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Bankruptcy
If
you are overwhelmed with debt, facing foreclosure, repossessions,
liens or garnishments, and tired of harassment from creditors and
collection agencies, we can help. Bankruptcy provides a fresh start
by reducing, restructuring and eliminating many kinds of debt while
allowing you to retain most or all of your assets. Coltrane, Grubbs
& James, PLLC advises individuals and small businesses in financial
distress about their rights under the Federal Bankruptcy Code. For
bankruptcy related matters, we offer a free initial consultation
with an attorney who will analyze the prospective client's financial
situation; advise on possible bankruptcy options, including Chapter
7 or Chapter 13, or if applicable, non-bankruptcy options; and provide
information about the bankruptcy process, including, explanation
of the credit counseling requirements, exemption laws, necessary
paperwork and the required fees.
Filing
for bankruptcy is a difficult decision. Coltrane, Grubbs & James,
PLLC strives to provide our clients with close personal attention
throughout the whole bankruptcy process.
Civil Litigation
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James handles a wide variety of complex litigation
matters in courts throughout the State of North Carolina. Our experience
in negotiation, mediation and arbitration, also enables us to offer
advice to clients designed to avoid or minimize litigation exposure.
We
represent a wide range of corporations, limited liability companies
and partnerships in complex litigation matters involving business
torts, construction disputes, contract disputes, and general commercial
and business disputes.
Like our entire firm, our litigation practice is client-focused.
We strive to establish a personal relationship with each client
and develop a litigation plan with a view not only toward obtaining
the best possible outcome, but doing so in a pragmatic, cost-effective
manner that promotes the client's objectives.
We
also represent individuals who have been injured or wronged financially
or otherwise through the negligence or wrongdoing of others, as
well as defendants in such cases. If you find yourself in such a
situation, it is important to remember that there are strict timeframes
and deadlines which must be met in prosecuting your case. Likewise,
if you find yourself as a defendant in a lawsuit, you have a limited
amount of time to respond in order to protect your rights. In either
situation, it is essential that you seek legal counsel as soon as
possible to protect any rights or defenses available to you.
Construction Law
Coltrane, Grubbs & James represents a diverse
range of clients involved in every aspect of the construction industry.
Our attorneys represent general contractors, subcontractors, suppliers,
developers, property owners, architects, and engineers in reviewing
construction and other contracts and resolving disputes that arise
in the course of the construction process. Our attention to detail
allows us to tailor each agreement to meet the needs of a specific
project.
While we are zealous in our representation of all
of our clients, when possible, we strive to utilize a variety of
methods of dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration
to resolve construction-related disputes in a timely, cost-effective
manner. This approach allows our clients to keep their focus on
their business, rather than the distractions of protracted litigation.
Corporate Governance & Transactional
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James enjoys a dynamic corporate and transactional
practice. Helping individuals, families and entrepreneurs start
and build businesses is one of the most satisfying areas of our
practice. Our involvement with our business clients begins early,
with advice for our clients regarding their choice of a particular
business entity. We assist our clients with the incorporation, financing,
organization and governance of corporations, limited liability companies,
limited partnerships, and partnerships. We continue to help business
owners with the organizational operations of the business entity
through the preparation of organizational documents, operating agreements,
bylaws, corporate minutes, as well as employment agreements and
confidentiality and non-competition agreements.
Our
clients regularly consult us on issues arising from the day-to-day
operation of their businesses, including issues involving employee
relations, employment law and government regulations. We regularly
help our clients develop innovative solutions to challenges that
face their businesses.
We
counsel clients, negotiate, document and close complex business
acquisitions, draft a variety of corporate and contractual agreements
and develop creative solutions to business and transactional issues
in a timely, professional manner with an emphasis on efficiency
and creativity.
Estate
Administration (Probate)
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James assists families and individuals in the administration
of estates and in the establishment and maintenance of trusts and
guardianships upon the death of a family member or friend. We also
counsel executors, administrators, trustees, and guardians, both
corporate and individual, in fulfilling their fiduciary duties.
Estate
Planning
Coltrane, Grubbs & James counsels families, individuals, and closely-held business
owners in making important decisions regarding the protection and
disposition of their wealth through the design and implementation
of personal estate plans.
We
provide a broad range of estate planning options to create thoughtfully
planned, clearly presented, and affordably priced estate plans that
meet the needs, goals and desires of our clients and preserve their
assets, both during their lives and, often, beyond. Such estate
plans often address the special challenges associated with specific
assets, such as family businesses, and take into account the special
needs of certain beneficiaries, such as those who cannot manage
assets or who suffer from mental or physical disabilities.
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James has helped make the cost of estate planning more
predictable and realistic through the use of flat fees for many
of our estate planning services.
Real
Estate
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James is an approved firm with most local area banks
and lending institutions for nearly all types of real estate and
loan closings. We enjoy close relationships with numerous real estate
agencies, mortgage brokers and lending institutions, and utilize
innovative technology to provide timely and professional service
for our clients.
The
firm offers a full range of real estate services, including title
research, abstracting, and opinions; title insurance issued through
nationwide companies; residential and commercial real estate and
loan closings; preparation of deeds, easements, liens, and other
documents evidencing interests in property.
Traffic & Criminal Defense
Coltrane,
Grubbs & James represents individuals charged with misdemeanor
traffic and criminal offenses. It is important to discuss your case
with a defense attorney if you are under investigation or charged
with a crime. In most instances, law enforcement officials are not
required to advise you of any rights you may have, and it is important
to consult counsel as soon as possible (and before making any statements
to such officials) to avoid jeopardizing your case.
Zoning/Land Use Planning
The development, sale and acquisition of real estate
are often significantly impacted by zoning and land use regulations
set forth by local, state and federal government agencies. These
regulations are often complicated and involve complex issues or
special procedures. Coltrane, Grubbs & James, PLLC represents
developers, builders, property owners and other individuals or organizations
before county and municipal planning boards, boards of adjustment,
city councils, county commissioners, and other regulatory bodies
with regard to zoning and land use issues. These issues include
zoning, rezoning, and subdivision of real property, approval of
development plans, development agreements, variances, and special
or conditional use permits.
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