Emily Curto Weatherford

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Emily Curto Weatherford

4.3
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 25 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship, Trusts

5623 Duraleigh Road, Suite 111, Raleigh, NC

About Emily

Biography

Emily represents the firm's clients in all areas of estate planning, probate proceedings, incompetency and guardianship proceedings. Emily is also experienced in corporate law, including business entit...

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 25%

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advance Medical Directives, Incompetency and Guardianship.

19 years

25%
Guardianship 25%

Incompetency hearings, guardianship appointments and challenges.

16 years

25%
Probate 25%

Administration of decedents' estates.

19 years

25%
Trusts 25%

25%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 25 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kratt Dedmond & Associates, P.A.

5623 Duraleigh Road, Suite 111, Raleigh, NC, 27612

kdanc.com/

Kratt Dedmond & Associates PLLC

5623-111 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612

kdanc.com/

Online Presence

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Emily Curto Weatherford's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

Posted by Larry | April 11, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Review

Emily was very helpful with an estate question that I had. She took the time to listen and responded in a timely, helpful and professional way. I will not hesitate to hire Ms. Weatherford in the future, should the need arise.

Emily Weatherford

Replied last April 17, 2017

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Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate Planning

Emily helped us create and update our Estate Plan consistent with NC Law. She was extremely knowledgeable, very professional and great to work with. We would strongly recommend her services to others.

Posted by Marianne Breneman | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Wills and Estate Planning

Emily guided us through the process of our wills and estate planning, something we had not done for years, despite knowing that we should. She answered all our questions thoughtfully and honestly, giving opinions when asked and guiding us through the decision-making process. We felt very comfortable... that we were getting good advice and the process was easy.

Posted by Steven | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Estate And Trust

I had a very complicated and contested Estate and Trust situation. Emily was very careful to keep me informed and was clear in what was best for all involved. I am very thankful for her guidance and advice. In the past I have also used her services for some guardianship needs. With her help the...se were settled quickly and without incident.

Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Very positive experience

Ms Emily Weatherford of Kratt Dedmond & Associates was not the first to handle my estate planning but she brought a clarity and care to the process I had not before experienced. Not only was she able to explain multiple options so their benefits and limitations were apparent, as well as answer any qu...estions I had, she was also able to present the larger picture with regard to my particular circumstances. She asked the right questions and grasped what was needed, then came up with more than one suggestion which we then considered together. I honestly didn’t know this often difficult to contemplate job of working through powers of attorney both regular and health, and setting up a will, could be done with understanding and excellent communication to accompany legal expertise. Ms Weatherford possesses all of these attributes and I would highly recommend her services as an attorney. I would also commend those working with her who arranged the accompanying paperwork in a timely and efficient manner.

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Emily Curto Weatherford's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephanie Osborne

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily is a detail oriented and thorough attorney who always thinks about her clients' needs. She is a paragon of professionalism without losing a personal touch. She is both approachable and knowledgeable. I refer all my clients and friends to her for estate planning issues."

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Robert Lackey

Guardianship lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Emily is extremely knowledgeable concerning guardianship practice and procedure. Her impeccable credibility and understanding makes her a valuable counselor and respected representative."

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John Miskey

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily is a kind, compassionate and thorough attorney with significant experience in estate planning and probate matters. I highly recommend her legal services."

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Tara Muller

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Emily has an excellent reputation in the field for her thorough knowledge of the law and her dedication and responsiveness to her clients."

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Nathaniel Smith

Estate planning lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Co-worker

"Emily is an excellent estate planning attorney. She is thorough, competent and smart. I would recommend her without hesitation."

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Janet Mclamb

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 08

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer highly. I have worked with Emily on several matters. She is accomplished and well thought of in the community. Her work ethics are strong. She is also very professional. She is capable in the areas of estate planning and probate administration."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1900 - Present

Senior Associate, Kratt Dedmond & Associates PLLC

Associations

2016 - Present

Raleigh Boychoir

Board Member

2015 - Present

Wake County Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

10th Judicial District Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Raleigh Professional Women's Forum

Member

2014 - Present

Wake County Estate Planning Council

Member

2008 - Present

Durham Orange Estate Planning Council

Member

2000 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Durham Orange Estate Planning Council

Past President

2009 - 2013

Durham Orange Estate Planning Council

Board Member

Education

2000

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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