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also known as Steve Grabenstein
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Steve has been with the Van Winkle Law Firm since moving to Asheville in 1992. He currently serves as President of the Van Winkle Law Firm. Steve's practice involves resolving disputes in a number of areas. His caseload includes business disputes and matters in North Carolina's Business Court, will contests, trust and estate litigation and disputes, personal injury and wrongful death claims as well as claims related to fiduciary services. Steve is a certified mediator for Superior Court proceedings in North Carolina as well as for proceedings before Clerks of Court in North Carolina and mediates a wide variety of cases. Steve serves as a member of arbitration panels and has also been trained in collaborative law, another form of alternative dispute resolution.
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State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1992
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State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1984
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State: Tennessee
Acquired: 1982
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11 N Market St, Asheville, NC, 28801
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Posted by Libby | October 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Your Best Choice
My sister and I hired Steve Grabenstein to represent us in litigation over our fathers estate. Steve and his team (Pat & Heather) were always responsive to our needs and request. They were always VERY prepared for each step in the case. I am not sure how my sister found Steve but I am very glad she ...
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2011 | Trusts
BEST ATTORNEY AROUND!!!
I can honestly say, I do not think there is a better attorney out there. Most people who are exceptionally knowledgeable in their area have no people skills. Mr. Grabenstein is very personable, and always willing to take the time to fully explain something to you. Every single time I sent him an e...
Posted by anonymous | February 08, 2011 | Mediation
AMAZING
Steve is very intelligent and knows the laws and how to settle by mediation as well as courtroom if needed. I feel very confident that Steve can represent any person or firm in any situation. I highly recommend Steve.
"I endorse this lawyer. Steve is smart, practical, hardworking and has a sense of humor. He is an effective mediator, and an excellent estates litigator."
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2018
Lawyer of the Year in Trust and Estate Litigation -- Asheville, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer in Trust and Estate Litigation, North Carolina Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
1992 - Present
Partner, The Van Winkle Law Firm
1988 - 1992
Assistant Attorney General, Attorney General of Tennessee
1985 - 1988
Legislative Director, U.S. Senator Jim Sasser
1982 - 1984
Minority Counsel, U.S. Senate Committee on Governmental Relations
Member
Member
Member
2009 - 2014
Pisgah Legal ServicesBoard of Directors
1982
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Battle of Wills -- Caveat Proceedings in North Carolina
2005
Avoiding the Briar Patch: Mediation of Trust and Estate Disputes
2011
2010
2009
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