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Guardianship Lawyer Raleigh
Guardianship involves making pivotal decisions on behalf of those who cannot make them for themselves, often touching the lives of our elder family members. At Oak City Estate Planning, we understand the delicate nature of this responsibility and provide guidance through the legal processes of obtaining or ending a guardianship as well as replacing a guardian. Our guardianship attorneys can ensure that the best interests of your loved ones are considered and protected. Supported by the guardianship lawyers of Oak City Estate Planning, you can navigate these crucial decisions with confidence,
To discuss guardianship matters and how we can assist you, please call (919) 975-5359.
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His professionalism, expertise, and friendly approach made a complex process much easier for our family.
Tom McGovern
P"We are very pleased with the service provided"
Very eager to explain our questions and reachable if needed. Friendly staff and convenient location.
Pedro Diaz
K"Lars was great at explaining how the law applies."
Lars was great at explaining how the law actually applies and what was the best course for our family.
Kevin Sharman
S"We would highly recommend using them"
Our questions were patiently answered and the atmosphere was both professional and friendly.
Sherrill Icklan
W"He was very attentive, professional, and we highly recommend him."
Lars listened to our concerns and drew up the documents that set them in place. He was very attentive and professional.
William Cole
T"Complicated Process Made Simple"
They made the complicated process simple and left us with no regrets.
Tony Currin
D"Very good experience"
Very kind, professional, and detailed service
Dawn Bright
L"Great experience with Oak City Estate Planning"
Our estate plan was crafted considering where we’re currently at in life.
Laurel Rowe
C"Lars knows his stuff"
Honest, dependable, friendly. Lars knows his stuff and looks out for his clients.
C Loftis
C"Good Man, Good Assistant"
Good man, good assistant, on time, knowledgeable.
Charles Grutman
E"Highly recommend his services"
Lars was great; took the time to understand my specific circumstances, guided expert decisions along the way.
Eric S
S"Absolutely will work with him again"
He made my family and I comfortable and welcomed.
Stephen Powell
G"Trustworthy and Compassionate Attorney"
Lars showed genuine concern and quickly understood our needs.
Gerald Mendez
L"Impressive Experience with Lars"
We were impressed; we didn't talk to anybody else, we just went with Lars.
Linda Webb
M"Lars is a great attorney"
Lars is a great attorney who provided our family with all the essential information.
Mary Diaz
J"Knowledgeable and Timely Service"
Lars is knowledgeable and has a set process.
Jacob Knight
j"Seamless Estate Planning"
The process was seamless. He took the time to explain and address any questions I had.
jules desir
C"Very helpful and honest"
It's best we wait till father changes residency.
Craig Moore
E"Quick & Seamless End of Life Planning"
Lars was super easy to work with, quick to answer questions, or change documents based on our input.
Emily Miller
G"Pleased with personal service"
I was quite pleased with the personal service and attention to detail at Oak City.
Gary Bann
A"Efficient and thorough process"
The process was efficient and thorough. Lars led us through the process explaining everything as we went along.
Amy Rogers
L"Incredibly thoughtful and thorough"
Lars was incredibly thoughtful and thorough.
Lauren Smith
K"Mr. Kissling is kind and efficient"
Believe the reviews, Mr. Kissling is kind and efficient. A great combination!
Kelly Nolan
D"Very professional lawyer"
Lars is a very professional lawyer. His details about wills were great.
Don Wait
R"Very Accommodating"
Good service, fair price, quicker than expected turnaround.
Robert Lodico
K"Great service, prompt turnaround"
Great service, prompt turnaround, no hard sell, at a very fair cost.
Kay Gray
J"Commitment and Dedication"
The experience was exceptional. Mr. Lars Kissling's attention to detail and commitment to clients were evident throughout the process.
Jenya A.
D"Productive and Informative"
My time with Lars was productive and all my questions were answered.
Delores Kind
W"Lars was great to work with!"
Lars was great to work with! We highly recommend his services.
William Hunter
J"Conscientious and Professional Guidance"
Oak City Estate Planning provided conscientious and professional guidance with the updating of all of my estate documents.
James Konold
Made the Entire Process Smooth and Stress-Free
We recently worked with Lars Kissling to form a family trust, update our wills, assign medical power of attorney to one of our daughters, and ensure our assets are protected for the future. Lars made the entire process smooth and stress-free.
He took the time to truly listen to what we needed, explained everything clearly, and even suggested additional options we hadn’t considered that turned out to be very helpful. His professionalism, expertise, and friendly approach made a complex process much easier for our family.
We are so grateful for his guidance and highly recommend Lars and Oak City Estate Planning to anyone looking for estate planning services!
Tom McGovern
We are very pleased with the service provided
Very eager to explain our questions and reachable if needed. Friendly staff and convenient location. Overall, we are very pleased with the service provided and will recommend their service to friends and family.
