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Satterfield Legal

Updated 2026-08-02 · 1,354 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 85 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(85) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Wills & TrustsSpecial Needs PlanningBusiness Succession PlanningEstate & Trust LitigationEstate Planning Attorney
Satterfield Legal
Services
Wills & Trusts, Special Needs Planning, Business Succession Planning
Reviews
85

What recent reviews say

Maria Satterfield and her team consistently help clients navigate estate planning with patience and clarity. Reviewers highlight how thoroughly they explain documents, meet tight schedules, and treat families with care during sensitive planning.

Praised for
  • clear explanations of complex topics
  • patient and attentive service
  • thoroughness and detail
  • responsive and organized
  • calming and professional demeanor
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Best for: families planning wills and trusts, parents expecting a first child, those with complex estate situations

Strengths

  • explains legal documents in plain language
  • thorough and detail-oriented approach
  • responsive turnaround and scheduling
  • team of paralegals and staff with Maria Satterfield

Worth knowing

  • Maria Satterfield leads the firm with a team of paralegals
  • handles complicated family estates
  • flexible scheduling to accommodate busy clients
  • staff described as organized and knowledgeable

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.65 average across the 91 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 89
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I schedule a consultation if I'm busy?
Yes. Reviewers report Maria works with clients on scheduling around their busy schedules and makes appointments easy to secure.
Does the firm explain documents in language I can understand?
Yes. Multiple reviews highlight that Maria explains everything in plain language and walks clients through their documents step by step.

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Last updated 2026-08-02