Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Marion, NC
Established in 1983, Little & Lattimore PA has served Western North Carolina as a trusted legal partner specializing in estate planning, elder law, real estate transactions, and probate administration. Our attorneys focus on delivering personalized legal solutions while maintaining deep community ties through civic engagement and charitable work. With decades of combined experience, we prioritize client relationships over volume practice, ensuring specialized attention to each case.Our team includes local leaders like Mayor Steve Little, reflecting our commitment to McDowell County and surrounding areas. We guide clients through complex legal processes with transparency, emphasizing clear communication and practical outcomes. Our practice philosophy centers on integrity, attentive service, and leveraging local knowledge to protect clients' interests in estate matters, property transactions, and elder law concerns.
Services
Estate Planning
Elder Law
Real Estate Law
Probate Administration
Trusts
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Specialized focus on estate planning, elder law, and real estate transactions
- Serving Western North Carolina communities since 1983
- Attorneys actively involved in local civic leadership and charitable organizations
- Personalized legal guidance with no hidden fees or complex jargon
- Proven expertise in navigating North Carolina-specific legal requirements
Services
Estate Planning
We provide comprehensive estate planning services including wills, trusts, and advance directives. Our attorneys help clients protect assets and ensure their wishes are honored through legally sound documents. Specializing in North Carolina-specific requirements, we offer customized strategies for families and individuals.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice addresses Medicaid planning, long-term care, and senior rights protection. We help families navigate complex regulations while preserving assets through Lady Bird deeds and special needs trusts tailored to Western North Carolina jurisdictions.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including closings, deed transfers, and mortgage assistance. Our local expertise ensures smooth property transfers while addressing North Carolina-specific title and zoning requirements for clients across Western North Carolina.
Probate Administration
Our firm guides executors through probate processes, including will validation, debt settlement, and asset distribution. We simplify North Carolina probate procedures while maintaining compliance with state-specific timelines and documentation requirements for estates in McDowell County and surrounding areas.
Trusts
We create revocable and irrevocable trusts to manage asset distribution and minimize tax burdens. Our trust services include special needs trusts for disabled beneficiaries and Medicaid-compliant structures, ensuring long-term financial security for families throughout Western North Carolina.
People
Steve Little
Attorney / Mayor of Marion
Practicing law since 1983, Steve Little combines legal expertise with community leadership as Marion's mayor. He focuses on estate planning and real estate law while maintaining deep civic engagement through local organizations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Marion, NC and surrounding counties including McDowell, Buncombe, Burke, Mitchell, Yancey, and Rutherford Counties across Western North Carolina.
What legal specialties do you offer?
Our practice focuses on estate planning, elder law, real estate transactions, probate administration, and trust creation tailored to North Carolina legal requirements.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Call (828) 652-8003 during business hours Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or Friday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM to schedule an appointment.
Do you handle Medicaid planning?
Yes, we specialize in Medicaid-compliant estate planning including Lady Bird deeds and asset protection strategies for long-term care needs in North Carolina.
Are your attorneys involved in the community?
Our attorneys actively participate in local civic organizations, with Steve Little serving as Marion's mayor for 12 years and team members supporting various charitable initiatives.
