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Thomas J. Gorman, P.A.Attorney
Thomas J. Gorman
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Thomas J. Gorman

4.9
35 reviews

15720 Brixham Hill Avenue, Suite 300, Charlotte, NC 28277-2113

Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts

About Thomas J. Gorman

Mr. Gorman practices in the area of Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning. He was born in Rockville Centre, New York, in 1960, raised in Manhasset, New York, and has lived in North Carolina for more than 40 years.

Relevant Experience

Drafted more than 10,000 trusts of various types, including revocable living trusts for probate avoidance, special needs trusts, charitable remainder trusts, and trusts for estate tax avoidance.

Represented numerous clients by drafting wills, powers of attorney, living wills, health care powers of attorney, and elder law planning.

Awards

Rated as Preeminent (5.0 out of 5.0) by Martindale Hubble, based upon client reviews.

Recipient of the Client Champion Platinum Award, 2012 to Present.

Rated as Superb (9.3 out of 10) by Avvo.

IR Global International Referral Network Silver Member.

Work History

Attorney, Thomas J. Gorman, P.A., Charlotte, NC 2023-Present

Attorney/Partner, Taylor English Duma LLP, Charlotte, NC 2022-2023

Attorney/Shareholder, Gorman & Associates, P.A., Charlotte, NC 1988-2022.

Attorney, Petree, Stockton & Robinson (now Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton, LLP) Charlotte, NC 1987.

Attorney, Baker, Smith & Mills, Dallas, TX 1985-86.

Legal Intern, U.S. Department of Transportation, Office of the Secretary, Washington, DC 1983.

Community Involvement & Advisory Boards

First Citizens Bank- Charlotte Area Advisory Board.

Catholic Charities- Diocese of Charlotte Board of Directors.

St. Matthew Catholic Church World Hunger Drive. Meal packing event MC.

Parish Pastoral Council, Chairperson.

Thompson-Pratt Financial Group Trusted Advisor Panel.

Merrill Lynch Fox-Kaplan Wealth Management Team Board of Advisors.

Knights of Columbus Council #10852- Third Degree.

Duke University School of Law Cornerstone Society.

Seminars and Lectures

Hines-Fox Group of Merrill Lynch “Estate Planning in the New Normal” 2010.

Ameriprise Financial “Estate Planning for Financial Advisors” Seminars 1995-99 and 2003-08.

Personal

Married to Nannette Gorman since 1991. Father of three adult children.

 

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Platinum Client Champion
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Champion Badge Platinum
Distinguished Peer Rated
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Champion Badge Silver

At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.

Champion Badge Gold

At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.

Champion Badge Platinum

At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.

Thomas J. Gorman got this award in 2021

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Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.

Thomas J. Gorman got this award in 2021

Martindale-Hubbell Peer Notable Rating

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Estate Planning
Posted by Tracy
September 02, 2021
Hired Attorney

The team was very professional and competent! They took care of all of the details and made great recommendations.

Estate Planning
Posted by anonymous
April 16, 2019
Hired Attorney

Tom did a great job working with us on our estate plan. He is very professional and thorough. He takes the time to explain everything clearly and ensures all questions are answered. We highly recommend Tom.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
May 12, 2017
Hired Attorney

Tom made the process of estate planning as uncomplicated and simple as possible. After an initial consultation, he had all of our documents ready in one week. He explained everything completely and in an unhurried manner. He took the time to answer all of our questions thoroughly. He and his staff were extremely professional and accommodating. I would recommend Tom to anyone without any reservation whatsoever.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
July 23, 2015
Hired Attorney

Tom provided professional service with specific recommendations and guidance establishing estate planning for me. He and his firm provided the necessary documentation in a timely fashion and answered all my questions. I totally recommend his services.

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
March 17, 2015
Hired Attorney

My wife and I researched several law firms in our quest to have a family trust drawn. We actually visited 3 offices and outlined our requirements. The office of Gorman & Associates was clearly the hands down winner. Mr. Gorman listened intently to our concerns and spent as much time as needed to ensure we were all on the same page. Clear and concise instructions were included on how to initiate our trust and his staff extremely helpful. We plan to use Gorman & Associates for future legal needs.

 
Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
March 17, 2015
Hired Attorney

The office of Gorman & Associates was exceptional in providing information and advice for estate planning. Many options were offered creating a seamless and uncomplicated process. My sincere gratitude for the sincerity and patience in planning for my future.

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
June 27, 2014
Hired Attorney

Tom is straight forward attorney and a nice guy. I have used his services twice for real estate refinancing and for a power of attorney for my mother in law. As I am an attorney I have had dealings with a large number of attorneys. Tom is very ethical and will tell you if he is unable to help you with a matter. I have recommended Tom to others and everyone has been pleased with his work.

 
Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
February 12, 2014
Hired Attorney

Tom is excellent to work with. Very thorough, diligent and was able to help with all of questions. Tom comes with my highest recommendation!

Trusts and Estates
Posted by anonymous
September 06, 2013
Hired Attorney

Excellent experience with Tom and his staff

Real Estate
Posted by anonymous
April 01, 2013
Hired Attorney

Very knowledgeable, excellent professional service!

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Areas of Law

  • Trusts and Estates 1
    • Estate Planning
  • Other 2
    • Wills
    • Trusts

Practice Details

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1985, Texas
    1985, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas (inactive)
    1987, North Carolina
    1987, U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
    2007, South Carolina
    Memberships
    Member of the North Carolina and South Carolina State Bars as well as the Mecklenburg County Bar.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Duke University School of Law
    Class of 1985
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Boston College
    Class of 1982
    B.A.
    Economics and English, magna cum laude, Omicron Delta Epsilon

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4.9
35 reviews

15720 Brixham Hill Avenue, Suite 300Charlotte, NC 28277-2113U.S.A.

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  • Tuesday 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Thursday 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM

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    Thomas J. Gorman is admitted to practice before the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.
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    Yes, Thomas J. Gorman has a 5.0 Client Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Yes, Thomas J. Gorman will accept Discover, American Express, MasterCard and Visa.
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    Thomas J. Gorman attended Duke University School of Law.

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