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I escaped from New York in 1986 to attend UNC as an undergrad. After graduating I fell in love with a beautiful research scientist, and settled in Chapel Hill to start a family. Our son is all grown up and we live in Carrboro in a co-housing neighborhood.

I have been in private practice since 1998. My legal career has covered multiple practice areas, including real estate, bankruptcy, criminal defense, family law, consumer litigation, and fiduciary litigation. After my parents died I felt called to help people with estate planning and estate administration work.

I like to balance the mental work of lawyering with physical activities, especially basketball, taiji (tai-chi), and dancing.

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New law helps people born out of wedlock inherit from their father.

Starting December 1, 2025, it will be easier for children born out of wedlock to inherit from their father if their father was listed on their birth certificate. This is a change from the previous law. My colleague, attorney Andrew Brower, wrote about this new change on the North Carolina Bar Association blog .

Navigating the Inheritance Rights of Stepchildren: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Are Protected

As a stepparent, you’ve likely grown to love your stepchildren as your own. It’s only natural to want to ensure they benefit from your hard work and share in your estate when you’re no longer around. But you might be surprised to learn that, without proper planning, stepchildren do not automatically have inheritance rights. Our Chatham County will and trust attorneys break it down for you. Understanding the Inheritance Laws for Stepchildren By default, inheritance laws don’t

Identifying Cognitive Issues: When and How to Approach Your Loved One’s Doctor Legally and Ethically

Cognitive decline is a challenging issue faced by many elderly individuals and their loved ones. It can be emotionally difficult and legally complex to know when and how to step in. If you’re noticing cognitive issues in a loved one, it may be time to consider involving their doctor. Here are a few points from our Chapel Hill elder law attorneys to guide you in doing so ethically and legally. Signs It May Be Time to Speak with a Doctor Memory Loss Affecting Daily Activities:

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