Make Your Estate Plan More Than Wishful Thinking
At Dykes Law Firm, our mission is to provide comprehensive estate planning, administration, and tax services to individuals, families, and small businesses in Asheville, North Carolina, and surrounding areas. Our experienced attorney, Joanne Dykes, has been practicing law for over twenty years, with a focus on estate planning, estate administration, small businesses, and tax law.
Our Services
We understand that every individual and family has unique needs and goals. Our law firm offers a range of services designed to help you achieve your objectives. Our services include:
- Estate Planning: We develop personalized estate plans that include wills, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney, and living wills. Our goal is to ensure that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are protected.
- Estate Administration: We guide executors and trustees in the administration of estates and trusts, relieving them of the administrative burden to the extent they wish or require.
- Business Formations and Agreements: We form entities, prepare agreements between business owners, draft contracts with third parties, and prepare and negotiate transfers of business interests.
- Tax Matters, Audits, and Settlements: We represent clients in tax audits, negotiate tax liability settlements, and advise on individual, business, estate, and trust tax issues.
Our Approach
At Dykes Law Firm, we take a personalized approach to every client. We listen to your concerns, understand your goals, and develop tailored solutions to meet your needs. Our commitment is to provide expert guidance, exceptional service, and personalized attention to ensure that you achieve your objectives.
Meet Joanne Dykes
Joanne Dykes is a seasoned attorney with over twenty years of experience in estate planning, estate administration, small businesses, and tax law. She earned a B.S. in Accounting and a Master's of Accounting in Taxation from the University of Florida and a J.D. and L.L.M. in Taxation from the New York University School of Law. With her extensive expertise and dedication to her clients, Joanne is well-equipped to help you navigate the complexities of estate planning, estate administration, and tax law.
Review Summary
Business Services
The reviews of Joanne, a lawyer, are mixed. One reviewer, Michael Shay, gave her a 1-star review, expressing strong discontent. According to Michael, Joanne is incompetent and took advantage of an elderly woman, including 89-year-old Bishop Weinhauer's wife, by having her sign a trust document without fully understanding its contents.
On the other hand, Wendy Fletcher gave Joanne a 5-star review, praising her helpfulness and her assistant, Cheryl, as delightful.
Expertise and Reliability
Michael's negative review raises concerns about Joanne's professionalism and ethics. He accuses her of being reckless and irresponsible in her handling of the elderly woman's trust. This has led him to demand that Joanne be disbarred.
In contrast, Wendy's positive review highlights Joanne's expertise and her assistant's friendly demeanor.
Recommendation
The reviews raise questions about Joanne's competency and business practices. Michael's scathing criticism suggests that potential clients should exercise extreme caution and thoroughly research Joanne's reputation before entrusting her with their legal matters.
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