Anastasia M. Prendergast

Anastasia M. Prendergast

4.6
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 16 years

Elder law Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Family

P.O. Box 832, Asheville, NC

About Anastasia

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Elder Law 34%

17 years

34%
Family 33%

13 years

33%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 16 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2009

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Anastasia M. Prendergast, Attorney at Law

P.O. Box 832, Asheville, NC, 28802

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Anastasia M. Prendergast's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (8)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by anonymous | May 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Horrible Communication

Nice person. However, fails to respond to emails, calls to the hired office service are frequently unanswered, fails to advise of any updates in case. (Appears to lack appropriate office support staff). Due to multiple informational mistakes, it has been necessary to preview her work prior to do...cuments being forwarded. According to the contract I signed with her, I have never received even one invoice as promised. I do not feel confident given her disorganization, high fees, or her lack of accomplishment/interest with my case. I regret hiring her and do not recommend this attorney.

Posted by Jason | April 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Grateful to be working with Ana!

We had our initial consultation with Ana today, and we came away so glad that we spoke with her. We have an elder family member who's navigating a complicated mental health situation. Ana listened patiently to our concerns and expertly helped us plan a path forwards. If you're looking for elder law o...r state planning services, I recommend her highly!

Posted by Caroline | September 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Incredible Geriatric Law and Estate Planning

I retained the services of Jim Siemens for my divorce and was elated when I discovered his associate Ana M. Prendergast specializes in Geriatric Law and Estate Planning. Geriatric Attorneys are inordinately difficult to find. Ana eased the exhaustion and frustration I was experiencing in being the H...ealthcare and Durable POA for an overwhelming, elderly parent. Ana improved the quality of my life and my elderly parent’s life by synthesizing empathy, critical thinking and uncanny listening skills with efficiency, resulting in both short and long-term actionable results. Ana M. Prendergast is also my Estate Attorney and conducts this with expediency. Often during divorce we are unable to focus on “next steps” and Ana helped me realize the importance of estate planning, especially as a single mother. I referred her to other friends who were equally satisfied with her gift in channeling family needs into well-conceived, solid estate planning. A quantitative assessment of 5 stars does not do Ana justice; numerically rating her professional and personal qualities is impossible for me because she exceeded and continues to exceed my expectations. Without reservation, I recommend Ana M. Prendergast and The Siemen’s Family Law Group for any family law related legal needs you may have. They are unquestionably the best family law practice in Asheville. Caroline Asheville, North Carolina

Posted by Robert | June 18, 2015

An Exceptional Family Lawyer

Ana provided my 88 year old mother with exceptional service in the execution of all here legal documents including a Medical Directive, Power of Attorney and her Will. Answered all questions in a kind and considerate manor. She eliminated any anxiety early in the meetings and turned the process into ...one that gave my Mom both comfort and confidence. I was so personally impressed that I decided to use Ana for all my personal legal needs. I have and will continue to recommend her services to others.

Posted by David | June 17, 2015

Review: Ana Prendergast

It was time to update/review our wills, so we scheduled an appointment with Ana. We reviewed all legal aspects.....difference between our will and a trust, financial power of attorney (POA), health care POA, etc. We covered all needed aspects for our estate planning needs. Ana has a very stra...ightforward and honest approach, which allows her to explain complex legal aspects in terms that everyone can understand... enabling them to make the right decisions. She was amazing in guiding us through the necessary steps and paperwork in getting our estate planning properly set...the result being that we now have everything in place should something happen to one or both of us. We have had no hesitation in recommending Ana to family/friends and business associates. It's a very comforting feeling to know that, should we need legal help/guidance, that we have access to people we trust who have our best interest at heart....and the best around.

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Anastasia M. Prendergast's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jim Siemens

Elder law lawyer | Mar 22

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"It is my privilege to work with Ana. She is committed to her clients and to her profession. Ana has a bright future in family law, estate planning and elder law."

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Jim Siemens

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Associate, Siemens Family Law Group

2007 - 2011

Associate, Margolis & Bloom, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys

WNC Chapter Treasurer

Education

2009

Suffolk University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2006

University of North Carolina, Asheville

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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