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Gregory Herman-Giddens
10 Rating36 Years Licensed

Gregory Herman-Giddens

Estate Planning Lawyer at TrustCounsel

Estate PlanningProbateTaxTrusts

About Gregory

I guide high net worth individuals and families through the complex legal and tax aspects of estate planning, probate and trust administration. After over 35 years of helping folks,  I like to say that I specialize in "peace of mind." I grew up in Chapel Hill, NC and most of my family is in the area. I now split my time between Naples, FL and Chapel Hill, but remain a die hard Tar Heel fan! Personally, I enjoy traveling, the outdoors, reading history, and spending time with my rather large family!

Awards & Recognition

2022

Scholarship Award - Scholarship Award, WealthCounsel

2022

Florida Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate - Florida Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate, Super Lawyers Magazine

2022

Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate - Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate, Naples Illustrated Magazine

2021

Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate - Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate, Naples Illustrated Magazine

2021

Florida Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate - Florida Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate, Super Lawyers Magazine

2020

Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate - Top Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate, Naples Illustrated Magazine

2020

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning & Probate - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning & Probate, Super Lawyers Magazine

2019

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

The President's Volunteer Service Award - The President's Volunteer Service Award, Corporation for National & Community Service

2018

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Pro Bono Honor Society - Pro Bono Honor Society, North Carolina Bar Foundation

2017

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Life Fellow - Life Fellow, American Bar Foundation

2012

Pro Bono Publico - Pro Bono Publico, North Carolina Legal Aid and New Hanover County Bar Association

2011

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Best Tax Lawyer in North Carolina - Best Tax Lawyer in North Carolina, Voted on Legal Force website

2008

Impact Financial Leader - Impact Financial Leader, Triangle Business Leader magazine

2007

Certified Financial Planner - Certified Financial Planner, Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.

2007

Legal Elite in Tax and Estate Planning - Legal Elite in Tax and Estate Planning, Business Leader Magazine

2007

North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law - North Carolina Super Lawyer in Estate Planning and Probate Law, Super Lawyers Magazine

1997

Estate Planning and Probate Law Specialist - Estate Planning and Probate Law Specialist, North Carolina State Bar Board of Specialization

1984

National Psychology Honor Society - National Psychology Honor Society, Psi Chi

1984

Phi Beta Kappa - Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Beta Kappa

Education & Memberships

  • 2011 - Present - Law Society of England and Wales - Solicitor (non-practising)
  • 2007 - Present - WealthCounsel - Member
  • 2003 - Present - North Carolina Association of Non-Profits - Pro Bono Panel Member
  • 1994 - Present - North Carolina Bar Association, Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law Section - Member
  • 1992 - Present - Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section - Member
  • 2014 - 2015 - 15-B Judicial District Bar - President
  • 2012 - 2014 - 15-B Judicial District Bar - Secretary/Treasurer
  • 2010 - 2010 - Orange County Bar Association - President
  • 2009 - 2012 - Chatham County Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors
  • 2008 - 2014 - North Carolina Bar Association, Medico-Legal Liaison Committee - Member
  • 2008 - 2011 - Orange County Habit for Humanity - Director
  • 1998 - 2008 - North Carolina Bar Association, Endowment Committee - Member
  • 1993 - University of Miami School of Law - LL.M - Master of Law
  • 1988 - Tulane University Law School - JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1984 - University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill - BA - Bachelor of Arts

Bar Licenses

  • New York (2011) - Currently Registered
  • Tennessee (2004) - Active
  • Florida (1992) - Member in Good Standing
  • North Carolina (1988) - Active

Get in Touch

TrustCounsel

1415 Panther Lane, Ste. 534, Naples, FL, 34109

(919) 525-3767

Areas of Practice

Estate PlanningProbateTaxTrusts