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Doris Jordan Dixon
also known as Dori Jordan Wiggen, Dori Jordan Dixon
About Doris
Biography
Dori J. Dixon is the founder of Southpoint Estate Planning. Dori enjoys helping families navigate important legal issues including: wills, trusts, special needs planning, guardianships, long-term care planning, Medicaid, estate administration, probate, powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, and living wills.
Working with seniors and persons with special needs has always been a passion for Dori. As a teenager in her home town of Greensboro, North Carolina, she waited tables at Friends Home, a continuing care retirement community.
In college, Dori brought dogs from the local animal shelter to a nearby nursing home so the seniors could participate in pet therapy and she participated in a program that paired college students with special needs adults for social outings.
In addition to her time in the office, Dori also enjoys teaching and was an Adjunct Associate Professor of Law at the University of North Carolina School of Law, teaching Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Special Needs Planning.
Dori served as President of the North Carolina Chapter of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and Chair of the Elder and Special Needs Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association.
Dori lives in Durham with her husband, Josh, their son, Grey, and their dog Walker. In her spare time she enjoys gardening and hiking. Her longest hike was the Make A Wish Trailblaze Challenge (a 25 mile hike from Hanging Rock to Pilot Mountain)to raise money for the Make A Wish Foundation.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 21 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2004
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Location
Southpoint Estate Planning
5842 Fayetteville Rd., Suite 113, Durham, NC, 27713
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Elder Law
Posted by Francis | March 21, 2012 | Elder Law
Parent's Estate
Dori was extremely helpful in navigating the workings of my late parents affairs. In this very stressful time I was guided by Ms, Wiggen through all the legal requirements and issues that came up during the processes. Her skilled dexterity in communicating to other heirs who were not cooperative dur...
Doris Jordan Dixon's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Ms. Wiggen's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
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"I am more than happy to endorse Dori. Since meeting her about 4-5 years ago, she has repeatedly demonstrated a very high IQ when it comes to all things will, trusts, estates, and elder law. She's also very knowledgeable when it comes to Social Security and Medicaid and Medicare and VA benefits. I've gotten to know her well, and she is a pleasure to work with and very easy to refer clients to. She is very good at clearly communicating what to most are very dry and legalese-loaded topics. I know that she is very professional and timely in her interactions with her clients and colleagues. I would recommend (and have recommended) Dori to my closest friends and family members without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have referred several clients to her for Medicaid planning and all of them have been pleased. She is ethical, bright and responsive."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Member of the Year, NC NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys)
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Founder/Attorney, Southpoint Estate Planning
2013 - 2022
Partner, Schell Bray PLLC
2013 - 2017
Adjunct Associate Professor of Law, University Of North Carolina School Of Law
2010 - 2013
Partner, Wiggen Law Group PLLC
2007 - 2010
Associate, Private Law Firm
2006 - 2007
Associate, Private Law Firm
2004 - 2006
Associate, Private Law Firm
Associations
2011 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association Elder Law SectionExecutive Council
2010 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2010 - Present
Chapel Hill and Durham Elder ResourcesMember
2010 - Present
ElderCounselMember
2010 - Present
Durham Orange Estate Planning CouncilMember
2007 - Present
NCBA Estate Planning SectionMember
2007 - Present
NCBA Elder Law SectionMember
2004 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2022
Academy of Special Needs PlannersMember
2017 - 2017
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys; North Carolina ChapterPresident
2015 - 2016
North Carolina Bar Association Elder and Special Needs Law SectionChair
2013 - 2016
Chapel Hill and Durham Elder ResourcesBoard of Directors
2013 - 2014
North Carolina Bar Association, Elder Law SectionChair of CLE Committee
2011 - 2017
NC NAELA (National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys)Board of Directors
2010 - 2011
North Carolina Bar Association YLD Law and Aging CommitteeCo-chair
2010 - 2011
Academy of VA Pension PlannersMember
Education
2004
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
Appalachian State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Raleigh, NC
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Care
2012
National Webcast
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Care
2012
Live Seminar; Raleigh, NC
Resolving Legal and Financial Issues in Elder Care
2012
KNOW Event
Estate and Long-Term Care Planning
2012
American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants
Planning For Incapacity
2011
The Law and Senior Abuse
Elder Abuse
2011
NC NAELA UnProgram
Medicaid: Planning and Applying for Nursing Home and Special Assistance
2011
Medicaid Update 2011
Medicaid Update 2011
2011
Edward Jones Lunch and Learn
Medicare and Long-Term Care Planning
2011
Duke Retirees Association Retiree Luncheon
Long-Term Care and Estate Planning
2011
Duke Law School
Basics of Estate Planning
2011
Caregivers Dinner
Legal Issues for Caregivers
2010
The New Healthcare Legislation: A Panel Discussion
Healthcare Reform Changes to Medicare, Medicaid and Longterm Care
2010
Retirement Support Group
Planning the Financial Aspects of Retirement
2010
Durham Evening Alzheimer's Support Group
Veteran's Aid and Attendance
2010
Advance Care Planning
Advance Care Planning
2010
2010 Caregiver Spring Break
2010 Caregiver Spring Break
Publications
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
What to Do When a Spouse Is Confronting Health Issues - The Estate Plan
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
How to Protect an Elderly Client's Assets
2012
National Business Institute Seminar
Ethical Considerations When Representing the Elderly Client
2011
Senior Guide Magazine
Ask the Expert; Elder Law Questions and Answers
2011
Triangle Retirement Resource Guide
Little Known Veteran's Benefit Helps Pay for Long-Term Care
2008
BOOM! Magazine
Do I Really Need A Will?
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
As excuetor can i charge my sister rent for staying in parents home after they die home if going to be sold
13 Feb 2012
Q&A
I have applied for medicaid and my parent have property in india so they denied medicaid to them so what should i do?
11 Jan 2011
Q&A
If there is a will leaving everything to the spouse does it need to go through probate court?
21 Apr 2010