Lenden A. Eakin - Roanoke, VA
Attorney at Ferris & Eakin, P.C.
Estate Related Litigation Lawyers in Roanoke, VA
22 Luck Avenue SW Roanoke, VA 24011
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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42
Years
Experience
Roanoke Estate Related Litigation Lawyer
Updated: 03/02/2026
Areas of Practice
- Estate Related Litigation
- Estate Planning
- Estate Administration
Attorney Information
Overview
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
With a degree in Business Administration from the College of William and Mary in 1979, Mr. Eakin graduated from the University of Richmond, T. C. Williams School of Law in 1984. He also attended the Virginia Tech Masters of Business of Administration Program (no degree).
Experience
Mr. Eakin served as staff attorney for the Federal Land Bank of Baltimore from 1984 until he began private practice as a sole practitioner in 1986. Shortly thereafter, in 1988, Mr. Eakin became a partner in the firm that is now Ferris & Eakin. Among his other accomplishments, Mr. Eakin also served as an officer in the 29th Infantry Division Virginia Army National Guard for 11 years.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Best Lawyers in America
Other Sources of Feedback About Lenden A. Eakin
Included on the 2026Virginia Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2024 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Virginia Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Virginia Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Richmond, School of Law,
Richmond,
Virginia, 1984
J.D., Doctor of Jurisprudence
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University of Richmond, School of Law,
Richmond,
Virginia, 1984
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Non Legal Education
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The College of William and Mary,
Williamsburg,
Virginia, 1979
B.B.A., Bachelor of Business Administration
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The College of William and Mary,
Williamsburg,
Virginia, 1979
Current Employment Position(s)
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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
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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
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