Charleston Estate Planning Attorney — Virtual Guidance for Lowcountry Families
Serving families in Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Summerville, North Charleston, James Island, and throughout Charleston County. Flat-fee virtual estate planning under South Carolina law.
Lowcountry Families: Protect What You’ve Built
Charleston is a city where history meets modern ambition — and where families take legacy seriously. Whether you live south of Broad, out in Mount Pleasant, or in one of Summerville’s growing neighborhoods, your estate plan should be as well-crafted as the life you’ve built here. We make it easy with virtual meetings, flat-fee pricing, and deep knowledge of SC estate law.
Why Charleston families choose us:
- Virtual meetings from anywhere in the Lowcountry — no bridge traffic required
- Flat-fee pricing — your total cost is quoted before we start
- SC-compliant plans for historic property, coastal real estate, and multi-generational wealth
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
Lowcountry Roots Deserve Lasting Protection
Charleston families often have complex estate planning needs — historic property, vacation rentals, family trusts, and beneficiaries spread across multiple states. We draft wills, create trusts, and structure your plan to handle the nuances of Lowcountry assets under South Carolina law.
Estate Planning
Charleston County Probate: Simpler Than You Think
South Carolina’s Probate Court handles estate administration, and Charleston County has its own. Whether you need to open an estate, qualify as personal representative, or navigate creditor claims, we guide you through the SC probate process with clarity and efficiency.
ProbateFrom Downtown to the Islands — Protect Every Asset
Charleston property values have skyrocketed, and that means probate just got more expensive for your family. A revocable living trust keeps your real estate — whether it is a home downtown, a rental on James Island, or a place out on Sullivan’s Island — completely out of Charleston County probate. Your successor trustee handles the transfer privately, immediately, and exactly how you planned it. No court filing. No six-month wait. No public record of what you owned or who got it.
Trusts
A Medical Emergency Without a Plan Is Every Family’s Nightmare
Picture this: you are in the ER at MUSC and cannot communicate. Your spouse is in the waiting room with no legal authority to make your medical decisions or access your bank account. Without a healthcare directive and durable power of attorney, that is exactly what happens. These two documents are the most important — and most neglected — pieces of any estate plan. They take minutes to create and they prevent months of legal chaos.
Ancillary DocumentsFrequently Asked Questions
Do you work with Charleston families virtually?
Yes. All consultations and document reviews happen through secure video meetings. You get the same personalized service without needing to drive downtown or across the bridges.
Where is the Charleston County Probate Court?
The Charleston County Probate Court is located at 4 Courthouse Square, Charleston, SC 29401.
Should I put my Charleston home in a trust?
It depends on your overall estate plan. Placing your home in a revocable living trust can help your family avoid probate and maintain privacy. During your consultation, we’ll review your full financial picture and help you decide if a trust makes sense.