Meet Our Team

Our Philosophy

At Virginia Elder Law, PLC., our team members are proud residents of Central Virginia and are excited to serve the community they love. With over 20 years focusing on elder law and estate planning, we assist individuals and families in these areas using our special expertise to help clients with whatever challenges are facing them, whether big or small. Come see us today!

Ron Feinman

Attorney At Law

Ron Feinman, founder and principal in Virginia Elder Law, PLC, is a native of Lynchburg, Virginia. He received his law degree from the University of Virginia in 1979 and maintains a private practice serving all of Central Virginia. Raised in a legal household, Ron began practice with his father where he developed expertise in civil litigation, sophisticated real estate law, contracts and commercial law, as well as sophisticated tax and trusts and estate planning. His focus shifted to Special Needs planning and Elder Law in the late 1990’s and has been his focus ever since. Ron’s brother and cousin both practice law in Lynchburg, and he is proud that both his sons have law degrees from Washington and Lee University. His unique blend of experience and skills allows him to provide assistance to attorneys settling lawsuits across the Commonwealth whose clients need to obtain or protect governmental benefits.

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Dottie Coates

Our Paralegal

Dottie joined Virginia Elder Law in 2019 and is both our paralegal and shepherds our Medicaid applications, and guardianship and other court proceedings. Over 33 years experience in civil litigation, family law, and personal injury has allowed her to form relationships with many other industry professionals and court personnel. Dottie currently resides in beautiful Bedford County, Virginia and enjoys spending time away from the office traveling with her husband and daughter.


Ruby Rodriguez

Client Service Coordinator

Ruby recently began working with Virginia Elder Law as our Client Service Coordinator. She
comes to us via an extensive background in the insurance industry, and looks forward to
continuing to help safeguard families. In her time away from the office, Ruby enjoys spending time with her family and taking in new experiences.


Let Us Help You.

Do you have questions about protecting your home and family or your long-term care? Let us guide you to the solutions you need.