Elder Law lawyers in North Carolina Abraham Johns to Kellie Corbett

Firm: Booth Harrington & Johns of NC PLLC

239 N. Edgeworth St. , Greensboro , North Carolina 27401

Practice Areas: Education , Elder , Guardianship and Conservatorship, Social Security Benefits & Disability, Elder Law

Firm: Alisa Huffman, MSW, JD, Family & Elder Law

311 South Academy Street , Cary , North Carolina 27511

Practice Areas: Elder Law

When I play the gratitude game with my kids, I always list my educational opportunities near the top. Early in life, I learned that often, good things come from difficult experiences. College was like that. I was able to attend The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill because of a scholarship from the N. C. Veteran's Administration. This opportunity would not have been possible except for my father's lifelong disability from service in the U. S. Army Air Corps. I've always been a person serious about life. As an undergraduate studying psychology and religious studies, I enjoyed exploring some of the big, unanswered questions from my childhood: Is there a purpose and meaning to life? If so, how do we find it? Does suffering pay off? What happens after we die? After receiving my B. A. in psychology from UNC, I obtained a Master of Social Work from the  Southern Baptist Theological Seminar in Louisville, Kentucky. After graduating, I practiced clinical social work for five years before entering law school at Campbell University. I enjoyed practicing law in Wake County before my thirteen-year career as a court manager in state government. Most recently at the N. C. Administrative Office of the Courts, I worked as the Senior Manager of Court Programs where I supported court programs across the state: family courts, custody mediation, drug courts, domestic violence, and alternative dispute resolution. Like all of us, the formal hats I wear (social worker, lawyer, court administrator) and informal hats (wife, mother, divorceé, sister, friend, daughter) are integrated into all that I do. One reason I decided to return to the practice of family and elder law at this point in my life is so that I can wear the various hats I've collected over the years to help families grow and evolve through some of the tough transitions in life.

Firm: Cranfill Sumner LLP

5535 Currituck Drive , Wilmington , North Carolina 28403

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Kara Gansmann devotes her entire practice to elder law and estate planning in the Wilmington office of Cranfill Sumner LLP (CSH Law). Kara is especially well-suited for this practice thanks to her strong interpersonal skills, her diplomatic demeanor, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving. She brings a solid sense of collegiality to her work with both clients and professionals, alike.. In private consultations, Kara counsels individuals and families on tactics for estate planning, asset-protection, and long-term care planning. Kara drafts wills, powers of attorney, and trusts, including pet trusts, revocable and irrevocable living trusts, and special needs trusts. Kara also advises clients on eligibility for certain public benefits like Veterans’ Special Pension and prepares applications for Medicaid and Special Assistance.. In the courtroom, Kara represents clients trust and estate administration matters, will caveats, guardianship/incompetency proceedings, and fiduciary litigation. Kara also represents clients in administrative hearings for denials of public benefits such as Medicaid.. Kara leads a team of experienced professionals who offer clients additional efficiency in legal transactions. These paralegals assist clients in matters ranging from probate to care-giver agreements or promissory notes to real estate deed transactions intended for asset protection. Kara’s team also includes a certified geriatric care senior advisor, who assists with placement in care facilities. Kara’s entire team understands the urgency and stress associated with elders’ needs.. Prior to joining CSH Law, Kara served as a staff attorney on an appellate court in Houston, Texas. There, she managed all aspects of complex civil and criminal appellate matters and drafted over 200 judicial opinions for court justices in six years. Because of this unique experience, Kara advises her litigation clients on effective trial strategies for successful appeals.. Kara frequently presents on elder law issues to community organizations, churches, and neighborhood associations across Southeastern North Carolina. She is a prolific writer on legal issues affecting seniors. She is also a devoted mother, wife, daughter, sister, and niece to all the important people in her life.

Firm: Whatley Law, PLLC

PO Box 904 , Kernersville , North Carolina 27285

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: Alisa Huffman, MSW, JD Family and Elder Law

311. S. Academy St. , Cary , North Carolina 27511

Practice Areas: Social Security & Disability, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Social Security, Social Security

