Atty. Willis P. Whichard

Atty. Willis P. Whichard

Mr. Willis P.

Chapel Hill Chapel Hill 61 yrs experience 61 year
Call (984) 278-6465 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Willis P. Whichard at a glance

Willis P. Whichard is a Partner based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, practicing at Tillman, Whichard & Cagle, PLLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court (1965). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D. History, 1965) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B. History, 1962). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Chapel Hill, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Willis P. Whichard is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning and probate, appellate & constitutional and 2 other areas of law
  • Willis received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Willis practices at Tillman, Whichard & Cagle, PLLC in Chapel Hill, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Willis P. Whichard's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

Willis P. Whichard 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.

Willis P. Whichard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Willis P. Whichard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Willis P. Whichard is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Chapel Hill 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 Willis P. Whichard

Where is Willis P. Whichard's law office located?
Willis P. Whichard's law practice is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The firm is Tillman, Whichard & Cagle, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Willis P. Whichard handle?
Willis P. Whichard focuses on probate, estate planning, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Willis P. Whichard practiced law?
Willis P. Whichard has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Willis P. Whichard go to law school?
Willis P. Whichard earned their education at (J.D. History, 1965); (A.B. History, 1962).
How can I contact Willis P. Whichard for a consultation?
You can contact Willis P. Whichard 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 Willis P. Whichard received?
Willis P. Whichard's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. History
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1965
A.B. History
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1962

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court
Admitted: 1965

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