Pedro Diaz
Lars was great at explaining how the law applies.
Lars was great at explaining how the law actually applies and what was the best course for our family.
Kevin Sharman
We would highly recommend using them
My husband and I had an excellent experience with Oak City Estate Planning. Our questions were patiently answered and the atmosphere was both professional and friendly. We would highly recommend using them for any estate planning needs.
Sherrill Icklan
He was very attentive, professional, and we highly recommend him.
My wife and I were very pleased with the way Lars listened to our concerns and drew up the documents that set them in place. He was very attentive, professional, and we highly recommend him.
William Cole
Complicated Process Made Simple
My wife and I decided it was time to organize our estate in such a way that it was protected and could be seamlessly passed on to our sons. We could not have picked a better team than Oak City Estate Planning to guide us through the process. They made the complicated process simple. We were led through the decision-making process in such a way that we have no regrets about how our estate is now organized. And, we know our sons will be able to carry on after we are gone.
Tony Currin
Very good experience
Very good experience. Very kind, professional, and most importantly we went over all the details, large and small, of mine and my husband's will. I'm not hoping for it to be soon, but now I can die in peace knowing my loved ones won't bear any burden.
Dawn Bright
Great experience with Oak City Estate Planning
My husband and I had a great experience with Oak City Estate Planning. This process was entirely new to us, but everything was explained and any questions we had were answered. Our estate plan was crafted considering where we’re currently at in life (early 30s), and was not made overly complicated. We would absolutely recommend Oak City Estate Planning to anyone, whether you’re looking for a simple or highly tailored estate plan!
Laurel Rowe
Lars knows his stuff
Honest, dependable, friendly. Lars knows his stuff and looks out for his clients.
C Loftis
Good Man, Good Assistant
Good man, good assistant, on time, knowledgeable. Did a fine job on my estate.
Charles Grutman
Highly recommend his services
Lars was great; took the time to understand my specific circumstances, guided expert decisions along the way. Highly recommend his services.
Eric S
Absolutely will work with him again
Can't say enough about Lars. He made my family and me comfortable, made us feel welcomed, and explained everything to us in a clear, concise manner. Absolutely will be working with him in the future.
Stephen Powell
Trustworthy and Compassionate Attorney
Estate planning is something most people don’t think about until they have to. I found myself in that exact situation—uncertain, overwhelmed, and unsure where to start. After some research, I reached out to Lars, and I’m so glad I did. From the very first call, Lars showed genuine concern and quickly understood our needs. He is incredibly patient, listens attentively, and clearly explains each step of the process in a way that makes sense, no matter your background. Thanks to Lars, our family found peace of mind during a difficult time. His pricing is fair, his communication is prompt, and he always makes himself available when needed. If you're looking for a trustworthy and compassionate estate planning attorney, I highly recommend Lars.
Gerald Mendez
Impressive Experience with Lars
Our initial experience with Lars was impressive. It was moments before he returned my call. I was impressed—a busy person with a busy business—and he made time to call me personally. After the initial call, he sent an email confirming the call and a video and information all about our initial meeting for us to be prepared. We made our first meeting, and it was at that meeting we decided to sign a contract. We were that impressed. We didn't go home and talk about it, we didn't talk to anybody else, we just went with Lars. During that meeting, we had filled out paperwork and were preparing to put our specific plan for the trust and estate together. He reviewed everything with us and explained it very clearly. It was followed up then by an email with a draft for us to review so that we could be ready to come into the office and sign. Everything in the draft was great; we met, we signed, it's done. I highly recommend Lars and his office for any work that needs to be done. Oak City Planning five stars.
Linda Webb
Lars is a great attorney
Lars is a great attorney who provided our family with all the essential information, enabling us to make informed decisions regarding our mother's estate planning. We highly recommend him!
Mary Diaz
Knowledgeable and Timely Service
Lars is knowledgeable and has a set process that he walks you through. He lays out the information to help figure out what level of planning makes the most sense. Then carried out the estate plan to be finalized in a timely manner.
Jacob Knight
Seamless Estate Planning
Thank you to Lars Kissling and his team for helping me with my estate planning. The process was seamless. He took the time to explain and address any questions I had. I recommend Mr. Kissling for anyone who's looking for knowledgeable and professional estate planning.
jules desir
Very helpful and honest
Very helpful and honest. Due to my father planning on switching his residence to another state, we were informed in our FREE consultation that it's best we wait till father changes residency to another state and contact an estate planner there due to various reasons. He talked us out of doing business with him and then finding out we needed to re-do. I recommend Oak City for those who are permanent residents of NC.
Craig Moore
Quick & Seamless End of Life Planning
Lars was super easy to work with, quick to answer questions or change documents based on our input. I really appreciated the training he sent before our first meeting; it explained a lot and was very clear. Would recommend Oak City Estate Planning to make your end of life planning seamless with a quick turnaround.
