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Kraus & Phillips, PLLC

Updated 2026-10-02 · 4,383 reviewed · 138 listed · Scored from 19 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(19) 70 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsElder Law & Medicaid PlanningSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningProbate & Estate AdministrationEstate Planning AttorneyEstate & Trust Litigation
Kraus & Phillips, PLLC
Location
Concord
Services
Wills & Trusts, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning, Special Needs Planning
Reviews
19
Ranking
#66 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
Families navigating probate and estate administration in the Concord area who value personal attention alongside legal expertise.

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

What recent reviews say

Kraus & Phillips earns strong marks for estate and probate work across a five-county area. Most reviewers praise Andrew Phillips, Raven, and Rebecca by name for combining legal skill with genuine empathy during vulnerable times. One older complaint cited unprofessionalism and privacy lapses, but represents a minority view among 19 reviews.

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

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and professional
  • compassionate and supportive during difficult times
  • responsive and goes extra mile
  • friendly and welcoming office staff
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Best for: Families navigating probate and estate administration in the Concord area who value personal attention alongside legal expertise.

Where this business shines

  • Named attorneys (Andrew Phillips, Raven, Rebecca) praised by clients
  • Combines expertise with emotional support during complex matters
  • Serves six-county region around Concord

Worth knowing

  • Andrew Phillips, Raven, and Rebecca named as primary contact attorneys
  • Website lists 50+ years combined experience
  • Open 7 days per week per Google hours

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.63 average across the 70 probate & estate administration businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 43% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 79
Review volume 56
Review recency 55
Review sentiment 59
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-10-02