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McGrath & Spielberger, PLLC

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,151 reviewed · 225 listed · Scored from 83 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(83) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsEstate Planning Attorney
McGrath & Spielberger, PLLC
Location
Carmel, Charlotte
Services
Wills & Trusts, Estate Planning Attorney
Reviews
83
Ranking
#87 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
business owners and consultants with complex contracts or estate planning needs

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

Reviewers consistently praise Trent Grissom, Jim Spielberger, and their team for responsive service, clear guidance, and reasonable fees. The firm excels at untangling complex contracts and business matters while offering honest counsel that sometimes saves clients from unnecessary action.

Praised for
  • responsive and easy to reach
  • knowledgeable and precise
  • clear explanations of options
  • upfront about fees
  • thorough documentation and contracts
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Best for: business owners and consultants with complex contracts or estate planning needs

Where this business shines

  • Named attorneys Trent Grissom and Jim Spielberger recognized for responsiveness
  • Candid counsel that stops clients from pursuing unnecessary action
  • Complex business contracts handled with practical detail

Worth knowing

  • Trent Grissom named as primary contact for HOA and real estate matters
  • Jim Spielberger and associate Kelly Brown praised for business contracts with data security and confidentiality clauses
  • Team includes Amy (last name not provided) and support staff
  • Deed transfer paperwork expedited and described as painless
  • Firm claims over 100 years of combined legal experience

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.56 average across the 208 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 78% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 73
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
74
4
0
3
2
2
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7

Common questions

Can McGrath & Spielberger help with business contracts for complex or unusual situations?
Yes. Reviewers note Jim Spielberger and associate Kelly Brown have handled consulting agreements with specialized terms like data security and multi-party confidentiality clauses.
How quickly can the firm handle deed transfers and real estate paperwork?
One reviewer reported the team expedited deed transfer paperwork and made the process painless, though specific timelines are not stated in reviews.
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Last updated 2026-09-02