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Arnold & Smith PLLC

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 541 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(541) 93 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Arnold & Smith PLLC
Services
Wills & Trusts, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning
Reviews
541

What recent reviews say

Arnold & Smith clients consistently praise responsive, knowledgeable attorneys who keep them informed and reduce stress throughout legal proceedings. Named staff including Will Shelley, Pete McArdle, Mary Bolynn, and Katie Lombardo handle traffic citations, family law, DMV issues, and other matters with transparent communication and thorough guidance from initial consultation through resolution.

The firm's strength lies in clear explanations, professional demeanor, and hands-on attention. Multiple reviewers note attorneys answer questions patiently, explain options in detail, and remain available throughout the process. Clients report strong outcomes across traffic cases, custody matters, and complex administrative issues, with several mentioning relief from stress and surprise at how smoothly cases were resolved.

Praised for
  • responsive and attentive staff
  • clear explanations of legal process
  • professional and knowledgeable attorneys
  • strong case outcomes
  • calm and supportive demeanor
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Best for: clients seeking straightforward communication and professional handling of complex legal matters.

Strengths

  • responsive communication throughout cases
  • transparent explanation of legal options
  • named attorneys with strong track records
  • experienced in multiple practice areas

Worth knowing

  • Will Shelley (William Shelley): traffic citations, DMV issues, responsive and transparent communication
  • Pete McArdle: family law and custody cases, professional demeanor
  • Mary Bolynn: family law and custody cases
  • Katie Lombardo: cited for making process straightforward
  • Matthew Arnold: board-certified in Family Law
  • One reviewer noted high hourly rate but no overbilling and described value as expertise and solutions

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 97% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Arnold & Smith handle traffic citations and DMV issues?
Yes. Multiple clients report successful outcomes on traffic citations and complex DMV cases. Will Shelley is specifically praised for handling these matters and helping clients keep their driving records clean.
What areas does Arnold & Smith serve?
The firm serves Charlotte, Lake Norman, Monroe, Ballantyne, Indian Land, Mooresville, and surrounding counties including Mecklenburg, Catawba, Gaston, and Iredell.
Does the firm offer family law services?
Yes. Clients cite Pete McArdle and Mary Bolynn for successful child custody cases and family law representation.

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Last updated 2026-08-02