John J. Peck

John J. Peck

4.5
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 44 years

Elder law Lawyer Practice Areas: Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts ... +2 more

About John

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Elder Law 55%

25 years | 1,000 cases

55%
Estate Planning 22%

45 years | 1,000 cases

22%

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 44 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1981

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017

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John J. Peck's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

5 star (7)
4 star (0)
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1 star (1)

Posted by Joyce | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Job well done!

My husband was in need of a nursing home facility. I was referred to Legacy Lawyers by a family friend; therefore, we met for a consultation with John. He explained in detail the process of applying for Medicaid. John and Rita were very helpful and professional throughout the long stressful process. ...John assured me that everything would work out and not to worry. I would highly recommend John.

Posted by Terri | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best in the business!!

We hired John after consulting with a few other Elder Law attorneys regarding my mothers estate and nursing home needs. John was the only attorney qualified and experienced to handle our situation. He and his staff were in constant contact and available to us throughout the process. He is absolutely ...brilliant at navigating the Medicaid and Nursing Home nightmare. He gave me peace of mind during this emotional and stressful time. I would highly recommend John to anyone needing a professional and experienced Elder Law attorney.

Posted by Bob | August 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excessive charges, poor client relationship & manners

We hired attorney Peck in 2014 to create an Estate Plan were charged $1,450. He told us he had another attorney available to handle the case if he was no longer practicing when the need arose. We needed to have our Executor replaced and our inheritors changed and had great difficulty scheduling a...n appointment to discuss. This change seems to be a simple change of a few names in our documents done by a legal secretary, yet he wanted $950. to do so. He was also unable to arrange for us to meet the person who would handle our case if he was no longer available. When we told him we needed to think and consider the high costs, he left the room without even saying goodbye or tell us he hopes to see us again. Seems like once we paid him, he had no concerns about us anymore.

Posted by Mary Lou | July 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Nursing Home and Medicaid

After listening to John Peck speak at his seminar, my mother, my husband and I decided to meet with him for a consultation. He explained to us in detail what to expect as my father was going into a nursing home and we'd have to apply for medicaid. Though the process was lengthy and very stressful, ...John and his staff led the way and I had the greatest confidence in him. I was grateful to have gone to that seminar and met John as we had to go through the same process with my mother, after Dad had passed a year later. Everything John had told us had come to pass. I would highly recommend John Peck.

Posted by Michael | February 2, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend.

John helped my wife and I pull together what we needed to get done for my son's Special Needs Trust. It went well and we had no problems. In discussing our wills, John asked about my dad who was in a nursing home. He alerted us that dad may be eligible for a Veteran's Medical Expense Pension. We w...ere unaware of this possible pension until John told us. John got the information needed for the application and we eventually got a monthly check to help pay for dads medical expenses till the end of his life. I would highly recommend John.

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Rick Law

Elder law lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Almost 12 years ago, I met John Peck. At the time, he was already widely known and respected within the estate planning and elder law legal community. He has provided me with wise counsel as our estate planning and elder law practice has grown over the last 12 years. I endorse John Peck as a lawyer renowned within our practice niche"

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Daniel Surprenant

Elder law lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Other

"I have known John for about 9 years through a professional association. Each time I interact with John, I am impressed by his knowledge and straight forward manor of presenting information. He speaks with clarity and insight. John is well respected among our peers and a nice guy."

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Richard Vouga

Elder law lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I first met John at a workshop aboutfive years ago. Since that time I have continued to see him at numerous workshops and seminars around the country. I always enjoy listening to his thoughtful and insightful comments at these events as he demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of elder law, appropriate planning techniques, and how to help families protect their assets and their loved ones."

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Thorpe Facer

Elder law lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I first met John at a workshop about ten years ago. Since that time I have continued to see him at numerous workshops and seminars around the country. I always enjoy listening to his thoughtful and insightful comments at these events as he demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of elder law, appropriate planning techniques, and how to help families protect their assets and their loved ones. When I think of premier elder law attorneys in North Carolina, John is one of the first to come to mind. I have no hesitation in referring folks to him as I know he will do a great job."

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Martha Patterson

Elder law lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. John it a truly nice guy, he really cares about his clients."

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Margaret Phelan

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Other

"What a joy it is to hear John speak on a topic related to his passion: estate planning and elder law. He has a quiet, understated manner. His presentations demonstrate the depth of his knowledge and commitment to his practice."

