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Kirk Palmer & Thigpen PA: Kirk Jr William B

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 14 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.5(14) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Kirk Palmer & Thigpen PA: Kirk Jr William B
Services
Special Needs Planning, Estate & Trust Litigation, Wills & Trusts
Reviews
14

What recent reviews say

Some clients describe clear, attentive guidance through estate and business matters, with staff who answer questions thoroughly and respond quickly. Others report silence on critical issues, incomplete work spanning months or years, and unmet expectations despite significant legal fees paid.

Praised for
  • thorough guidance on estate planning
  • responsive communication
  • knowledgeable staff in their specialties
  • professional handling of complex matters
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Best for: Business owners and families seeking estate planning guidance from experienced counsel.

Strengths

  • Knowledgeable attorneys in estate and special needs planning
  • Quick response to client inquiries when engaged
  • Deep business and commercial law experience

Worth knowing

  • Attorney Nick praised for thorough scenario planning and answering detailed questions on wills and trusts
  • Stephanie Daniel noted for estate administration expertise
  • Chris S and Bill H mentioned as business-focused team members
  • One client reported $21,000 in fees for an estate that remained unclosed over two years

How it compares

  • Rated 3.5 against a 4.64 average across the 122 special needs planning businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 30% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 47
Review volume 51
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Kirk Palmer & Thigpen handle special needs planning?
Yes. Their website lists guardianship services, and reviews describe detailed estate planning advice suited to family scenarios and beneficiary protection.
Are the attorneys responsive to client questions?
Some clients report quick email and phone response and thorough answers to complex questions. Others describe persistent communication gaps and unresolved matters despite reaching out repeatedly.
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Last updated 2026-08-02