Palmer Estate Planning is a dedicated estate planning and administration law firm based in Cary, North Carolina, founded by Attorney J. Duffy Palmer. Specializing in providing compassionate and knowledgeable legal guidance, the firm stands out for its client-centered approach, offering personalized support to individuals navigating life’s most challenging moments—before, during, and after the loss of a loved one.
Duffy Palmer brings a deeply personal commitment to strengthening families through comprehensive estate solutions. His practice focuses on creating tailored plans that address each client’s unique circumstances, whether protecting assets, minimizing tax burdens, or ensuring smooth estate administration. The firm serves individuals and families across North Carolina, with a particular emphasis on clarity, patience, and hands-on assistance throughout the legal process.
Services Offered
- Estate Planning
- Last Will & Testaments
- Powers of Attorney
- Trusts (including guidance on need, purposes, types, multiple trusts, and funding)
- Living Wills
- Health Care Documents
- Asset Protection (addressing long-term care costs, nursing homes, lawsuits, divorce, taxes, distrusted family members, disability, and creditors)
- Tax Planning (estate taxes, inheritance taxes, gift taxes, capital gains taxes)
- Estate Administration
- Probate Assistance
- Guidance after death or incapacity of a spouse or parent
- DIY Estate Plan Consultation
The firm serves clients throughout North Carolina, including Cary, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Wilmington, Durham, and Greensboro, with multiple office locations for accessibility. Attorney Palmer is known for his willingness to meet clients at their location—whether at home, hospital, or office—ensuring comfort and convenience during difficult times.