Emily Miller
Pleased with personal service
I was quite pleased with the personal service and attention to detail at Oak City. I would recommend Lars to anyone in need of help in this area.
Gary Bann
Efficient and thorough process
Lars Kissling at Oak City Estate Planning made the process of making our will very easy. We had no idea what to do, only that we needed to do something. In the first meeting, he asked us questions to organize our thoughts and showed us what our options were. Using our answers, he drew up a draft, and then we OK'd it and in the next meeting signed it. The process was efficient and thorough. Lars led us through the process explaining everything as we went along. We would recommend Oak City Estate Planning to anyone needing to settle their future estate with confidence.
Amy Rogers
Incredibly thoughtful and thorough
Lars was incredibly thoughtful and thorough. He will help educate you on what you need, not just take your money and throw papers at you. While my needs were simpler than some, he made me feel like my needs were just as important as more complicated needs. I am looking forward to helping my family get their needs met as well with his help!
Lauren Smith
Mr. Kissling is kind and efficient
I needed to update my existing will, durable POA, and Medical POA. I emailed the lawyer who wrote the originals. She had changed firms, and her fees had tripled in 2 years. I called Lars Kissling and one other firm based on reviews. Mr. Kissling seemed more interested in helping me than charging me (though we discussed fees, it was all in presentation). We met, we discussed my needed changes, his fee was much more reasonable than my previous lawyer, so I hired him. Less than a week later I had my fully executed will in hand. Believe the reviews, Mr. Kissling is kind and efficient. A great combination!
Kelly Nolan
Very professional lawyer
Lars is a very professional lawyer. His details about wills were great. The intro video was very informative. He was upfront about what was the best option for me. Would recommend to all who need a will.
Don Wait
Very Accommodating
Good service, fair price, quicker than expected turnaround, and very accommodating for my schedule.
Robert Lodico
Great service, prompt turnaround
Working with Lars was great. All calls were either answered directly or returned promptly, which is something we cannot say about multiple other local estate planning firms. Oak City Estate Planning provided the services required to update our wills/trust/POA after moving to NC from another state, but we really appreciated that Lars pointed out what he didn’t have to update, which kept the costs very reasonable compared to other quotes we had gotten. Great service, prompt turnaround, no hard sell, at a very fair cost. We recommend!
Kay Gray
Commitment and Dedication
We recently had the pleasure of working with Mr. Lars Kissling, and I must say, the experience was exceptional. From the moment we began our consultation, it was clear that he is both highly professional and exceptionally knowledgeable in his field. He took the time to thoroughly understand our situation and provided well-informed advice tailored to our needs. His attention to detail and commitment to his clients were evident throughout the process. Mr. Lars Kissling made sure to keep us updated at every stage, demonstrating a level of dedication that is truly commendable. We felt confident in his abilities, and he addressed all our concerns with patience and clarity. If you're seeking legal assistance, we highly recommend Mr. Lars Kissling for his expertise and professionalism.
Jenya A.
Productive and Informative
My time with Lars was productive, and all my questions were answered.
Delores Kind
Lars was great to work with!
Lars was great to work with! We highly recommend his services.
William Hunter
Conscientious and Professional Guidance
Oak City Estate Planning provided conscientious and professional guidance with the updating of all of my estate documents.
At Oak City Estate Planning, we excel in guiding clients through estate planning and elder law intricacies in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our seasoned team is dedicated to creating personalized legal strategies that ensure your assets and legacy are protected and your family’s future is secure.
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At Oak City Estate Planning, we are devoted to providing tailored legal strategies in Raleigh, North Carolina, specializing in estate planning and elder law. With over 30 years of expertise, our team is here to navigate the complexities of legal planning, offering peace of mind and protection for our clients' legacies. Our comprehensive services include estate planning, elder law, business succession, special needs planning, and probate. By partnering closely with clients, we ensure each plan is personalized to their unique needs. Our transparency and local expertise in North Carolina law empower informed, confident decision-making every step of the way. Trust us to safeguard your future and those of your loved ones with care and professionalism.
A guardian is typically a trusted family member or friend, but it can also be a professional such as an attorney or a public guardian. The court assesses the suitability of a guardian based on the best interests of the person needing assistance.
How do you establish a guardianship?
To establish guardianship, a petition must be filed in court, supported by evidence that the person cannot manage their affairs. A hearing is then held where the court evaluates the need for guardianship and decides on appointing a guardian.
What is guardianship?
Guardianship is a legal process where a court appoints an individual to care for someone who cannot manage their own personal, medical, or financial affairs. This is often necessary for minors without parents or adults who are incapacitated.
What are the rights of the person under guardianship?
The person under guardianship, also known as a ward, retains rights to the extent they can understand and make decisions. The guardian is expected to act in their best interests, and the court may periodically review the guardianship arrangement.
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