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In this 2-part blog series, we explore powers of attorney

Our firm has been selected for inclusion in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings for 2024! .

Resolve the confusion on the main similarities and differences between Revocable Trusts and Irrevocable Trusts.

When should a revocable trust be included as part of an estate plan?

In this 2-part blog series, we explore revocable trusts and their "super powers"

Meet our newest associate attorney Jessica Mantekas.

Helpful tips for executors and personal representatives as they undertake their role.

Is a Will that was prepared in another state sufficient to accomplish goals in a new home state?

Our attorneys attended the Queens University 45th Estate Planners Day this week.

When it comes to estate planning, proper care and consideration should be given to the accessibility of estate planning documents after they have been signed.

It's a new year - with many new developments in estate planning to be aware of.

We are proud to again announce that attorney Erin Patterson has recently been selected for two awards.

An Executor/Administrator wears many hats throughout the estate administration process - one of the most crucial being that of an investigator.

Our firm has been selected for inclusion in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings for 2023!

Find out what a Donor Advised Fund is and why its popularity has increased in recent years.

Find out why estate planning should take top priority to achieve peace of mind related to your children's care and financial stability.

Erin Patterson has been selected among the Best Lawyers in America 2023!

While online legal services may seem to be a convenient and low-cost option to quickly secure an estate plan, it may not be the best option for a variety of reasons.

We strive to provide the absolute best for our clients, whether it is by our team's responsiveness, efficiency, knowledge, or personalized touch.

In this continuation of our Key Terms Explained series, we discuss the significance of the legal term "per stirpes."

In this ninth installment of our FAQ series, we review how often and reasons to consider an update to an existing estate plan.

In our first installment of our Key Terms Explained series, we discuss the options granted by a "power of appointment."

 “Should I name one of my children as a joint owner on my bank account so they can help me pay my bills?”

Attorney Erin Patterson has been selected for the 2022 North Carolina Rising Stars list published by SuperLawyers! Only 2.5% of attorneys in North Carolina receive this distinction. Our team is thrilled that Erin has been selected for inclusion on this list and that we continue to be known for th...

We are pleased to announce that attorney Erin Patterson has been included in Business North Carolina's 2022 Legal Elite in the category of Tax & Estate Planning for the second year in a row! We are proud to work with an attorney who is continually recognized by her peers for her commitment to exc...