The Law Office of Angela N. Manz is a distinguished Virginia Beach-based firm specializing in estate planning and elder law, recognized for its compassionate, team-oriented approach and deep community roots. Led by Angela Manz, a Virginia Law Foundation Qualified Master Counselor in Trusts and Estates—one of only seven attorneys in the Commonwealth to hold this prestigious designation—the firm stands out for its personalized service and expertise in addressing the unique needs of diverse families, including blended, military, and LGBTQ+ families.
The firm takes a holistic, lifelong approach to client relationships, focusing on protecting assets and loved ones through all stages of life. With extensive experience in complex legal matters, the team—which includes multiple attorneys and support staff—serves individuals, families, business owners, and seniors throughout Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and surrounding communities. Their practice is especially attuned to the challenges faced by military families, caregivers of aging or disabled relatives, and those navigating veterans benefits or Medicaid eligibility.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Wills
- Revocable Living Trusts
- Irrevocable Trusts
- Power of Attorney
- Financial Power of Attorney
- Health Care Directives
- Advance Medical Directives
- HIPAA Authorization
- Elder Law
- Medicaid Planning
- Asset Protection
- Crisis Planning
- Long-Term Care Planning
- Probate & Trust Administration
- Care Management
- Guardianships & Conservatorships
- Veterans Benefits
- Business Succession Planning
- Family Limited Partnership
- Estate Planning for Business Owners
- Estate Planning for Diverse Families
- Estate Planning for Military Families
- Estate Planning for LGBTQ+ Families
Serving clients across Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, and surrounding neighborhoods, the firm is committed to providing accessible, high-quality legal services tailored to a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Fluent in understanding the needs of vibrant local communities, including African American and Filipino families, the team builds lasting relationships grounded in knowledge, skill, and dedication.
