Listed at one of the "Best Lawyers in America", Mr. Eakin offers his clients strong litigation and negotiation skills in the handling of their cases. He conducts himself with a quiet air of confidence and calm efficiency. In an environment fraught with deadlines and legal complexities often overshadowed by pain and grief, he offers clients peace of mind by taking care of details and managing their cases efficiently, minimizing their personal inconvenience and hardship. Personal Outside the office, Lenden remains a long time hunting and shooting enthusiast. He raises and trains Brittany Spaniels to hunt game birds. He is a federally licensed firearms dealer, as well as a Virginia Hunter Education instructor and NRA firearms instructor.
Education
Legal Education
- University of Richmond, School of Law, Richmond, Virginia, 1984
- J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
Non Legal Education
- The College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1979
- B.B.A., Bachelor of Business Administration
Current Employment Position(s)
- Partner
Past Positions
- Federal Land Bank of Baltimore, Staff Attorney, 1984
- 29th Infantry Division Virginia Army National Guard, Officer
Pro Bono Activities
- Habitat for Humanity, 2008 - Present
- Virginia Department of Inland Game & Fisheries, 2005 - Present
- Free Estate Planning to Deploying Military Members, 2000 - Present
- Ancillary Businesses
- Author at Lamplight Press
Published Works
Articles
- Showdown: The Looming Crisis Over Gun Control, Lamplight Press, 2014
- Eakin takes an exacting look at the facts and law on both sides of the volatile gun controversy. After practicing the law and studying the cases, he offers a clear explanation of the Second Amendment.
Bar Admissions
- Virginia, 1984
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia, 1987
- U.S. District Court Western District of Virginia, 1987
- U.S. Federal Courts, 1986
- U.S. Tax Court, 1987
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court, 1986
Other Affiliations
- Virginia Army National Guard, 1978 - Present
- Fraternities and Sororities
- Sigma Chi
Attorney Details
| Full Name | Lenden A. Eakin |
| Firm | Ferris & Eakin, P.C. |
| Address | 22 Luck Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA 24011 |
| Phone | 540-345-1000 |
| Phone | 540-344-6608 |
| Website | www.roanokevirginialaw.com |
| Website | www.roanokevirginialaw.com |
| New Clients | ✓ Currently accepting |