Atty. Robert Gilleland

Atty. Robert Gilleland

Mr. Robert Gilleland is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law.

Sanford Sanford 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (910) 704-6201 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert Gilleland at a glance

Robert Gilleland is a Managing Partner based in Sanford, North Carolina, practicing at Sanford Law Group. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1975). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1975) and University of North Carolina (A.B., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Lee County (President, 1985-1986) and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Sanford, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Robert Gilleland is a lawyer practicing wills & living wills, estate planning, real estate and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Robert practices at Sanford Law Group in Sanford, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Gilleland's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Robert Gilleland is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →

Trusts

Robert Gilleland is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Robert Gilleland is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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.

Robert Gilleland 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.

Robert Gilleland is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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 Sanford 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 Robert Gilleland

Where is Robert Gilleland's law office located?
Robert Gilleland's law practice is located in Sanford, North Carolina. The firm is Sanford Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Gilleland handle?
Robert Gilleland focuses on wills, trusts, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Robert Gilleland practiced law?
Robert Gilleland has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Robert Gilleland go to law school?
Robert Gilleland earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (A.B., 1972).
How can I contact Robert Gilleland for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Gilleland 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 Robert Gilleland received?
Robert Gilleland's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1975
A.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1975

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