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Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC - Gastonia

Updated 2026-10-02 · 4,383 reviewed · 138 listed · Scored from 117 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(117) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Stott, Hollowell, Windham & Stancil, PLLC - Gastonia
Location
Gastonia
Services
Wills & Trusts, Probate & Estate Administration, Elder Law & Medicaid Planning
Reviews
117
Ranking
#98 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
Families handling estate planning, home buyers seeking thorough closing guidance, clients needing clear explanations of legal documents.

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

Reviewers consistently praise the firm's estate and real estate work, citing responsive attorneys who explain documents clearly and walk clients through each step. Andrew Freeze, Ben Unger, and Stephen Hegedus receive particular recognition for their patience and knowledge. Staff members like Taylor (paralegal), Hailey Hawkins, Paige Reel, Joy Chappell, and Sara Parker are noted for efficiency and genuine care.

One reviewer raised concerns about real estate turnaround time and billable hours practices in estate matters, though they acknowledged the firm's strong wills and estates division and polite professional handling of the concerns. The vast majority of recent reviews highlight stress-free closings and thorough guidance through complex transactions.

Praised for
  • responsive communication and accessibility
  • knowledgeable and patient attorneys
  • thorough document preparation and explanation
  • personable and attentive staff
  • stress-free client experience
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Best for: Families handling estate planning, home buyers seeking thorough closing guidance, clients needing clear explanations of legal documents.

Where this business shines

  • Named attorneys known for patient explanations
  • Bilingual staff (Ben Unger)
  • Organized closing process with dedicated paralegal support
  • Responsive communication throughout transactions

Worth knowing

  • Andrew Freeze: estate planning and trust conversion work
  • Ben Unger: real estate closings, bilingual capability
  • Stephen Hegedus: property purchase and closing matters
  • Taylor: real estate paralegal, handles closing preparation
  • Hailey Hawkins and Paige Reel: complex litigation and family matters
  • Joy Chappell and Sara Parker: estate and trust administration
  • Real estate closings include lender coordination and detailed document walkthrough

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.6 average across the 124 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 84
Review volume 90
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do they handle real estate closings?
Yes. They provide closing services for home purchases and sales, with dedicated paralegals managing document preparation and attorneys walking clients through each page.
Can I work with a bilingual attorney?
Yes. Ben Unger is bilingual and available for real estate closings and other matters.
What areas do they serve?
They serve Gastonia, the Gaston region, Charlotte region, Mt. Holly, and other parts of North Carolina.
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Last updated 2026-10-02