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R. Anthony Orsbon

R. Anthony Orsbon is a partner at Orsbon & Fenninger LLP in Charlotte, North Carolina. With more than 50 years of experience, he advises clients on estate planning, probate, and fiduciary matters, and represents clients in related litigation. Admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 1972, he earned his J.D. from Vanderbilt University Law School and his B.A. from Davidson College. Mr. Orsbon holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is recognized in Marquis Who’s Who for his professional achievements.

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What is the Uniform Power of Attorney Act?

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

You decide the time has come to put your affairs in order. Estate planning may be a long and drawn-out affair. If you have people around whom you trust, the…

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How do you choose an executor?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

When North Carolina residents begin to craft a will or estate plan, there are many things to do. But one of the first things is finding an executor for your…

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Initial tasks for executors of a loved ones will

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Last Modified on Apr 05, 2024

As an executor of a North Carolina will, you have a lot of work ahead of you. Chances are at least a portion of the estate must go through probate.…

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What are some options to give to charity?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

If you are eager to donate part of your wealth to a cause you are passionate about, there are a number of ways you can give to a charitable organization.…

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Will Medicare cover my assisted living costs?

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Last Modified on Feb 08, 2025

There are many moving parts to consider when planning your estate, but it is also important to make necessary provisions for yourself while you may still be alive. Americans are…

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Strategies for selecting a legal guardian

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Last Modified on Apr 05, 2024

For many parents in North Carolina, the task of choosing another person, couple or family to assume guardianship of their children can be a serious matter. Parents can only hope…

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3 qualities your power of attorney should have

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

While you may have enjoyed a healthy life so far, you probably recognize the frailties of the human body. Whether due to age, illness or injury, you may have difficulty…

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Detailing intestate succession

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

After the initial shock and/or sadness surrounding the death of your spouse begins to abate, you may begin to question how they wished to have their assets distributed. Typically those…

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What is decanting?

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Last Modified on Apr 08, 2024

Some people are not sure about setting up trusts because they can be hard to change. Irrevocable trusts, for example, cannot be altered unless the beneficiaries consent to it. Fortunately,…

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How elective share may affect your estate plan

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Last Modified on Sep 27, 2024

The first part of any new year is a good time to revisit your existing estate plan. If you do not already have one in place, drafting a comprehensive will…

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