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Probate is a multi-step process with court audits, creditors, and deadlines but it doesn’t have to be a problem. You deserve competent and compassionate probate guidance to navigate the estate settlement procedure.
Let us be your probate attorney and provide professional legal support and results to help you resolve your estate settlement matters according to the North Carolina statutes and court rules.
Over 20 Years in Practice
Serving Charlotte and all of North Carolina
Caring Assistance
Complete Probate Legal Help
Fast Response
Attentive & Experienced
We put our clients first. We provide personalized probate services with clear communication at every step. Our dedicated team knows you are likely experiencing one of the most difficult times of your life. And we will be there for you every step of the way during this probate experience. There is no need to go it alone.
Attorney Cheryl R. Watkins, founder of The Law Office of Cheryl R. Watkins, brings over 20 years of experience in Estate Planning and Probate Law to you. With a strong background in law and accounting, she helps individuals and families navigate the law and procedure of estate administration, probate, and wrongful deaths with confidence.
With a background as a former CPA with vast “Big Four Accounting Firm” experience in auditing Fortune 100 companies, performing forensic accounting services for wealthy individuals and celebrities, and investigating one of the largest government financial crises in American history we are well qualified to break down the big picture of your probate matter, explain it to you for easy understanding, and help you manage the process to minimize as much stress as possible.
Cheryl R. Watkins
Meet Our Attorney
Cheryl understands the challenges of dealing with probate after losing a loved one and provides personalized legal guidance to help clients understand their fiduciary responsibilities, rights, best practices, strategies, and options. Whether assisting with wills, trusts, estate administration, or wrongful deaths, she works to protect her clients' interests and honor their loved ones’ legacies.
"Ms. Watkins and her staff surpassed my expectations and did so in a manner which shines a wonderful light on them all. If the need arises, I would not hesitate to call on them again. Thank you so much for making this hard issue so easy for me to handle." —W.B.
"Cheryl Watkins is a no nonsense lawyer that gets the job done. Her law office is on the boutique side, which I personally prefer Vs mega-firms that typically don't have the proper time to spend with clients. When it comes to Estate Planning & Probate centered in Charlotte, I frankly don't know of a better attorney -- Cheryl was appointed Assistant Clerk for the Superior Court of Mecklenburg, where she headed up the Estates and Special Proceedings department overseeing thousands of estates." —D.K.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with attorney Cheryl Watkins and I cannot be more satisfied with the services and dedication I received. Cheryl is compassionate, understanding and has an uncanny awareness to detail." —A.T.
Client Testimonials
Probate & Estate Administration
We guide you through probate process with care & compassionate experience.
Estate Planning
From wills to trusts and powers of attorney, we create plans that protect your future.
Wrongful Death
Offering compassionate legal representation to families affected by wrongful death, seeking justice for their loss.
Our Practice Areas
With over 20 years of legal experience in North Carolina probate law, Cheryl is dedicated to helping people through difficult matters while remaining mindful of maintaining relationships between adverse parties and minimizing legal fees. Let us handle your probate matter so you are able to focus on caring for your family, life, and for yourself!
Do not get overwhelmed. The Law Office of Cheryl R. Watkins, PLLC is here to provide goal-oriented legal services, trusted advice, and thoughtful solutions to you whether you are an individual, member of a family, small business owner, etc. And we proudly serve military families! We operate in all 100 counties of the State of North Carolina.
Professional & Effective Representation
We handle your loved one’s estate and final wishes, so you can focus on what truly matters during this difficult time.
At The Law Office of Cheryl R. Watkins, we understand the challenges you face and are committed to providing compassionate, reliable support. With over two decades of experience, we work diligently to simplify the probate process and help you manage your family’s probate process in compliance with North Carolina law.
If you’ve recently lost a loved one, we extend our heartfelt condolences.
Navigating North Carolina’s probate system can be complex, even with a will. The process involves filing petitions, administering the estate, settling debts and taxes, and distributing assets. Additionally, every penny owned or owed by your deceased loved one is subject to at least two audits which must be supported with underlying, proper documentation. This could be daunting.
With extensive experience serving individuals and families in Charlotte and across North Carolina, we provide personalized legal guidance. From getting you appointed as the administrator of the estate to the management of claims to the distribution of assets, we manage every detail with professionalism and care. Our clear communication helps you stay informed throughout the process.
Let us handle the complexities of probate while you focus on what matters most. The Law Office of Cheryl R. Watkins, PLLC is here to protect your loved one’s legacy with experienced, compassionate support.
Why Choose Cheryl Watkins Law For Your Probate Administration?
We Are Always Here for You
Providing professional Probate & Estate Planning services in Charlotte and all North Carolina
6135 Park South Drive, Ste 510
Charlotte, North Carolina 28210
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*If you are considering hiring the Law Office to represent you in a North Carolina estate administration, you may wish to request a free 30-minute Case Evaluation. In that case, please call us at (704) 552-3993 to schedule a telephonic meeting with the Attorney herself. If the attorney provides a case evaluation (free or paid), it is rendered solely at the attorney's discretion and may consist of the attorney only providing legal information (except information regarding any statutes of limitation) and providing no legal guidance, advice, or opinion. Further, at no point before, during, or after the free or paid case evaluation will any form of attorney-client relationship be created or exist without the proper execution of a written retainer agreement. Should both the caller and the attorney subsequently and mutually decide to enter into an attorney-client relationship, its existence shall be evidenced only by a written retainer agreement supported by mutual consideration, signed by both parties, which describes the existence, nature, conditions, and scope of the attorney's representation of the client thereafter. In no event shall anyone, including a tribunal or mediator, interpret or find any other fact or document than the aforementioned retainer agreement as evidence of the existence of an attorney-client relationship.
