Attorneys at law · Raleigh, North Carolina
Legal help for families, homebuyers and local businesses.
Four attorneys in one downtown office. Most of our work is on a flat fee agreed in writing, and we return every call by the end of the next business day.
1998Practicing in Raleigh
2,100+Closings handled
30 minFirst consultation, free
Practice areas
The work we do every week.
Wills, trusts and estate plans
Wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives, for couples and single people.
Estate administration
Guiding executors through the Clerk of Superior Court, from the first filing to the final account.
Separation and divorce
Separation agreements, uncontested divorce, custody and child support, settled out of court where possible.
Residential closings
Buyer and seller closings, refinances and title work across North Carolina.
Small business law
Starting an LLC, operating agreements, contracts, leases and selling a business.
Why clients stay with us
You’ll know your attorney by name, and they’ll know your file.
- The fee in writing first. Flat fees for wills, closings, uncontested divorces and new companies. Hourly work comes with an estimate.
- One attorney from start to finish. The person you meet does the work, with a paralegal you can call directly.
- Calls returned within one business day. If your attorney is in court, their paralegal calls you instead.
Our attorneys
Licensed in North Carolina, living here too.
Catherine Ashby
Wills, trusts and estate administration. Founded the firm in 1998.
Michael Lane
Separation agreements, divorce, custody and support.
Samir Qureshi
Residential closings, LLCs, contracts and commercial leases.
Imani Price
Family law and estate planning.
Getting started
From first call to a fixed quote.
Tell us what’s going on
Call, send a message or book a time online. We check there’s no conflict of interest before we meet.
A free 30-minute consultation
In the office, by phone or on video. You’ll leave knowing your options and what the next step is.
A written engagement letter
What we’ll do, who will do it and what it costs. Nothing starts until you’ve signed it.
Common questions
Before you call.
Anything else, ask us on the phone. There’s no charge for a quick question about whether we can help.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. The first 30 minutes are free, in the office, by phone or on video. If we can’t help, we’ll suggest who can.
How do your fees work?
Wills, closings, uncontested divorce and new companies have a flat fee, agreed in writing before we start. Contested matters are billed by the hour against a retainer, with an itemized statement every month.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes, from the first conversation, even if you decide not to hire us. Please still wait until after the conflict check before sending documents.
Do you work outside Raleigh?
We handle family and estate matters in Wake, Durham, Johnston and Orange counties, and closings anywhere in North Carolina.
Can I meet after work?
Yes. We see clients until 7 pm on Tuesdays, and we can meet by video at other times by arrangement.
Talk to an attorney this week.
The first 30 minutes are free. If your matter isn’t one we handle, we’ll tell you who does.