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Hartsell & Williams, P.A.

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,151 reviewed · 225 listed · Scored from 139 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(139) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Special Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningWills & TrustsEstate Planning Attorney
Hartsell & Williams, P.A.
Location
Concord
Services
Special Needs Planning, Business Succession Planning, Wills & Trusts
Reviews
139
Ranking
#32 in Special Needs Planning
Best for
clients wanting clear communication and responsive counsel on traffic, family, and estate matters

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-02). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-10.

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise Jay White and his team for attentiveness, clear explanations, and reliable outcomes. Clients report feeling heard and well-prepared through each stage. A handful report difficulty reaching the firm or uneven service from other associates, though most highlight White's accessibility and care.

The firm handles traffic matters, family cases, and general legal counsel; Allison and other named staff draw mention for professionalism and attention to detail. Many return clients cite White's honesty and willingness to guide them even outside his main practice areas.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • knowledgeable and thorough
  • goes above and beyond
  • caring and professional
  • strong outcomes on traffic and family matters
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Best for: clients wanting clear communication and responsive counsel on traffic, family, and estate matters

Where this business shines

  • long-standing firm (over 100 years)
  • Jay White known for responsiveness and clear communication
  • strong track record on traffic and family matters
  • handles multiple practice areas including estate planning

Worth knowing

  • Jay White (attorney) noted for responsiveness and case preparation
  • Allison (assistant/staff) praised for attention to detail and client support
  • Ashlyn Lorentz (attorney) mentioned as dedicated and confident
  • Merritt (attorney) noted for quality work
  • Traffic citation reductions mentioned in multiple reviews
  • Family law cases handled
  • Ms. Gomez (associate) cited in one poor-service complaint

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.58 average across the 139 special needs planning businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 91% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 39
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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99
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5
3
4
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30

Common questions

How do I contact Jay White or schedule a consultation?
The firm publishes office hours seven days a week. Reviews highlight White's responsiveness to emails and calls, though one recent complaint cited difficulty reaching the firm.
What practice areas does Hartsell & Williams handle?
Their website lists estate planning, business law, family law, criminal defense, traffic matters, personal injury, DUI/DWI, appellate law, civil litigation, construction law, social security disability, landlord/tenant, and domestic law.
Does the firm serve areas outside Concord?
Yes, their website states they serve Cabarrus County, Mecklenburg County, Rowan County, Union County, Stanly County, Iredell County, Lincoln County, and surrounding counties in North Carolina.

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Last updated 2026-09-02