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J. Clinkscales

Elder law lawyer | Oct 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the great pleasures of my practice has been to know John. He has an unbelievable amount of knowledge. He care so much for his clients and their causes. I would not hesitate hiring John to help me or one of my family members. He has acquired so much wisdom, sometimes I feel like I should just do more to be around him and absorb his knowledge."

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Nicole Johnson

Elder law lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse John J. Peck because of his devotion to help the elder community in any way he can. He is not only extremely knowledgeable in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning, Medicaid Planning, and Probate Matters, but imparts his knowledge onto his clients by giving them their options on what they can do, rather than telling them what to do. John Peck is an ethical, honorable man and an excellent attorney."

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Brett Howell

Elder law lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John for several years. He is a kind and very knowledgeable attorney. I recommend him to anyone in North Carolina in need of an elder law attorney."

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Katherine Parker

Estate planning lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Peck, who is a colleague of mine, in the area of estate planning."

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Nancy Nawrocki

Elder law lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known John Peck for many years and have an extremely high opinion of him. I know John to have the highest professionalism and knowledge of his area of practice. He continually stays abreast of the latest developments in the law and puts his clients interest first by providing outstanding service. I highly recommend John peck."

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Dennis Toman

Elder law lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've known John for many years and he has provided terrific advice for difficult elder law situations that I've asked his help on. John is an extremely capable lawyer, and he is a strong advocate for his clients. I am glad to endorse John and would not hesitate to refer a client to him."

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Richard Hughes

Elder law lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Siebers

Elder law lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known John for years. He is committed to his clients and goes to great lengths to remain on the cutting edge of the legal options available to assist them."

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Julieanne Steinbacher

Elder law lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse John Peck. He is an extremely capable elder law attorney and has a deep understanding of planning techniques. He also is very qualified to help families protect assets with the use of trusts. In addition to his legal expertise, John is also a very good communicator and can explain things so that people are able to understand and feel comfortable with thier options. John is a great attorney and without hesitation I would highly recommend him to anyone in North Carolina."

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Laurence Levinson

Elder law lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have know John for the last ten years and have referred clients to him. He has a deep knowledge of elder law. I would not hesitate referring clients to him in the future."

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Larry Hartley

Elder law lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John Peck is one of the most knowledgeable elder Law Attorneys in North Carolina. I consult with him when I have novel or difficult Elder Law Issues. I am board certified in Elder Law by the NC State Bar and by the Elder Law Foundation. John Peck is one of the resources I rely on when I am stumped. Sincerely, Larry S. Hartley"

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Janet Mclamb

Elder law lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend this lawyer. HIs knowledge base is extensive."

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William Hammond

Elder law lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. John Peck is one of the finest attorneys I have ever known. I know and work with attorneys across the country. John Peck stands out among them. He is extremely knowledgable. Attorney Peck represents the highest ideals of the profession. He is a dogged representative for his clients and from my experience with him, I believe he crafts plans that meet the needs of his clients while doing so in an honest, ethical manner. I give him my highest recommendation. William G. Hammond Overland Park, KS"

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Preston Wilson

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. John and I have been members of an estate planning group, The Mid-South Estate Planning Forum, for about ten years. I have attended programs with him and discussed complex estate planning matter with him. His grasp of these matters is superior and I am confident in his ability to provide excellent counsel and representation in the estate planning area."

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Nicole Johnson

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Karen Webber

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Theodore Gudorf

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Michelle Beneski

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Thomas Rogers

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Karla Levinson

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Laurence Levinson

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Janet Mclamb

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William Hammond

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Dennis Toman

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William Siebers

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Richard Hughes

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William Alexander

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Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.

Reprimand issued in NC, 2017

updated on 10/04/2017

Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Reprimand issued in NC, 2014

updated on 05/11/2014

Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Reprimand issued in NC, 2004

updated on 01/28/2013

Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Legacy Lawyers

Associations

2007 - Present

Advanced Planning Legal Network

Attorney Member

2001 - Present

NC Bar Association's Elder Law Section

Member of NC Bar Association

1981 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association's Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Section

Member of NC Bar Association

National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member Attorney

Mid-South Forum of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member Attorney

Elder Counsel

Charter Member

Wealth Counsel's Advisors Forum

Founding Member

Veteran's Administration

VA Accredited Attorney

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

National Member

Wealth Counsel

Member Attorney

Leading Lawyers on Estate & Long Term Planning

Platinum Level Attorney

Education

1980

Campbell University

JD - Juris Doctor

1972

Belmont Abbey College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2013

Legal Guide The North Crolina Consummer's Guide to Medicaid Planning and Asset Protection

2003

Quntum Press Giving Philantrophy For Everyone

Languages

English

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