Probate Attorney Serving North & South Carolina — Compassionate, Virtual Guidance When You Need It Most
Losing a loved one is difficult enough without the stress of managing legal details.
At Estate Planning of the Carolinas, we help families across North Carolina and South Carolina navigate the probate process — clearly, efficiently, and 100% virtually.
Compassionate Probate Guidance Across the Carolinas
Handling an estate can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re grieving. Our goal is to lift that weight off your shoulders.
At Estate Planning of the Carolinas, we provide virtual probate services to families across Charlotte, Raleigh, Gastonia, Greenville, and every corner of the Carolinas. Whether you’re an executor, administrator, or beneficiary, our experienced probate attorney will walk you through every step, ensuring deadlines are met and documents are handled properly.
Because our process is virtual and flat-fee, you’ll know what to expect from day one — no hidden costs, no courthouse visits, and no unnecessary stress.
Book Your Virtual ConsultationUnderstanding the Probate Process in North & South Carolina
Probate is the court-supervised process of administering a deceased person’s estate — paying debts, distributing assets, and ensuring everything is done according to the law and the will (if one exists).
Here’s what the process typically includes:
- Filing the Estate: Opening the estate in the county where your loved one lived (such as Mecklenburg, Wake, Gaston, or Greenville County).
- Appointing an Executor or Administrator: The person legally responsible for managing the estate.
- Inventorying Assets: Listing property, accounts, and valuables owned by the decedent.
- Paying Debts & Taxes: Ensuring all legitimate debts and obligations are satisfied.
- Distributing Assets: Delivering the remaining property to beneficiaries.
We’ll guide you through every phase — explaining what’s required, preparing filings, and helping you stay organized and compliant.
Learn How Probate WorksWhen You Might Need a Probate Attorney
Even simple estates can involve legal complexity. You should consider professional help if:
- The estate owns real property in more than one state.
- There are multiple beneficiaries or disputes.
- You’re unsure about asset titling, creditor claims, or taxes.
- You want to minimize delays or court interactions.
- You’re administering an estate with no will (intestate estate).
We’re here to make sure nothing falls through the cracks — and that you can focus on your family while we handle the legal work.
Our Probate Services Include:
- Virtual probate consultations and document filing
- Executor and administrator legal guidance
- Estate accounting and court compliance
- Small estate affidavit assistance
- Real property title transfers and deeds
- Beneficiary communication and distribution coordination
Virtual Probate Made Simple
Probate doesn’t have to mean courthouse visits and piles of paperwork.
Our virtual process makes it secure and convenient for families across the Carolinas:
- Free Virtual Consultation: We’ll review your situation and determine what’s needed.
- Document Preparation: We prepare all filings, ready for submission to the appropriate county probate court.
- Guided Administration: You’ll receive step-by-step instructions and ongoing support from your attorney.
- Final Accounting & Closure: Once all obligations are met, we’ll help you finalize and close the estate.
All done remotely, efficiently, and at a flat-fee rate.
Schedule Your ConsultationWhy Families Choose Estate Planning of the Carolinas
- Licensed in North Carolina & South Carolina – Experienced with probate rules in both states.
- Virtual Convenience – Meet, review, and sign documents from anywhere.
- Flat-Fee Transparency – Know your costs upfront.
- Clear Communication – We handle legal complexity in plain English.
- Compassionate Counsel – You’ll always be treated like family, not a file number.
Proudly serving clients in Charlotte, Raleigh, Gastonia, Greenville, Cary, Rock Hill, Concord, Huntersville, and across North and South Carolina — all through secure virtual meetings.
Probate FAQs
How long does probate take in North Carolina or South Carolina?
The probate process usually takes 6–12 months depending on estate complexity, asset types, and whether any disputes arise. We’ll help keep your case on track and avoid unnecessary delays.
Do I have to appear in court?
In most cases, no. With our virtual probate services, we handle the filings and communication with the probate court on your behalf.
What if there’s no will?
If your loved one passed without a will, the estate is considered intestate. We’ll help you follow the correct legal process to distribute assets under state law.
Can you help with out-of-state property?
Yes. We assist with ancillary probate when property is located in multiple states — saving time and minimizing complications.