North Charleston, SC

Estate planning gives you the confidence that your wishes will be honored and your loved ones protected. At Oath, our North Charleston office helps families create personalized estate plans that bring clarity, simplicity, and peace of mind. Whether you're building your first plan or updating an existing one, we make the process easy to understand and fully tailored to your life and goals.

A trust can be one of the most effective ways to manage and protect your assets while streamlining the process for your loved ones in the future. Oath's North Charleston trust attorneys help you understand how both revocable living trusts and irrevocable trusts work — and which one is the best fit for your needs.

A revocable living trust gives you flexibility, allowing you to make updates as your circumstances change. An irrevocable trust provides stronger long-term protection and structure for your estate. Our team explains each option in everyday language and helps you design a trust strategy that protects your family and supports your goals for years to come.

A will is the cornerstone of every complete estate plan. It outlines how your belongings will be distributed, names guardians for minor children, and prevents confusion or conflict among loved ones.

At Oath, our North Charleston estate planning lawyers make creating or updating your will a smooth, supportive experience. We guide you through each decision, help you express your wishes clearly, and craft a document that gives you — and your family — long-term peace of mind.

A Power of Attorney (POA) allows someone you trust to manage your financial or legal responsibilities if you become unable to handle them yourself. Without a POA, your family may face delays and legal barriers during an already challenging time.

Our North Charleston team helps you select the right agent, outline their responsibilities, and prepare a durable POA that's ready when needed. With this essential document in place, your financial life can continue smoothly, even during unexpected circumstances.

A healthcare directive, also known as a living will, ensures your medical treatment preferences are followed if you're unable to communicate. These documents bring clarity to your medical team and peace of mind to your loved ones.

Oath's North Charleston team walks you through important decisions such as life support, comfort care, and emergency treatments. We help you document your wishes clearly so your family has the guidance they need during difficult moments.

Families throughout the Charleston area choose Oath for our transparent, supportive, and education-first approach to estate planning.

Here's what sets Oath apart:

Flat-fee pricing — no hourly billing or hidden costs.

No upsells or litigation — we focus solely on estate planning.

Educational, compassionate process that makes planning simple.

Exclusive focus on estate planning — deep expertise and clarity.

Secure digital access to all completed documents.

Ongoing support as your needs and family circumstances evolve.

A will directs how your assets are distributed after you pass away, while a trust can manage assets during your lifetime and afterward.

Many North Charleston families benefit from both. A trust simplifies administration, while a will names guardians and covers remaining assets.

Choose someone responsible, trustworthy, and able to handle financial and legal decisions confidently.

Every few years, or after major life changes such as marriage, divorce, or the purchase of a home.

Without a will, state law determines how your assets are distributed — which may not reflect your wishes.

A living will outlines your medical treatment preferences when you cannot communicate your decisions.

Yes — online accounts, social media, and digital files should all be addressed.

A personalized estate plan helps ensure fairness, clarity, and protection for all spouses and children.

Waiting too long, not updating documents, and choosing the wrong decision-makers.

Most North Charleston clients complete their plans within a few weeks, depending on scheduling and complexity.

"The North Charleston team made everything easy to understand. I left feeling confident and prepared."

"There was no pressure — just patience, clarity, and real support throughout the process."

"Flat-fee pricing gave me total confidence. No surprises and no stress."

"Everyone was friendly, professional, and genuinely focused on helping my family."

"Oath made a difficult topic feel simple and reassuring. Highly recommended."