Atty. Carole W. Simms

Atty. Carole W. Simms

Ms. Carole W.

Greensboro Greensboro 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (743) 230-9568 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Carole W. Simms at a glance

Carole W. Simms is a Partner based in Greensboro, North Carolina, practicing at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and education. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1980) and Auburn University (B.S., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Greensboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Carole W. Simms is a lawyer practicing estate planning, partnership, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • Carole received a B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1967, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Carole practices at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP in Greensboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Carole W. Simms's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Carole W. Simms handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Carole W. Simms is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Carole W. Simms is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Carole W. Simms is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Carole W. Simms is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in North Carolina →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Greensboro are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Carole W. Simms

Where is Carole W. Simms's law office located?
Carole W. Simms's law practice is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The firm is Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Carole W. Simms handle?
Carole W. Simms focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Carole W. Simms practiced law?
Carole W. Simms has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Carole W. Simms go to law school?
Carole W. Simms earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1967).
How can I contact Carole W. Simms for a consultation?
You can contact Carole W. Simms directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Carole W. Simms received?
Carole W. Simms's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1980
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1980

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