Robinson & Lawing, LLP assists our clients in structuring estate plans that are designed to accomplish their goals. Our services include advising clients on ways to achieve their objectives, preparing wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents, including powers of attorney and living wills. Our estate planning attorneys assist individuals and families by providing a wide range of estate planning and administration services, accommodating the specific needs of each client. From basic estate plans to the development of wealth transfer strategies, we have the necessary experience to assist each client with their unique legal needs. 

In addition, we provide competent and efficient legal assistance in the settlement and administration of trusts and estates. Our attorneys also provide representation for heirs and spouses, when they are not the fiduciary, ensuring they receive what they are entitled to under the law or will.

We can assist fiduciaries or personal representatives in the legal process of administering an estate or trust including:

• Assisting in the qualification process before the Clerk of Superior Court
• Preparing and filing court accountings
• Receiving and transferring assets
• Satisfying debts and claims
• Distributing the estate or trust according to the will, trust instrument, or State law
• Preparing and filing of the necessary federal and state tax returns

Every effort is made to provide such services in a clear and cost-effective manner. Our estate administration attorneys know how confusing and stressful the process can be, so we try to provide clear explanations and assistance every step of the way.

Our attorneys also assist clients in guardianship matters, in litigation involving will and trust disputes, and in a variety of cases involving fiduciary liability matters