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With more than 30 years experience in private practice, Mark Costley has helped hundreds of North Carolinians with estate planning, trust and estate administration, planning for children and adults with special needs, business succession planning and business transactions, and family charitable and philanthropic counseling. Mark’s work involves elements of teaching, strategic analysis and planning, negotiation, documentation, and assisting clients in executing their plans. A Duke University Alumnus, Mark has given back to his alma mater in numerous capacities, including serving as a member of the Board of Trustees. He has devoted his considerable energies to the Servant Center, Inc., a nonprofit corporation providing health care services for veterans and the homeless. Mark frequently provides public presentations on the subjects of estate planning, financial planning, asset protection, health care planning, retirement planning, and related topics. Mark is also a certified court mediator.. Mark is an active member of a variety of associations and committees, including the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, Oklahoma Bar Association, American Bar Association, 14th Judicial District Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, Estate & Trust Legislative Committee, Durham-Orange Estate Planning Council, American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.. Mark is married to Margaret Costley, and has two daughters, Eleanor born in 1995, and Audrey born in 2000. He is an active member of University Presbyterian Church, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, an avid sports fan, and enjoys reading, travel, tennis, music, politics and gardening.. PUBLICATIONS: Guiding Those Left Behind in North Carolina. The Ultimate Care Guide for North Carolina

While I am a native of New York, I grew up in Hillsborough, North Carolina. I attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where I earned my Bachelors of Science degree in Finance, graduating Magna Cum Laude. After graduating from college, I worked in the financial services industry assisting individual and corporate clients with financial and estate planning. I quickly realized that financial securities work was not fulfilling my desire to work with clients on a more personal level. Therefore, I left the financial securities industry and enrolled in North Carolina Central University School of Law, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude earning a Juris Doctor.. My philosophy in helping my clients is simple: I treat my clients the way I would want my family to be treated. My clients are the cornerstone of my practice, and I am humbled to hlep clients through exciting times, such as purchasing a new home and through more difficult times, such as divorce.. In my free time, my husband and I are active in our church and taking care of our three daughters. When we are not at a basketball game or dance event, we like to travel, shop, and catch up on television.

I have represented individuals and businesses in a wide range of complex matters that require innovative thinking and aggressive, efficient and creative litigation strategies. I pride myself on taking a unique approach to advising businesses on the risks associated with their day-to-day operations and how to avoid litigation with careful competent counsel – upfront – before there is a problem. I am also a NC Certified Mediator providing mediation services in Superior Court matters by private selection or Court appointment.

I have been recognized by my peers as one of the top civil litigation lawyers in the state (in Super Lawyers) as well as one of the top business bankruptcy lawyers in the state (in the Legal Elite and Best Lawyers in America). North Carolina Lawyers Weekly named me a Leader in the Law recognizing him as an influential individual within the state’s legal community.. I am a board certified specialist in business bankruptcy law and an experienced litigator. I serve as a Bankruptcy Trustee in small business cases in the Middle District of North Carolina, and am also a NCDRC Certified Mediator focused on mediating bankruptcy and financial litigation cases. Before forming JC White Law Group, I was an attorney at one of the state’s largest law firms handling business litigation and bankruptcy

I have 29 years of litigation and jury trial experience. Before starting my own firm, I worked as a partner for a prominent law firm with over 170 attorneys and offices throughout Florida. I have litigated cases and taken depositions throughout the United States, as well as Puerto Rico, Canada, England and the Netherlands.. My practice concentrates on litigation matters, particularly family law and personal injury. I have an AV® Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting achievement of the highest rating for skill, professionalism and ethics.. Finally, I have been active in legal and community organizations, including Lawyers for Children America, a lead child advocacy organization protecting the rights of children, and the Foster Care Review Board, reviewing cases of youth in foster care. In Chapel Hill, I am a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice as well as the Special Needs Advisory Council.

I guide high net worth individuals and families through the complex legal and tax aspects of estate planning, probate and trust administration. After over 35 years of helping folks,  I like to say that I specialize in "peace of mind.". I grew up in Chapel Hill, NC and most of my family is in the area. I now split my time between Naples, FL and Chapel Hill, but remain a die hard Tar Heel fan! Personally, I enjoy traveling, the outdoors, reading history, and spending time with my rather large family!

Attorney John Jensen has more than 25 years of experience practicing law. During his career, he has amassed sophisticated litigation and trial skills and has achieved record-setting recoveries on behalf of his clients. Mr. Jensen began his career as a litigation defense attorney but found greater satisfaction in assisting individuals who have suffered catastrophic injuries improve their quality of life by pursuing compensation from negligent parties.. Mr. Jensen earned his Juris Doctor from George Washington University National Law Center in 1989. He is admitted to practice in the states of Virginia and North Carolina, as well as the District of Columbia, the U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court. Prior to forming his personal injury firm, Jensen Law Group, he was a managing partner at Jensen McGrath Podgorny P.A. and a partner at Faison & Gillespie.

After growing up in Chapel Hill, Attorney Hastings graduated from UNC with a degree in political science. He later received his JD from the prestigious William & Mary's Marshall-Wythe School of Law. After that, he came home and passed the North Carolina Bar, fulfilling a childhood dream to practice law in the community to which he owes his success. Focusing on litigation, Attorney Hastings has trial experience in counties that span the state in both state and federal courts. This has enabled Taylor to become a leading trial lawyer in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. He stands out for his unwavering dedication to justice and his relentless pursuit of the best possible outcomes for his clients. Taylor thrives in the courtroom, where his sharp legal mind and commanding presence consistently tip the scales in favor of those he represents.. Every case he takes on becomes his personal mission. He digs deep into the details, untangling the complexities with a rare combination of analytical skill and fierce determination. His clients trust him because he doesn’t just understand the law; he understands them. He listens carefully, asks the right questions, and crafts strategies that align perfectly with their goals. He walks into every courtroom with confidence, fully prepared to defend his clients' rights and achieve justice.. Beyond his legal skills, Taylor offers something rare in the legal field: genuine empathy. He understands that every case represents real people with real struggles. He takes the time to explain the legal process, making sure his clients feel informed and supported every step of the way. His clients know that when Taylor takes on a case, he commits to it fully, investing his time, energy, and considerable expertise to ensure the best possible outcome.. Outside the courtroom, Taylor plays an active role in the Chapel Hill community. He participates in civic activities, contributes to local organizations, and participates as a member of the Triangle YMCA. He believes in the power of law to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and he strives to make that difference both in and out of the courtroom.. What makes Taylor stand out among his peers is that he doesn’t just practice law—he lives it. His work is a testament to his belief in justice, his commitment to his clients, and his passion for making a difference in the lives of those who entrust their case with him. For those who need a lawyer who will fight for them with every fiber of his being, Taylor stands ready to take the case.