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Mark D. Gott

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  • Charlotte, NC
  • Licensed for 25 years
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About Mark

Mark D. Gott has dedicated a significant part of his law practice to protecting elderly adults from exploitation, abuse and neglect.  Mark helps family members regain control of the uncertainty that often surrounds these very complicated matters. Mark has been involved in hundreds of incompetency proceedings, and he's seen every possible wrinkle.  If you find out your loved one is being exploited by a power of attorney, neighbor or family member, call Mark D. Gott. He offers a first time free in person consultation where together, you can go over what you need to know to protect your loved one and regain control.  

Mark has also been appointed in over fifty North Carolina counties by the various Clerks of Court in those counties to serve as guardian ad litem for unknown, minor or incompetent heirs in foreclosure or estate proceedings and other court cases.

Additioanlly, Mark serves as either trustee or Guardian of the Estate for several elderly adults. In that capacity, he makes sure their bills are paid and assets protected and preserved for their use. 

A significant part of Mark's practice involves foreclosure actions.  Mark has represented lenders and has served as Substitute Trustee to bring foreclosure proceedings in commercial and residential foreclosure matters, including both the Epicenter and Ballantyne Village foreclosure cases in Charlotte.

Recent interview about SQUATTERS and evictions. http://www.wccbcharlotte.com/2016/02/18/tough-to-evict-charlotte-area-squatters/

Practice areas

LitigationForeclosureGuardianship
  1. Guardianship: 50%

    Protecting the rights of elderly individuals who have been exploited or neglected.

    22 years

  2. Foreclosure: 30%

    Representing banks, municipalities, and home owners associations in pending foreclosure actions. Do NOT defend foreclosure cases.

    22 years

  3. Litigation: 20%

    Guardianship/incompetency fights over care and custody of elderly incompetent adults and asset protection.

Languages spoken

English

Contact

831 E. Morehead Street, Suite 255
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Henderson Nystrom Fletcher Tydings Williams-Tracy & Gott PLLC

831 E. Morehead Street, Suite 255
The Addison Building
Charlotte, NC, 28202

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NCActive199512/17/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2016
American Jurisprudence Award - NegotiationsRegent University School of Law1993
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Attorney/PartnerSellers Ayers Dortch Lyons, P.A.2005 - Present
AttorneyCranford Schultze Tomchin and Allen, PA2003 - 2005
Assistant Clerk of CourtMecklenburg County Clerk of Court1999 - 2002
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
NC Community Association InstituteBoard Member2008 - 2009
Mecklenburg County BarMember, Finance Committee2008 - 2010
Mecklenburg County BarChairman, Public Media Committee2001 - 2002
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
Serving North CarolinaSaving Your Sanity - Developing a Communications Policy for your Board2009
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Regent University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor1995
Liberty UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science1990
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
New Lawyer OrientationPractice Before the Clerk2016
New Lawyer Orientation (Spring Event)Law Office Technology2014
New Lawyer OrientationLaw Office Tecnology2013
Mecklenburg County Bar/New Lawyer OrientationProfessionalism for New Admittees - Civil Practice Before the Clerk2013
Krav Maga for LawyersKrav Maga for Lawyers2013
Continuing Legal EducationTechnology and the Lawyer2013
Mecklenburg County BarCivil Practice Before the Clerk2009

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Guardianship

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I am grateful to Mark Gott for making my experience a smooth one. Throughout the whole process, he kept me informed and provided timely updates even amid a pandemic. Mark Gott receives a 10/10 for his expertise, accessibility, and leadership. Mark Gott went above and beyond. I am grateful to have worked with such an incredible professional. Thank you, Mark Gott.
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Superb

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I want to recommend Mr. Gott if you are in need of an Elder Care Attorney because he knows the law and he knows his business, and could not have had a better attorney. If I had to do it again, he would still be chosen. Ethical, professional, empathetic, determined.
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Mark Gott's response: Thank you Cindy. I appreciate you taking time to submit this review. It was an honor working with your family and getting to know you and your siblings.

Wonderful Representation!

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Mark was great to work with in what was otherwise a stressful situation. He really did a nice job of keeping the lines of communication open. It is evident that he truly has the client's best interest in mind and is not just looking to run up as many billable hours as possible. When you hear so many negative things about lawyers in general, it is very refreshing to find someone in this industry who is great at what he does, and is also a genuinely good person. And when it came to litigation, it was EXTREMELY evident that Mark was much better at his job than the opposing attorney. His preparation, attention to detail, and the manner in which he presents the case is incomparable. I actually told Mark after court that regardless of the outcome, I felt so fortunate to have him on our side versus the opposing attorney. At the end, Mark got us the outcome that we desired, and really handled this situation as well as I could have hoped. If you are looking for a lawyer who is great at his job and truly has your best interest in mind, please reach out to Mark! You will not be disappointed.
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Mark Gott's response: Thank you Brian for taking time to review my work. I really appreciate that and it was my honor to assist you.

