Top Rated Buncombe County, NC Estate Planning Lawyers

In Buncombe County, North Carolina, there are 67 estate planning lawyers available with 158+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Buncombe County Has 67 Estate Planning Attorneys with 158 Reviews

Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills and more

Bio: Estate planning is my passion. I love to listen to people's stories, goals, and ambitions. Solving problems--complex or simple--gives me great satisfaction. Clients tell me that I am a good listener, educator, and communicator. Estate planning sho...

Rating: 10

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Business, Probate

Bio: I am the Principal in the law firm of Patrick D. Newton, P.C., and I am "Of Counsel" with the law firm of Strauss Attorneys, PLLC. Practice limited with focus on Estate Planning, Probate and Business planning.

Rating: 10

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Estate Planning Lawyers in Buncombe County, NC

Estate planning attorneys prepare wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and trusts to ensure clients’ wishes are honored. They advise on tax-efficient transfers, guardianship for minors, asset protection, and succession planning. They draft documents, coordinate with financial advisors, and guide families through probate avoidance and legacy goals.

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Estate planning attorneys prepare wills, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, and trusts to ensure clients’ wishes are honored. They advise on tax-efficient transfers, guardianship for minors, asset protection, and succession planning. They draft documents, coordinate with financial advisors, and guide families through probate avoidance and legacy goals.

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 44 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Business

Review: "It's a rare thing to find an attorney who is down-to-earth AND competent; however, I believe Steve is just that. I have met with him several times and feel like he 'gets it' when it comes to personal planning. Not only does he have a great assista..."

Rating: 7.9

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business

Bio: As a lawyer in Western North Carolina, I feel very at home in the Appalachian area. I grew up in a small town in Eastern Tennessee, and am glad to be back in these mountains. In addition to full-time practice of Consumer and Business Bankruptcy La...

Rating: 7.8

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Contracts & Agreements, Business and more

Bio: About Blue Mountain Law: Our firm, located in beautiful Asheville, NC, consciously exists to serve the North Carolina community through supportive legal advice that aids in the furtherance of our clients prosperity, growth, and happiness. We view ...

Rating: 6.6

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Business and more

Bio: Peter McGuire has been practicing law in Western North Carolina since 2002. A native of Asheville, Peter is proud to call this area home and feels a deep responsibility for its people and places. Prior to practicing law, Peter worked as a fly fish...

Rating: 7.9

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate and more

Bio: Kathleen Rodberg helps clients with traditional estate planning and administration matters, while focusing her practice on the unique and challenging issues facing the elderly and those with disabilities. The often complex situations of elderly or...

Rating: 10

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Tax, Medicaid & Medicare

Bio: As the founder and owner of Sentry Law, Jeff is dedicated to providing his clients with excellence and personalized attention in estate planning and the management and administration of trusts and wills. As an estate planning attorney and certifie...

Rating: 8.4

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Wills & Living Wills and more

Review: "This attorney did the estate planning for my family. She was fast, efficient, and very pleasant to work with. I was impressed with her knowledge of how to manage assets with a non-traditional family structure."

Rating: 7.6

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Medicaid & Medicare

Bio: Larry S. Hartley is a Board Certified Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation and a Board Certified Specialist in Elder Law by the NC State Bar, one of the first of 11 Board Certified Elder Law attorneys in North Carolina. After re...

Rating: 7.3

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 3 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Bio: At Luminary Wills and Trusts, we keep our focus on you and your family. We are a small, client-centered firm that believes estate planning should be clear and straightforward, not confusing or overwhelming. Our role is to guide you through the pro...

Rating: 6.0

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Litigation, Business

Bio: April Burt is a partner of Burt Langley, PC practicing in the areas of estate administration and end-of-life planning. April strives to tackle these delicate and difficult topics with compassion and understanding for clients facing challenging dec...

Rating: 7.4

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Mediation

Bio: Carter B. Webb is a Senior Attorney with The Van Winkle Law Firm. His practice includes helping individuals and families with their estate planning and estate administration needs. He is also a North Carolina Bar Certified Mediator in Superior Cou...

Rating: 6.8

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Commercial, Real Estate and more

Review: "I used Mr Daniels for a closing, and he made the daunting paperwork seem effortless. He answered all my questions, was prompt and knowledgable."

Rating: 7.3

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate

Review: "He helped me with a harassment and slander issue. Very responsive and quick and got the results quick. He is a nice man that has compassion."

Rating: 7.6

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianship and more

Bio: Caroline Knox is a principal with The Van Winkle Law Firm, where she centers her practice on estate planning and administration, elder law and guardianship. With an emphasis on special needs trusts and other planning tools for clients with disabil...

Rating: 7.2

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 47 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Real Estate, Litigation and more

Review: "We have used Ron's office for perhaps two dozen issues all related to real estate. I've got nothing but good to say. He has done a great job and has solved any problems with skill and wisdom. Highly recommended."

Rating: 7.2

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Trusts and more

Bio: Andrew D. Atherton is the practice group chair for the Estates and Elder Law Practice Group with the law firm of McGuire, Wood & Bissette, P.A., where his practice focuses on developing and implementing comprehensive personal estate plans, assisti...

Rating: 9.8

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Wills & Living Wills and more

Bio: The Alleman Law Firm has been providing quality and compassionate legal services throughout Western North Carolina since 1996. Our accomplishments are due to our commitment to the clients and their specific needs. Our concern is for each of our cl...

Rating: 9.6

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Buncombe County Estate Planning Attorney

Estate Planning Lawyer Licensed for 16 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Family

Review: "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 p..."

Rating: 7.2

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