Attorneys
Our Attorneys at the Trusts and Estates Law Group
Experienced Raleigh Estate Lawyers Providing Personal Service
At the Trusts and Estates Law Group, our estate planning, administration, litigation and elder law team is made up of two lawyers with the experience and insight to help our clients achieve positive outcomes.
Attorney Andrew J. Cobin
Andrew Cobin began the first seven years of practicing law as an uniformed attorney in the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General’s Corp (JAG). Since his release from active duty in 2012, Andrew has focused his practice entirely on estate law and elder law. Andrew is board certified in estate planning and probate by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. Read more about Andrew.
Attorney Graham B. Schmidt
Graham focuses his practice on estates because he enjoys bringing comfort to people who are anxious about the future. When clients face significant changes, such as the death of a loved one or the onset of a disability, Graham strives to serve as a source of calm while developing the right plan to meet future needs.Read more about Graham.
Attorney Jennifer Whitmire
Jenny Whitmire focuses her practice on estate planning and estate administration. Born and raised in the mountains of North Carolina, Jenny brings a deep-rooted commitment to serving clients in the state, combining local knowledge with a strong academic foundation and professional expertise. Read more about Jennifer.
Attorney Brooke West
Brooke has a passion for guiding clients through the estate process – whether they are creating an estate plan, administering a loved one’s estate, or facing an estate dispute that requires litigation. She strives to approach her work with empathy, recognizing that these matters often involve deeply personal and emotional decisions. Read more about Brooke.
Attorney Mariah Street
Mariah focuses her practice on estates because she believes that clarity, preparation, and compassionate guidance can bring clients tremendous peace of mind. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, she prioritizes understanding each client’s family dynamics, concerns, and long-term goals. From there, she works collaboratively to design plans that feel both practical and deeply personal. Read more about Mariah.