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Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney At Law

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,151 reviewed · 225 listed · Scored from 60 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(60) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Wills & TrustsElder Law & Medicaid PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate Planning Attorney
Lloyd T. Kelso, Attorney At Law
Location
Gastonia
Services
Wills & Trusts, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning, Estate & Trust Litigation
Reviews
60
Ranking
#74 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
Parents navigating custody disputes or divorce who value clear communication and steady advocacy.

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

What recent reviews say

Lloyd Kelso handles custody, divorce, and family law matters with a reputation for listening carefully, explaining options in plain language, and responding promptly to clients. Reviewers consistently praise his experience spanning decades, calm demeanor under pressure, and genuine care for their outcomes, particularly in emotionally difficult custody cases where he has earned strong client loyalty.

Praised for
  • responsive and attentive
  • listens and explains clearly
  • compassionate and personable
  • experienced and thorough
  • gets results
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Best for: Parents navigating custody disputes or divorce who value clear communication and steady advocacy.

Where this business shines

  • over 45 years of family law experience
  • calm, compassionate approach in custody disputes
  • explains legal terms plainly to clients
  • flexible payment methods available

Worth knowing

  • Offers emergency same-day custody hearings
  • Accepts multiple payment methods
  • Wife works alongside him
  • Over 45 years practicing family law since 1978

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.56 average across the 208 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 73
Review volume 78
Review recency 90
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can Lloyd Kelso handle emergency custody hearings?
Yes, his website and reviews indicate he can make himself available for last-minute emergency custody hearings and temporary custody matters.
What payment options does he accept?
Reviewers report he accepts several different payment methods to accommodate clients in unexpected financial situations.

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Last updated 2026-09-02