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Lord & Lindley,

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 65 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(65) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Lord & Lindley,
Services
Wills & Trusts, Special Needs Planning, Business Succession Planning
Reviews
65

What recent reviews say

All 20 reviews are five-star. Clients praise Trey Lindley, Harrison Lord, and Brent for listening carefully, cutting costs by avoiding unnecessary litigation, and winning contested matters. Work spans estate disputes, wills, family disagreements, and employment issues. Staff and the office environment are noted as welcoming and transparent.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable attorneys
  • clear communication
  • cost-conscious advice
  • quick resolution
  • calm and empathetic approach
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Best for: Families with contested estates or will disputes who value honest advice on cost and timeline.

Strengths

  • Straightforward advice that saves money
  • Fast turnaround on disputes
  • Named attorneys with deep estate litigation expertise
  • Transparent, step-by-step guidance

Worth knowing

  • Trey Lindley noted for quick dispute resolution (completed in two weeks what another attorney took four months on)
  • Harrison Lord known for arbitration expertise
  • Brent mentioned for walking clients through litigation
  • Attorneys recommend against aggressive billing approaches when litigation is unnecessary

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 93
Review volume 79
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you handle contested estate disputes?
Yes. Clients refer to successful resolution of family disputes over wills and estate assets, including appeals.
How quickly can you take on a case?
One client reported their matter resolved in two weeks. Speed depends on the complexity.
Will you advise me to avoid litigation if it's not necessary?
Yes. A client noted the firm recommended against an expensive approach and saved money by avoiding unnecessary litigation.
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Last updated 2026-08-02