A firm that practices from the heart.
I’m Charlotte Buell, an attorney in western North Carolina. I know how it feels to lose someone you love, so this work genuinly comes from the heart for me.
Whether you’re planning ahead or settling a loved one’s estate, I’ll explain everything clearly and guide you through every step.
Services
Wills
A will puts your wishes in writing—who receives your assets, who handles your estate, and who cares for your minor children. Charlotte drafts straightforward and understandable wills that reflect your goals and make things easier on the people you love when it matters most.
Trusts
Trusts are a flexible estate-planning tool that let you decide how your assets are managed during your lifetime and distributed after you’re gone while avoiding probate. Charlotte creates clear, customized trusts that help avoid probate, protect your loved ones, and give you control and peace of mind—now and in the future.
Probate & Trust Administration
Summit’s probate and estate administration services take the weight off your shoulders when you need it most. Whether you’re settling a parent’s estate, serving as executor for the first time, or just trying to figure out where to start, Charlotte will walk you through every step.
"Working with Charlotte was an easy and reassuring experience.
Having never hired an attorney before, the task seemed daunting and intimidating, but I knew taking the next steps in my small business without the help of a knowledgeable attorney would be risky.
Charlotte made the entire process approachable and doable! The contract we ended with covered all I needed to, and then some, leaving me with so much peace of mind."
- Real Client Testimonial