Four Pillars Law Firm

Kelly M. Shovelin

Kelly M. ShovelinContrary to popular belief, everybody needs an estate plan, whether you are working or retired, single or married, wealthy or not.  Estate planning is a process that allows you to maintain control over your personal matters and assets during your lifetime as well as after you pass away.  If you fail to undergo proper estate planning, you not only lose control over important decisions but your estate administration may become complicated and expensive, ultimately causing your family emotional turmoil and financial hardship.  By developing a proper estate plan, you may decide in advance exactly how your assets will be used if you become incapacitated as well as how they will be distributed when you pass away.

 Most important of all, making these crucial decisions now will provide you and your loved ones with peace of mind. Take the time to properly care for yourself and your loved ones by developing a comprehensive estate plan (for your life as well as your death).

I have dedicated my practice to helping families protect and preserve all that they hold dear . . . both their loved ones as well as their hard earned assets.  My firm, Four Pillars Law Firm, provides financial peace of mind to you and your family with unique estate planning and asset protection strategies, coupled with compassionate, personalized service.  Contact me to find out how to qualify for a complimentary consultation, during which we will discuss your specific concerns and develop an estate plan that meets your particular needs.

Client Testimonials:

I've never met a lawyer like Kelly Shovelin. She is friendly, honest, helpful, and she immediately returns every single one of my calls! I really appreciated Kelly's ability to explain exactly what's going on in laymen's terms!

Glen Erb

To me, Kelly Shovelin is a good example of what a lawyer should be. I have every confidence in Kelly and have recommended her to my friends who have also been pleased with her work. She is a lawyer of great knowledge and integrity, and in my book, she is the ultimate!

Betty Ann Myers Cook.

Imagine a lawyer who is so caring, she drives out of her way on a weekend trip to make a house call at no extra charge! That's just one of the extraordinary things Kelly Shovelin did to help me and my mother, who is unable to travel because of her health.

Steve Hill.

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Four Pillars Law Firm

Kelly M. Shovelin

Phone: (910) 762-1577

2202 Wrightsville Avenue, Suite 213
Wilmington, NC 28403

Email: kshovelin@fourpillarslawfirm.com
Web: www.fourpillarslawfirm.com

About Kelly

Kelly chose to enter the practice of law because she enjoys meeting people and learning about them and their families, as well as their histories and cultures. Every person who enters our firm doors has a story and Kelly loves to hear those stories. Specifically, Kelly was drawn to the estate planning and elder law practice areas because they allow her to interact with families on an intimate basis and to assist them in their times of need. By looking to our firm for your estate planning and asset protection needs, Kelly hopes you not only find an attorney for your lifetime, but also an extended family member and friend in whom you may confide. It is in building such client relationships that Kelly finds her practice truly fulfilling.

As an experienced estate planning, asset protection and long term care planning attorney, Kelly understands that you have worked hard your entire life to build your assets and provide financial stability for your family members and loved ones. Additionally, she understands that life's uncertainties may surprise you, no matter how much you believe you have safeguarded your family and your assets. Kelly's legal experience equips her with various legal strategies which may provide you with the security you need and desire, whether for yourself, your loved ones, or your estate. Regardless of your life situation, Kelly is committed to understanding your issues and concerns and identifying the legal means available to reach your goals.

PRACTICE AREAS: Estate Planning Law; Estate Administration/Probate Law; Trust Administration Law; Asset Protection Planning; Small Business Law; Veterans (Improved Pension 'Aid & Attendance') Benefits Law; Elder Law; Long Term Care Planning.

BAR ADMISSIONS: North Carolina (2005).

EDUCATION: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law (J.D., 2005); Wake Forest University (B.A., 1999).

CERTIFICATIONS: Veterans Administration Accredited Attorney (2008).

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS and ACTIVITIES: North Carolina State Bar (Member, 2005-Present); North Carolina Bar Association (Member, 2005-Present; Member, Young Lawyers Division Section, 2005-Present: Law & Aging Committee of Young Lawyers Division Section, 2008-09; Member, Estate Planning & Fiduciary Law Section, 2005-Present; Elder Law Section, 2008-Present); WealthCounsel, (Member, 2008-Present); National Care Planning Council (Veterans Benefits Consultant, 2008-Present); National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (Member, 2009-Present).