Wilmington Estate Planning Attorney — Virtual Flat-Fee Wills & Trusts
Serving families in Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Leland, Hampstead, and all of New Hanover County. Flat-fee virtual estate planning from the comfort of home.
Coastal Families Deserve a Solid Estate Plan
Wilmington is one of North Carolina’s most desirable places to live — the beaches, the historic downtown, the slower pace. But coastal living comes with unique estate planning considerations: beach property, flood zones, vacation rentals, and families spread across multiple states. We help you build a plan that addresses all of it, entirely through virtual meetings.
Why Wilmington families choose our virtual approach:
- Meet from your beach house, downtown condo, or anywhere with internet access
- Flat-fee estate plans — your cost is locked in before we begin
- Plans that address coastal property, out-of-state heirs, and military family needs
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
Coastal Living, Smart Planning
Coastal property, rental income, out-of-state family members — these add complexity to estate planning that a basic will template can’t handle. We work with Wilmington families to create wills, trusts, and beneficiary plans that account for your full financial picture. If you own property in a flood zone or have heirs in another state, we make sure your plan covers it.
Estate Planning
New Hanover County Probate Made Simple
Settling a loved one’s estate on the coast? Probate in New Hanover County is managed through the Clerk of Superior Court at the courthouse in downtown Wilmington. We help families navigate the process — from qualifying as executor to distributing assets — with efficiency and compassion.
ProbateProtect Your Beach Property With a Living Trust
Coastal property in the Wilmington area carries real value — and real complications if it ends up in probate. A revocable living trust keeps your beach house, investment accounts, and other assets out of the New Hanover County court system entirely. Your beneficiaries receive everything directly through the trust, privately and without delay. For families who split time between Wilmington and another state, a trust also avoids the nightmare of ancillary probate in multiple jurisdictions.
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The Most Overlooked Documents in Estate Planning
Most people think estate planning is about what happens after they die. But a healthcare directive and power of attorney protect you while you are still alive. If a hurricane evacuation goes wrong or a medical emergency leaves you unable to communicate, these documents make sure someone you trust can step in immediately — no court petition, no legal fees, no weeks of uncertainty for your family.
Ancillary DocumentsFrequently Asked Questions
Do you serve clients in Wilmington virtually?
Yes. We work with Wilmington families entirely through secure video consultations. No need to find parking downtown or rearrange your day.
Where is the New Hanover County probate court?
New Hanover County probate matters are handled by the Clerk of Superior Court at the New Hanover County Courthouse, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Do I need a special estate plan for beach property?
Coastal property can create unique issues in estate planning — flood insurance, out-of-state heirs, rental income, and title considerations. During your consultation, we’ll make sure your plan addresses all of these factors.