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Culp Elliott & Carpenter, P.L.L.C.

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 8 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(8) 64 low data composite score See reviews on Google
Wills & TrustsSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Culp Elliott & Carpenter, P.L.L.C.
Services
Wills & Trusts, Special Needs Planning, Business Succession Planning
Reviews
8

What recent reviews say

Five-star reviewers highlight Bill Culp and Paul Hattenauer as knowledgeable estate planners who listen carefully, explain options clearly, and deliver efficient results for complex family situations. One-star complaints focus on high fees and inappropriate legal advice during grief.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • legal expertise and experience
  • clear communication and listening
  • results-driven approach
  • attentive to clients of all sizes
  • efficient estate administration
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Best for: Families with complex multi-generational estate planning and business succession needs.

Strengths

  • Partner-level expertise in complex estates and trusts
  • Combines deep knowledge with approachable client communication
  • Attentive service regardless of client size

Worth knowing

  • Paul Hattenauer named as partner handling estate planning and administration
  • Bill Culp noted for estate planning expertise
  • Decades-long client relationships documented
  • Multi-generational family planning and complex trust administration mentioned in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 20% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 64
Review volume 41
Review recency 85
Review sentiment 52
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-08-02