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Knox Law Center

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 68 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(68) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsSpecial Needs PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Knox Law Center
Services
Wills & Trusts, Special Needs Planning, Estate & Trust Litigation
Reviews
68

What recent reviews say

Knox Law Center earns consistent five-star reviews for attorneys who are straightforward, well-prepared, and deeply invested in client outcomes. Clients report strong communication from named staff like Allen Brotherton, Gray Brotherton, Lisa Godfrey, and Ryan Hennelly, backed by seasoned support from paralegals Sherry Crump and Kathy.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and thorough preparation
  • compassionate client care
  • responsive communication
  • dedicated to winning outcomes
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Best for: families needing estate planning or people facing criminal charges who value direct, thorough legal counsel

Strengths

  • deeply knowledgeable attorneys with strong command of statutes and case law
  • personalized attention and follow-through
  • named staff praised across decades of reviews
  • competitive pricing

Worth knowing

  • Allen Brotherton handles criminal and estate cases; known for straight-talking approach and thorough case analysis
  • Gray Brotherton noted for family and property disputes
  • Lisa Godfrey handles complex insurance and contractor disputes
  • Ryan Hennelly handles domestic cases
  • Paralegal Sherry Crump and staff member Kathy mentioned for responsiveness
  • Clients report charge dismissals and expunctions in criminal cases
  • Estate planning clients describe streamlined, realistic process

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 88
Review volume 80
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 73
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer parking?
The Charlotte office is located on 7th Street with side street parking available; note that parking can fill up during busy times.
What is your experience with criminal defense cases?
Clients report successful outcomes including charge dismissals and expunctions; Allen Brotherton is named for this work.
Can you help with estate planning?
Yes. Frances Knox and the team handle wills, powers of attorney, and full estate planning with transparent timelines and competitive pricing.

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Last updated 2026-08-02