Burton Law Office, PLLC

Estate Planning

At Burton Law Office, PLLC, we work closely with our clients to understand their families, their goals, and their unique circumstances. We help individuals and families create thoughtful estate plans - comprehensive strategies designed to protect their loved ones, clearly communicate their wishes, and help avoid unnecessary complications in the future.

Working with an experienced estate planning attorney helps ensure that your wishes are properly documented and can prevent unnecessary stress, confusion, and legal complications for your family.

A well-crafted estate plan also provides peace of mind by ensuring that trusted individuals are able to manage your affairs and make important decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so.

Our estate planning services include:

• Last Will and Testament
• Durable Power of Attorney
• Health Care Power of Attorney
• HIPAA Authorization
• Advance Directive (Living Will)
• Guidance on protecting assets and planning for the future

Whether you are creating your first estate plan or updating existing wills and powers of attorney, our team will guide you through the process with care, clarity, and attention to detail. We proudly assist individuals and families with estate planning throughout Charlotte, Matthews, Indian Trail, and surrounding communities in North and South Carolina.

If you are ready to create or update your estate plan, click here or contact Burton Law Office at 980-476-4446 to schedule a free one-hour consultation with our experienced estate planning attorney.

Probate & Estate Administration

At Burton Law Office, PLLC, we help families navigate the probate and estate administration process with clarity, compassion, and practical guidance. Losing a loved one is difficult and handling legal and financial responsibilities during that time can feel overwhelming. An experienced probate attorney can help ensure the process is handled properly under North Carolina law.

Our firm assists executors, administrators, and family members with each stage of probate and estate administration, including guidance on court filings, asset distribution, and fulfilling fiduciary responsibilities.

Our probate services include:

• Assistance with probate filings and court procedures
• Guidance for executors and estate administrators
• Estate administration under North Carolina law
• Asset distribution and estate settlement
• Addressing common probate questions and requirements

We work closely with families to make the probate process as smooth and straightforward as possible while ensuring legal requirements are properly met.

Burton Law Office proudly assists clients with probate and estate administration throughout Charlotte, Matthews, Indian Trail, and surrounding communities in Mecklenburg and Union Counties.

If you need guidance through the probate or estate administration process, click here or contact Burton Law Office at 980-476-4446 to schedule a free, one-hour consultation with our experienced probate attorney.

Real Estate Closings

At Burton Law Office, PLLC, we provide efficient and reliable real estate closing services for buyers, sellers, lenders, and real estate professionals throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. As experienced real estate closing attorneys, we work closely with all parties involved to ensure each transaction moves smoothly from contract to closing.

Our team manages the legal and administrative details so that clients can approach closing day with confidence and peace of mind.

We also believe closing day should be a moment worth celebrating. Our firm takes pride in creating a memorable closing experience for our clients, including thoughtful closing gifts to commemorate the exciting milestone of purchasing a new home.

Our real estate closing services include:

• Residential purchase and sale closings
• Refinance and HELOC closings
• Title review and title searches
• Title insurance coordination
• Deed preparation and recording
• Clear communication with agents, lenders, and clients throughout the process

We are committed to providing a seamless real estate closing experience built on professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail.

Burton Law Office proudly assists clients with real estate closings throughout North Carolina and South Carolina.

Landlord Representation / Summary Ejectment

When a tenant fails to pay rent or violates the terms of a lease, property owners may need to pursue a summary ejectment action to regain possession of their property. At Burton Law Office, PLLC, we assist landlords and property owners with navigating the North Carolina eviction process efficiently while ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Our team provides guidance through each stage of a summary ejectment (eviction) proceeding, from filing the initial complaint to representing landlords at eviction hearings when necessary. We focus on helping property owners resolve these matters as efficiently as possible while protecting their legal rights.

Our eviction and landlord services include:

• Filing summary ejectment (eviction) actions
• Representation at eviction hearings
• Assistance with judgments for possession
• Guidance on lease violations and nonpayment of rent
• Post-judgment procedures, including next steps after eviction

We work closely with landlords and property owners to address these situations promptly and in accordance with North Carolina landlord-tenant law.

Burton Law Office proudly assists landlords with summary ejectment and eviction matters throughout Charlotte, Matthews, Indian Trail, and surrounding communities in Mecklenburg and Union Counties.