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Charlotte Estate Planning

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 48 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(48) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsProbate & Estate AdministrationSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate Planning Attorney
Charlotte Estate Planning
Services
Wills & Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration, Special Needs Planning
Reviews
48

What recent reviews say

Ryan Stump handles every client interaction with patience and precision, whether they arrive with clear goals or starting from scratch. He listens to understand individual needs rather than pushing a template, answers questions at length without making clients feel rushed, and delivers work that anticipates future disputes. His responsiveness stands out: calls answered within hours, follow-ups scheduled promptly, and documents explained in multi-hour sessions until clients feel confident and protected.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and thorough
  • responsive and communicative
  • patient and personable
  • fair pricing and value
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Best for: People new to estate planning who want patient guidance and detailed explanation of every step.

Strengths

  • Personalized one-on-one service, not template-driven
  • Rapid response to initial inquiries and ongoing questions
  • Patient explanation of complex documents
  • Handles estate updates and revisions for previous clients

Worth knowing

  • Ryan Stump is the managing attorney
  • Restates revocable living trusts and pour-over wills
  • Conducts comprehensive intake forms
  • Offers multi-hour follow-up calls to review and explain documents
  • Returns initial calls within 2 hours
  • One client reported reduced fines and expungement assistance outside standard estate planning

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 54% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 91
Review volume 73
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Charlotte Estate Planning work with clients outside Charlotte?
Yes. One client noted working with Ryan without being based in the Charlotte area, and the business's website lists service areas including Cornelius, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill, Monroe, Mooresville, and Pineville.
How long does the estate planning process typically take?
No timeline is stated in reviews. One client noted the process took months, but that was described as unusual and attributed to the client's circumstances rather than the firm's pace.
Will Ryan explain documents in detail if I have questions?
Yes. Multiple clients report that Ryan schedules follow-up calls (ranging 2-3 hours) to explain every detail and answer all questions until the client feels confident.
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Last updated 2026-08-02