Whenever someone asks me where I am from, I respond that I grew up in southeastern North Carolina on dirt road. Folks from the nearby town, Whiteville, which isn’t much bigger, used to say they had to pipe the sunshine into where I lived.. By growing up in a small rural township with economic hardships, I learned so many lessons about the power of community working together to lift one another up—particularly in times of need. In my professional experience, I find that people often seek out a lawyer when they are experiencing some form of suffering and searching for a solution. I believe compassion is the necessary foundation an attorney needs in order to become part of the solution. The power of compassion is a guiding principle in my life and has led me to my professional journey today.. After attending Wake Forest University and earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology, I decided to attend law school after shadowing my uncle in his law firm for several summers. He had a thriving Social Security Disability practice which I admired and felt comfortable working in that area of the law. Although I had originally intended to work as a District Attorney, I discovered that was not my path. Instead, I accepted the challenge of leading a growing firm’s Social Security Disability practice where I remained at the helm for over 17 years. I feel privileged to have been able to help so many people navigate a very complex appeal process and secure the benefits they had earned.. Now, I am answering a call to continue helping people navigate other difficult and complex areas of the law known as Elder Law. I believe my knowledge, skills, values, and experiences will enable me to help seniors and their families find solutions for some of the most difficult times of life.. When not working, I enjoy exploring our beautiful state and taking photographs of nature and family. I also enjoy singing with my church choir, playing my trumpet and hanging out with my daughter, Ella, and our dog, Tilly.

Firm: King Law Offices, PC

364 Butler Rd , Forest City , North Carolina 28043

Practice Areas: Elder Law

I am a Shareholder at King Law and have been licensed to practice in North Carolina since 2005.  I am a Board Certified Specialist in Elder Law.  My primary areas of practice are elder law, estate planning, estate administration/probate, and municipal law. In addition to many other individual and corporate clients, I currently represent several municipal and local government entities, including the Town of Spindale, Town of Bostic, Chimney Rock Village, Broad River Water Authority, Town of Ruth, Town of Ellenboro, and Forest City Housing Authority.  I am also a certified Mediator and enjoy assisting parties resolve their conflicts outside of court.. I am a native of Rutherford County, North Carolina and stay very active in the community.  I am a member of Adaville Baptist Church in Spindale where I serve as a Deacon and Sunday school teacher. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the Carolina Foothills Foundation. I live in Rutherfordton, North Carolina with my beautiful wife, Lauren, our sons and daughter, John David, Jude, and Eliza.

Firm: Vernon Law

522 South Lexington Avenue , Burlington , North Carolina 27215

Practice Areas: Business, Elder Law, Employment, Intellectual Property, Health Care

Firm: McIntyre Elder Law

233 East Graham Street , Shelby , North Carolina 28150

Practice Areas: Elder Law

I'm Greg McIntyre and I'm more than just your typical lawyer with a beautiful wife and 6 great kids. I initially became a lawyer to fight courtroom battles which I did for years.  However, after working in an environment where the focus was always on the next billable hour, I started my own practice because I was interested in being more than just a lawyer. I was interested in making a difference in my clients lives.. Being a husband and a father has taught me what is really important in life. My clients trust me because they know we share the same values. We want to see our children be successful. We want our families to be provided for if we are not around. We want our legacies to be preserved and to have a guiding hand in shaping our families' lives.. McIntyre Elder Law is built on this client-centered and values-based foundation. I help my clients to make informed, empowered decisions for their families and loved ones, pass on their values, experience (and their assets) to the next generation.. How we are different: My clients know that I will be there for them whether it's for legal advice, a change in the plan or to just have a conversation. I am interested in the longterm relationship and making sure my clients' plans and expectations are being met.. Accomplishing my clients’ goals and objectives are paramount. I use a collaborative  approach, including Investment Advisers, CPA’s, and Insurance Professionals. Successful planning requires us to consider all your financial goals, present and future.. Memberships and Associations.. I am a member of the North Carolina State Bar Association. I am also a member of both ElderCounsel, a national network focused specifically on estate planning & wealth preservation. I serve on the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Club. I am a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). I am a certified attorney with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. I am a proud member of Shelby Presbyterian Church, where my family and I find fellowship and spiritual refreshment.

Firm: Bain & Mcrae, LLP

65 Bain St , Lillington , North Carolina 27546

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense , Estate Planning, Personal Injury, Real Estate , Elder Law

Firm: David B. Mclean, PLLC

Po Box 13203 , Greensboro , North Carolina 27415

Practice Areas: Elder , Estate Planning, Guardianship and Conservatorship, Elder Law

