In 1992, with one office and 14 attorneys, Cranfill Sumner LLP opened its doors.
Today we have more than 80 attorneys serving clients across the state of North Carolina and beyond, with offices located in Raleigh, Charlotte, Wilmington, and Shallotte. We have built a reputation as a firm of tough-minded and tenacious trial lawyers who will work with you at all stages of the litigation process, from avoiding incidents that may lead to lawsuits to navigating the complex state and federal court systems. Our services cover 27 different practice areas including admiralty and maritime law, business law, elder and estate planning, medical malpractice, land condemnation and eminent domain, family law, worker's compensation and more.
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When it comes to Estate Planning & Elder Law, Kara Gansmann is one of the best! Kara does a great job explaining complex legal terms in plain English and offers solutions tailored to each clients specific needs.What truly sets her apart is her knowledge, dependability, and fair transparent pricing. I have not hesitated to refer many friends and family to Kara, and they too share my sentiments. If you need an attorney for estate planning or elder law, do yourself a favor and consult Kara and her team!
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I have been very pleased with the representation provided by Colleen Shae in two cases she handled on my behalf. I found her to be thorough, honest and frank. She kept me informed on the current situation of my cases, what I should expect next and how I should handle the upcoming events. She always acted in a very professional, courteous manner. I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in need of outstanding legal services.
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★★★★★
I have had the pleasure of securing the defense services of Colleen Shea for 3 plus years and have received nothing less than stellar representation. She always makes our insureds feel safe and protected; takes the time to explain the litigation process to reduce the fear and anxiety that comes with being sued, which is naturally foreign to most people. She has exceptional attention to detail, a fierce knowledge of negligence law and how to defend it, as well as a genuine passion for doing the right thing for her clients. She has been professional, honest and thoughtful in every case we've shared, and I hope to have the opportunity to continue working with her for many more years to come.
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★★★★★
My wife and I worked closely with Colleen Shea regarding services that were never provided a local company. We had a signed a contract with a local company that took our deposit but, never performed the work. We requested return of our deposit after no work had been performed for 2 months after the original contract had been signed. My wife worked diligently for three months, in hopes of getting our deposit returned, with no return phone call. We contacted Ms. Shea Who help us retrieve our deposit within seven days. She was courteous, helpful, and reassuring. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal council.
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★★★★★
Attorney Kara Gansmann is an extraordinary attorney and human! She is compassionate, brilliant, and thorough. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of expertise in elder law matters. I am grateful to have Kara guide me through complex matters to gain clarity and peace.