Cynthia L. Alleman

Cynthia L. Alleman

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 31 years

Probate Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Probate, Wills & Living Wills, Trusts ... +3 more

75 Church Street, Asheville, NC

About Cynthia

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Probate 25%

Probate is the process of handling someone's estate after the person has passed away. We assist executors, administrators, and beneficiaries in this regard.

26 years

25%
Trusts 15%

We assist with trusts for disabled persons--special and supplemental needs trusts. We also prepare trusts for minors and others who need someone to manage funds for them.

31 years

15%
Wills and Living Wills 15%

Wills allow a person to choose who receives their property when they pass away, part of Estate Planning. Living Wills are an advanced medical directive indicating wishes of someone regarding end of live medical care options.

31 years

15%
Guardianship 10%

Guardian appointed by the court for an individual who is not able to make or communicate important decisions. We assist in obtaining guardianship and we assist guardians in accountings required.

30 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1994

Active

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Location

Cynthia L. Alleman

75 Church Street, Asheville, NC, 28801-3623

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Cynthia L. Alleman's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 17 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Gina | April 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Will and living will planning

Cynthia Alleman helped my husband and I prepare our will and living will. She took a lot of time to ask questions concerning our family in order to decide what elements needed to go into our planning. We were impressed with her and her staff who always answered the phone and addressed any concerns we... had promptly.

Posted by Jan | March 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Ms. Gabrielle Trott

Pisgah Legal Services referred me to the Cynthia Alleman Law Firm to help with preparing my Will and Advance Directives. The (senior) rate would be $50 for an initial one-hour consultation. I met with Attorney Gabrielle Trott who made recommendations based on a detailed questionnaire. She explained... what the Will would entail, the cost, and how payment could be made. After her taking the time to answer all my questions, both during this meeting and a follow-up phone call, I was happy to proceed, and now have my Will and Advance Directives completed. I highly recommend Attorney Gabrielle Trott to anyone needing assistance with finalizing their last wishes.

Posted by Kim | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Professional

Ms. Alleman updated my will, living will and power of attorney. She included all of my wishes for how to handle my estate and health care decisions so that my children know what to do.

Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills

Mrs.

Mrs. Alleman was very informative, thorough in preparing my will and related documents. She guided me through the process, answering all my questions.

Posted by anonymous | May 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Above and Beyond

Cynthia provided services to myself and my sister for Special Needs Trusts after our mother died. She made it possible when others wouldn't, by accepting us as clients on promise to pay her fees once the trusts were signed and funded. I thank God I found her. She was very easy to work with, and di...dn't use "attorney speak," so communications remained open. I would highly recommend her for any estate planning needs you may have. Thank you again, Cynthia and Anne!

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Cynthia L. Alleman's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Lloyd

Guardianship lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cynthia is very knowledgeable in the area of guardianship. She is quite skilled at preparing special needs trusts. She is knowledgeable in the preparation of wills and other end of life documents. She is a trusted resource in the legal community."

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David Cartner

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Roberts

Guardianship lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Cynthia is exceptionally experienced and skilled in guardianship work and can be counted on for the best results."

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Heidi Stewart

Guardianship lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on multiple legal matters with Attorney Alleman for a number of years. No matter what area it has been, an Estate matter, a Guardianship, or a Real Estate transaction, she has always displayed the highest degree of professionalism and respect towards both myself and my clients."

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Victor Garlock

Guardianship lawyer | Dec 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Cynthia as a colleague and friend for 17 years. We have worked on dozens of cases together. She is smart, hard working and honest. I endorse her wholeheartedly."

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Tony Rollman

Guardianship lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Cynthia is a great lawyer that works very hard for her clients. I highly endorse her!"

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Heidi Stewart

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

William L. Thorp ProBono Award, North Carolina Bar Association

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Attorney, Alleman Law Firm

Associations

North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys

Member

Buncombe County Women Attorneys

Member

North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers

Past Member

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

Education

1994

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1990

Illinois Wesleyan University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

The Four L's of a Successful Retirement

Estate Planning

2019

Lunch and Learn

Estate Planning

2017

Seminar

Estate Planning

2017

Open house for parents

The Guardianship Process

2017

Aging in Place National Conference Elder Law Issues: Is your house in order?

2016

Transition to Adulthood Fair

Planning for the Future when your family includes a member with a disability

2016

Seminar

Powers of Attorney

2016

Panel Discussion

Issues in Elder Law

2016

Open house for parents

The Guardianship Process

2015

Transition into Adulthood Fair

Planning for the Future when your family includes a member with a disability

2015

Shuler Funeral Home

The Probate Process

2015

Senior Opportunities Center

Elder Law Issues

2015

Rotary Meeting

Estate Planning

2015

Family Support Network

Guardianship in North Carolina

2015

Alzheimer's Support Group

What to do when a loved one dies

2011

Terri Mullins Radio Show

Wills, Guardianship & Powers of Attorney

2011

Social Work Staff Training

Guardianship and Powers of Attorney

2011

Seminar

Special Needs Trusts for a Disabled Loved One

2011

Monthly Meeting

Executors, Heirs and Guardians Selling Property

2011

Conference

Guardianship, Powers of Attorney and Special Needs Trust

2010

NC Guardianship Association Conference

Limited Guardianship & Alternatives to Guardianship

2008

Monthly Meeting

Wills and Probate: What you Need to Know

2007

Seminar

Wills, Guardianship & Powers of Attorney

2006

Seminar

Law Practice Management

2005

Seminar

Wills, Guardianship & Powers of Attorney

2005

Conference

Guardianship and Elder law Issues

2005

American Case Management Assn NC Chapter Conference

Critical Legal Issues: What do I do when my patient is not competent?

2005

Advanced Care Planning Seminar

Care Giving: Tools to Meet the Challenges

2004

Small Office Practice Session

Legal Resources and Employment Placement

2004

Seminar

Ethical Social Work Practice with the Elderly

2002

Social Workers in Long Term Care Conference

Guardianship, Powers of Attorney & Estate Issues

2001

Seminar

Essential Litigation Skills for NC Paralegals

1998

Seminar

Guardianship of Incompetent Adults

Languages

English

Activity

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