Firm: Craig Associates, PC

149 S. Lexington Avenue , Asheville , North Carolina 28801

Practice Areas: Trusts, Business, Adoption, Elder Law, Wills

Do you care what happens to your loved ones when you die? Protect your legacy through foundational estate planning with the help of an experienced attorney. Asheville attorney Christopher M. Craig built Craig Associates, PC with the needs of families in mind. Coupling knowledge and experience with a unique ability to cultivate personal relationships with every client who walks through his door, Chris Craig can help you prepare for the future so you can sleep easier today.. As a father, Chris knows first-hand the importance of ensuring your family lives on comfortably and happily when you are no longer around—and as a lawyer, he knows the best way to do that is through proper planning long before the need arises.. With a focus on the logistical, financial, and emotional aspects of giving your loved ones a better future through trust-based foundational estate planning, Chris Craig collaborates with every client to build a solid estate plan that fits your needs and evolves with you throughout your life, including: revocable & irrevocable trusts, wills and living wills, nomination of guardianship, and more.. Chris seeks to guide you in creating the most appropriate estate plan for you and your family, one that protects your loved ones but that isn’t overly complicated or difficult to maintain. He helps protect your kids and your assets when bad stuff happens to you.. Chris is known for utilizing his teaching, collaborative law, and mediation experience to approach clients in a way that empowers them to be proactive in their lives, no matter whether they’ve sought help starting the family, maintaining the work they’ve created, or protecting the legacy they’ve worked to build.. Craig Associates PC can also help you grow your family through adoption and gestational surrogacy. Chris Craig is the only Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys Fellow in Western North Carolina.. Let us help you make informed decisions for you and your family. Call us today.

Firm: Colombo, Kitchin, Dunn, Ball & Porter, LLP

1698 E Arlington Blvd , Greenville , North Carolina 27858

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Charlotte-Anne was raised in Columbus, Ohio (Go Buckeyes!), considers Greenville, North Carolina her adopted home (Go Pirates!), and is very, very glad she no longer lives even remotely near a snow belt.

Firm: Hall and Landers, LLC

1107 Bridges Street , Morehead City , North Carolina 28557

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Products Liability, Workers Compensation, Elder Law, Elder Law

Cecil S. Harvell is an experienced attorney with an AV Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Rating in Trusts and Estates, General Practice, and Elder Law. Born and raised in Morehead City, North Carolina, he was admitted to the Georgia State Bar in 1983 and the North Carolina State Bar in 1987. In addition to his legal career, he has been involved in many community organizations. He has served as President of the Carteret County Bar Association, Carteret County Habitat for Humanity, and the Carteret County Chapter of the North Carolina Symphony. He has also held leadership positions with the North Carolina Symphony, the Beaufort Historical Association, and First Citizens Bank. His professional memberships include the American Bar Association, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and the East Carolina Estate Planning Council. He is also an active member of First Presbyterian Church and the Morehead City Lookout Rotary. When he is not working or serving the community, he enjoys boating, sailing, traveling, and writing.

Firm: The Van Winkle Law Firm

422 South Main Street , Hendersonville , North Carolina 28792

Practice Areas: Elder , Estate Planning, Elder Law

Caroline Knox is a principal with The Van Winkle Law Firm, where she centers her practice on estate planning and administration, elder law and guardianship.  With an emphasis on special needs trusts and other planning tools for clients with disabilities and children with special needs, she routinely helps clients who would otherwise be disqualified from public assistance shelter and preserve assets for supplementing care provided by Medicaid and Social Security.. As one of only 15 lawyers in North Carolina to earn the designation of Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA) by The National Elder Law Foundation, Caroline advises clients on matters relating to guardianship, Medicaid and other public benefits planning.  In addition, she often serves as trustee, guardian, executor and attorney-in-fact under a power of attorney when there are no suitable alternatives.  In these situations, she advises clients how to best manage and preserve their assets to enable a spouse in a nursing home to qualify for benefits and a surviving spouse ultimately to pass an inheritance onto future generations.

301 W Cornelius Harnett Blvd Ste 101 , Lillington , North Carolina 27546

Practice Areas: Elder Law, Family, Estate Planning

783 W King St , Boone , North Carolina 28607

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: Anastasia M. Prendergast, Attorney at Law

P.O. Box 832 , Asheville , North Carolina 28802

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: White & Allen, P.A.

901 College Court , New Bern , North Carolina 28560

Practice Areas: Elder Law

I am proud to be an Attorney practicing in Elder Care and advocating for the elderly and disabled for their rights for public benefit. The laws governing Medicare and Medicaid are filled with traps and I want to be the one to protect my clients from each and every one of them. I am experienced in Incompetency and Guardianship proceedings and assisting the elderly and disabled if they have been victims of exploitation.. I am available for families with children with disabilities and questions as to what to do as they become adults. My husband served as a United States Marine and I am very proud to serve military families and assist Veterans regarding benefits and their needs. I am accredited for the preparation, presentation and prosecution of claims for veteran’s benefits and ready to help today.

Firm: Carolina Family Estate Planning

201 Commonwealth Ct. , Cary , North Carolina 27511

Practice Areas: Elder Law

Firm: Stroud & Panetti, P.C.

102 West Third Street , Winston-Salem , North Carolina 27101

Practice Areas: Business Law, Contracts, Elder Law, Medicaid Planning, Asset Protection, Closely Held Business Estate Planning, Estate Planning, Contested Wills, Contested Trusts and Estates, Estate Litigation, Wills, Trusts and Estates