Protect Your Family.
Skip the Probate Mess.
A revocable living trust keeps your family out of court, out of conflict, and in control of your legacy.
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What Is a Revocable Living Trust?
Think of it as a secure container for your assets — your house, savings, investments. While you’re alive, you control everything. When you pass, your chosen trustee distributes assets to your loved ones immediately and privately, without court involvement, without public record, and without the 12–18 month probate nightmare.
Skip Probate
Your family avoids 12–18 months of court proceedings and thousands in legal fees. Assets pass directly and immediately to your heirs.
Stay Private
Unlike a will, a trust never enters public record. No one sees what you owned, who received what, or any details of your estate.
Keep Control
You remain in complete control while alive. Change it, update it, or revoke it anytime. It’s your trust — it adapts to your life.
From First Call to Full Protection
Most families complete their entire estate plan in 2–3 weeks — without ever leaving home.
Free Consultation
We discuss your situation, answer every question, and recommend the right plan. Zero obligation.
30 minutesPlan Design
We draft your complete plan — trust, will, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.
1–2 weeksReview & Sign
We walk through every document together on a video call. You understand exactly what you’re signing.
1 hourYou’re Protected
Family protected. We guide you through trust funding and provide lifetime support.
OngoingWhat Happens If You Don’t Have a Plan?
In North Carolina, dying without an estate plan means the state decides what happens to everything you’ve built.
Probate Court
Your family spends 12–18 months in court before receiving a single dime from your estate.
Thousands in Fees
Attorney fees, court costs, and executor fees eat into the estate before your family sees anything.
Family Conflict
Without clear instructions, even close families fight. Relationships rarely survive probate intact.
A Judge Decides
A stranger decides who raises your kids and who gets your house. That decision belongs to you — not a courtroom.
The good news? A complete estate plan takes just 2–3 weeks to set up.
Protect Your Family TodayTrusted by NC & SC Families
See why families across the Carolinas choose Estate Planning of the Carolinas
“Ryan was great to work with. He was very knowledgeable and professional in helping us set up our Trust to ensure our families are taken care of. Would 100% recommend Ryan again for any of our needs or anyone else’s.”
“Ryan did a great job with my estate planning. He answered all my questions and accommodated all my estate planning requests. Everything was done over the phone and online which helped with my busy schedule. When all was finalized, a mobile notary came to my home for the execution of the documents. All very convenient and easy!”
“After unexpectedly losing a parent and watching the other parent go through it, and then getting married myself, I’m glad I worked with Estate Planning of the Carolinas to set up my will and trust here in Charlotte, NC. Ryan made everything simple and explained each step clearly, providing solid legal advice and explanations throughout the process. If you need estate planning help in Charlotte, I highly recommend this firm.”
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Ryan P. Duffy, Esq.
Ryan P. Duffy is the founder of Estate Planning of the Carolinas and a dedicated estate planning attorney licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
He built this practice around one idea: estate planning shouldn’t require a trip downtown, a stack of confusing paperwork, or a surprise bill at the end.
Ryan works with families across the Carolinas virtually, on their schedule, with transparent flat-fee pricing. No billable hours. No hidden costs. Just straightforward legal protection for the people you love.
Flat Fees. No Hourly Billing. No Surprises.
We’ll give you an exact quote on your free consultation. The price we quote is the price you pay.
Will-Based Plan
For individuals & couples who want basic protection
Goes through probate, but protects your wishes
- Last Will and Testament
- Financial Power of Attorney
- Healthcare Power of Attorney
- Living Will / Advance Directive
- HIPAA Authorization
- Virtual consultation & signing
Trust-Based Plan
For families who want to avoid probate completely
Avoids probate, keeps everything private
- Revocable Living Trust
- Pour-Over Will
- Financial Power of Attorney
- Healthcare Power of Attorney
- Living Will / Advance Directive
- HIPAA Authorization
- Trust funding guidance
- One deed transfer included
- Lifetime support
Need something custom? A-la-carte options available. Call to discuss.
Everything You Need to Know
Straight answers to the questions Carolina families ask most.