Chapel Hill Estate Planning Attorney — Virtual Flat-Fee Wills & Trusts
Serving families in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, Pittsboro, and throughout Orange County with thoughtful, virtual estate planning at a flat fee.
Thoughtful Estate Planning for Chapel Hill Families
Chapel Hill is a community that values careful planning and forward thinking. Whether you’re affiliated with the university, raising a family in Carrboro, or enjoying retirement in southern Orange County, you deserve an estate plan that reflects the life you’ve built. We handle everything virtually — no need to drive across town or hunt for parking.
Why Chapel Hill families work with us:
- Secure virtual meetings — perfect for busy professionals and retirees alike
- Flat fees quoted before any work begins — complete transparency
- Thoughtful plans that account for real estate, retirement assets, and family dynamics
With personalized guidance from a local attorney licensed in North Carolina and South Carolina, your plan is designed to give you confidence and clarity for years to come.
⚖️ Core Services
Protecting What Matters Most to Your Family
A good estate plan starts with understanding your family’s unique situation. We work with Chapel Hill families to draft wills, create trusts, appoint guardians, and organize everything from retirement accounts to real property. Our goal is a plan that gives you peace of mind and gives your family clear direction.
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Orange County Probate Does Not Have to Derail Your Family
Probate in Orange County is handled through the Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in Hillsborough. If you’re settling a loved one’s estate, we can guide you through each step — qualifying as executor, inventorying assets, paying debts, and distributing property. We handle the legal complexity so you can focus on your family.
ProbateA Trust Gives Your Family a Head Start
When you pass with only a will, your family waits for the Orange County Clerk of Court to validate it, notify creditors, and eventually distribute assets. That process takes months at minimum. A revocable living trust bypasses all of it. Your successor trustee steps in immediately — no court filing, no public record, no delay. If you own property in Chapel Hill or have investments spread across accounts, a trust is the most efficient way to make sure your family is not stuck waiting on a courtroom.
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Planning for the Unexpected — While You Still Can
Nobody plans to have a stroke at 52 or a bad reaction to anesthesia during routine surgery. But it happens every day. A healthcare directive tells doctors what you want. A durable power of attorney gives someone you trust the legal authority to handle your bills, your mortgage, and your bank accounts. Without them, your spouse or kids may need a judge to grant them permission for things you would want them to handle automatically.
Ancillary DocumentsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I create an estate plan in Chapel Hill without visiting an office?
Yes. Our entire estate planning process is handled through secure video consultations. You get the same quality and attention without leaving your home.
Where does Orange County handle probate?
Orange County probate matters are managed by the Clerk of Superior Court at the Orange County Courthouse, 106 E. Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278.
What should I bring to my estate planning consultation?
A list of your major assets (home, retirement accounts, life insurance), the names of people you’d want to serve as guardians or executors, and any existing estate planning documents you may have. We’ll walk you through everything else during the meeting.