What We Do
Practice Areas
Every matter is worked by Paul Scott Lipof from intake through close. Below are the areas the firm handles for clients across western North Carolina.
Real Estate Closings and Title
Residential and commercial closings, title examination, deed preparation, and refinance work across Clay County and western North Carolina.
Learn more → 02Probate and Estate Administration
Guiding executors, administrators, and beneficiaries through North Carolina probate — qualification, inventories, accountings, claims, and final distribution.
Learn more → 03Estate and Trust Litigation
Will caveats, trust disputes, fiduciary and accounting disputes, breach-of-trust claims, and the removal of executors and trustees in North Carolina courts.
Learn more → 04Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
Flat-fee estate plans — wills, revocable trusts, trust creation and funding, durable and health care powers of attorney, and advance directives.
Learn more → 05Guardianships
Guardian of the person and guardian of the estate proceedings, standby guardianships, and minor-child guardianships in North Carolina Superior Court.
Learn more → 06Civil Litigation
Contract, property, business, and collection disputes in North Carolina state courts and federal court.
Learn more → 07Contracts and Construction Law
Drafting, reviewing, and enforcing contracts — including construction agreements, mechanic's liens, operating agreements, and commercial leases.
Learn more → 08Public Administrator — Clay County
Paul Scott Lipof serves as a court-appointed Public Administrator for Clay County, administering estates with no qualified family member to serve.
Learn more →Talk with a Hayesville attorney.
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Office at 33 Main Street, Hayesville.