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Mullen Holland & Cooper P.A.

Updated 2026-10-02 · 4,383 reviewed · 138 listed · Scored from 20 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(20) 68 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Mullen Holland & Cooper P.A.
Location
Gastonia
Services
Wills & Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Reviews
20
Ranking
#74 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
Families needing estate planning or probate work with clear communication on process.

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

What recent reviews say

Most reviewers report straightforward, attentive service from named attorneys like James Martin, Walt Grayson, and John H. Russell Jr., who explain steps clearly and follow through. One older complaint about contract cancellation and deposit return remains an outlier in the file.

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

Praised for
  • attentive staff
  • clear explanations
  • responsive communication
  • thorough work
  • professional demeanor
knowledgeableresponsive-communicationclear-explanationsprofessional-demeanordetail-orientedtrustworthy
Best for: Families needing estate planning or probate work with clear communication on process.

Where this business shines

  • named attorneys with long track records
  • clear communication on legal steps
  • estate and probate services
  • special needs trust expertise

Worth knowing

  • James Martin praised for detail and tailored strategy in estate matters
  • Walt Grayson noted for responsiveness
  • John H. Russell Jr. handled cases with thoroughness and followed up after completion
  • Jane Painter and Vickie Wiggins conducted real estate work over 30 years; visited client homes to accommodate elderly couples
  • Firm operating since 1950

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.6 average across the 124 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 45% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 56
Review volume 57
Review recency 98
Review sentiment 58
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
13
4
2
3
1
2
0
1
4

Common questions

Does the firm serve areas outside Gastonia?
Yes, they serve North Carolina and South Carolina.
Can I work with a specific attorney?
Reviewers name James Martin, Walt Grayson, John H. Russell Jr., Jane Painter, and Vickie Wiggins as attorneys they have worked with directly.

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Last updated 2026-10-02