Surplus funds

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Mr. Gott was handling a surplus funds case for us. Did and is doing a great professional and speedy job. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He responds quickly to any question or inquiry I have had about our case.i give him a gold star for all services he preformed for us.
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Mark Gott's response: Thank you so much for the kind words which are very appreciated!

Seamless guardianship process

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I hired Mark to assist me with a guardianship petition for an adult child. In our consultation he explained the types of guardianships, the role of the guardian ad litem and the process he would help me undertake. He was easy to contact throughout and prepared me for the actual hearing. He was on target during the hearing, and I was successful in obtaining guardianship. As a bonus, he was very pleasant to interact with and was very appropriate with my child.
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Mark Gott's response: Thank you Sandra! I appreciate you taking time to provide this review!

Guardianship case handled by Mark Gott

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Our petition for guardianship of parents was extremely time sensitive. Mark listened, directed and expedited our case and obtained a hearing for us within a window of 11 days. Mark reviewed two extremely large medical files on parents and found every thread of medical comments that was necessary to expediently obtain permanent guardianship at the very first hearing. His demeanor was amazing. His conversational skills with the mediator, other attorneys and all present was direct and extremely professional. We had no prior knowledge of him or his qualifications but knew as soon as we met him that he was going to successfully obtain our guardianship request.
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Guardianship

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Mark accepted a complicated guardianship case regarding my stepdad. He was quick to encourage us and put us at ease, and he represented us well through the entire process. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone or to call him again in the future. I honestly thought the process would be a nightmare but I was quite wrong.
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Guardian ad litem

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He was always kind and helped me decided the right choices to make concerning my daughters trust fund. I appreciated his conservative choices as I am conservative as well. He always kept me informed and help move the case along quickly
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Guardianship

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After a year of not being able to see or help my grandfather Mr. Gott took our case. He was not only empathic to our situation but also saw that we really needed help. He was such and amazing attorney. He made sure we new every step of what we were going to going through. We thought our case would be a long drawn out case but Mr. Gott got everyone he could involved to see that things were handle in a timely manner. He also made sure that my grandfathers safety was his top priority. I know and have worked with several attorneys but none like Mr. Gott. I wish he practiced in areas of law. He would be the only attorney I could ever call on. A true gentleman and excellent at what he does. He helped us out our family back together. For that we will eternally grateful.
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Mark D. Gott

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I engaged Mark Gott to handle a very complex guardianship issue pertaining to a family member. Mr. Gott is most knowledgeable, does his homework and prepared us for all the legal steps and multiple court hearings. He prepared the petitions, briefed us completely and led the proceedings with the courts. I was appointed general guardian and have been in that capacity for almost two years. Mr. Gott has provided comprehensive services, including assisting in the asset distribution, and annual filings. He provides advice that is very timely which gave us the ability to care for our family member. He provided not only expert advice, but did so with the utmost integrity and empathy in understanding our family. I highly recommend Mark Gott.
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W. David Thurman, Guardianship Attorney on Jun 21, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mark Gott is an excellent attorney and a gentleman. Drawing from his experience as a judicial hearing officer with the Office of the Clerk of Superior Court, Mark provides excellent representation in the areas of guardianship, foreclosure and related areas. Mark justly has the respect of his colleagues for his conscientious work and compassionate service to his clients. I refer a number of clients to Mark and have only heard positive feedback from Mark's representation. I recommend him highly as a trustworthy and competent attorney.

Jon Moore, Guardianship Attorney on Jun 8, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

I recently worked with Mark on a very complex case involving difficult questions concerning the status of beneficiaries to an Estate. Mark was extremely professional throughout, and very thoughtful in his approach to this matter in which he skillfully represented a young child. The representation extended not just to what was best for the child in the immediate context of the litigation, but also as to what was going to be best for her long-term support and financial assistance through her youth and into adulthood. I was extremely impressed with the thoughtfulness, diligence and professionalism that Mark displayed in his representation.

Michelle Massingale, Guardianship Attorney on May 17, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

Mark has always proven to be honest and reliable, which is particularly important in guardianship matters. He truly cares for his clients and is consistently able to achieve their goals. Mark has an excellent reputation among his clients and colleagues.

Robert Whitlow, Guardianship Attorney on May 17, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Mark is very compassionate and knowledgeable about guardianship proceedings. He has a great working relationship with the decision makers at the courthouse and knows how to get things done. I have no reservation in recommending him.

Ryan Smith, Guardianship Attorney on May 13, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I've known Mark for years and have been involved in many highly contested cases regarding guardianship. He's always on top of his game, which pushes the rest of the parties in the room to do the same. Don't hesitate to hire Mark.

Brett Dressler, Guardianship Attorney on May 10, 2016
Relationship: Co-worker

I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer with tons of experience in elder law and excellent litigation skills. Most importantly, he achieves great results at a reasonable cost. I would send my own grandmother to him!!!

John Landreth

I endorse this attorney.

Jason McGrath, Foreclosure Attorney on Jun 26, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter

I've worked on a few of the same matters as Mark, and had opportunities to interact with him both in and out of court. I've always found Mark to be among the most reasonable and ethical attorneys in his field, and commend him for his ability and his professionalism.

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