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.

Andrew Cobin

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.

Gretchen Cleevely

Attorney Gretchen Cleevely

Gretchen Cleevely is an advocate for persons with disabilities. Her passion for improving their lives has led Gretchen to pursue a career in special education law. She has focused her practices on special needs trusts and elder law in North Carolina since graduating from Washington and Lee University School of Law in 2015. Read more about Gretchen.

Graham Schmidt

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.

JENNIFER WHITMIRE

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.

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Our North Carolina estate planning and elder law attorneys are committed to honoring the life, work and charity of every individual. Call us at (919) 351-8516 or complete the form below.