Atty. Elizabeth S. Eagen

Atty. Elizabeth S. Eagen

Elizabeth S. Eagen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate law, wills and 3 other areas of law.

Durham Durham 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Elizabeth S. Eagen at a glance

Elizabeth S. Eagen is a Member based in Durham, North Carolina, practicing at Eagen & Eagen. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1978) and North Carolina (1988). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1978) and University of North Carolina at Greensboro (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina State Bar (Member, Sections on: Estate Planning and Administration and Wills and Trusts) North Carolina Bar Association Virginia State Bar. Serands clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Elizabeth S. Eagen is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate law, wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Elizabeth received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1965, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Elizabeth practices at Eagen & Eagen in Durham, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Elizabeth S. Eagen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Elizabeth S. Eagen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Elizabeth S. Eagen is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →

Trusts

Elizabeth S. Eagen is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Probate

Elizabeth S. Eagen is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate 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.

Elizabeth S. Eagen is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Elizabeth S. Eagen is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Durham 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 Elizabeth S. Eagen

Where is Elizabeth S. Eagen's law office located?
Elizabeth S. Eagen's law practice is located in Durham, North Carolina. The firm is Eagen & Eagen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Elizabeth S. Eagen handle?
Elizabeth S. Eagen focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Elizabeth S. Eagen practiced law?
Elizabeth S. Eagen has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Elizabeth S. Eagen go to law school?
Elizabeth S. Eagen earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Elizabeth S. Eagen for a consultation?
You can contact Elizabeth S. Eagen 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 Elizabeth S. Eagen received?
Elizabeth S. Eagen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- 1965

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1978
North Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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