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Wills and estates is one of the firm's primary practice areas. In continuous practice from Gatesville since 1980, Philip Godwin is admitted to the Federal District Court (1989) and has served as former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. The firm has operated from the same courthouse-area office since 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Trusts, wills, and probate are core practice areas for this Elizabeth City firm. Attorney John Trimpi has 52+ years of experience and is admitted to the U.S. Tax Court, making him well-suited for estate tax and trust administration matters. Wake Forest University Law School J.D. (1972).
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
County clerk office in Gatesville for foreclosure hearings, probate filings, estate administration, and civil proceedings for all Gates County residents. Clerk: Monica Horton-Wiggins.
202 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Get my cash offerElizabeth City family law attorney with 19 years of experience handling divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, guardianship, adoption, and social services litigation. Provides personalized legal strategies for families in the First Judicial District including Gates County.
606 E Main Street, Suite C1, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Attorney Rachel Gunther handles uncontested divorce, estate planning, bankruptcy, and real estate from her Hertford office. Opened her own firm in 2010 after earning her J.D. from Regent University School of Law (2005). Serves Gates, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Currituck, Camden, and Chowan Counties.
147 N Church Street, Hertford, NC 27944
Provides 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter (Hope House), counseling, court advocacy, prevention education, displaced homemaker program, and children's programs. Serves Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Gates, Pasquotank, and Perquimans Counties.
Albemarle Hopeline — domestic violence services24/7 confidential hotline for immediate safety planning, local referrals, and support by phone, text, or chat.
National Domestic Violence HotlineFederal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Get my cash offerGatesville attorney Philip P. Godwin Jr., Wake Forest University and NC Central School of Law graduate, has been in continuous practice since 1980. Past president of the First Judicial District Bar and former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. Handles real estate transactions, title issues, and property disputes from the same office his grandfather opened in 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Thomas P. Nash IV, UNC Chapel Hill A.B. (1972), has 46+ years of experience specializing in real estate, real property, and partnerships. Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2025). Serves Pasquotank, Gates, and surrounding northeastern NC counties.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Get my cash offerAttorney John G. Trimpi, Guilford College B.A. (1969) and Wake Forest University Law School J.D. (1972), has over 52 years of experience handling bankruptcy, real estate, corporate, trusts, wills, and probate. Admitted to U.S. Supreme Court (1979), U.S. Tax Court (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals Fourth Circuit (1977).
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Attorney Rachel S. Gunther, Regent University School of Law J.D. (2005), opened her own firm in 2010. Handles Chapter 7 bankruptcy, estate planning, uncontested divorce, real estate, and LLC formation. Frequently lectures on estate planning at community forums. Serves Pasquotank, Perquimans, Gates, Currituck, Camden, and Chowan Counties.
147 N Church Street, Hertford, NC 27944
County tax office collecting real and personal property taxes for Gatesville and all Gates County jurisdictions, with online payment options.
200 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
NC Bar lawyer referralSpecializing in helping Gatesville homeowners navigate tax liens situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
Visit listrobin.comAttorney Thomas B.P. Wood, NC State University graduate and Cumberland School of Law J.D. (with honors), handles real estate, property disputes, and general civil litigation from Gatesville. Licensed approximately 21 years. Partner at one of Gates County's only law firms.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Nash specializes in real estate, real property, and partnerships with 46+ years of experience. Distinguished Martindale-Hubbell peer review rating. UNC Chapel Hill graduate. Handles property disputes and covenant matters for Gates and Pasquotank County clients.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Visit listrobin.comGatesville attorney Philip P. Godwin Jr., Wake Forest University and NC Central School of Law graduate, has been in continuous practice since 1980. Past president of the First Judicial District Bar and former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. Handles real estate transactions, title issues, and property disputes from the same office his grandfather opened in 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Thomas P. Nash IV, UNC Chapel Hill A.B. (1972), has 46+ years of experience specializing in real estate, real property, and partnerships. Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2025). Serves Pasquotank, Gates, and surrounding northeastern NC counties.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Get my cash offerElizabeth City family law attorney with 19 years of experience handling divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, equitable distribution, guardianship, adoption, and social services litigation. Provides personalized legal strategies for families in the First Judicial District including Gates County.
606 E Main Street, Suite C1, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Attorney Rachel Gunther handles uncontested divorce, estate planning, bankruptcy, and real estate from her Hertford office. Opened her own firm in 2010 after earning her J.D. from Regent University School of Law (2005). Serves Gates, Perquimans, Pasquotank, Currituck, Camden, and Chowan Counties.
147 N Church Street, Hertford, NC 27944
County veterans service officer assisting Gatesville and Gates County veterans and dependents with service-connected disability claims, non-service-connected pensions, education, burial, insurance, and other VA benefits. Office Manager: Chad Stephens.
112 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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Get my cash offerGatesville attorney Philip P. Godwin Jr., Wake Forest University and NC Central School of Law graduate, has been in continuous practice since 1980. Past president of the First Judicial District Bar and former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. Handles real estate transactions, title issues, and property disputes from the same office his grandfather opened in 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Thomas P. Nash IV, UNC Chapel Hill A.B. (1972), has 46+ years of experience specializing in real estate, real property, and partnerships. Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2025). Serves Pasquotank, Gates, and surrounding northeastern NC counties.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
NC Bar lawyer referralSpecializing in helping Gatesville homeowners navigate underwater mortgage situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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See my home valueWills and estates is one of the firm's primary practice areas. In continuous practice from Gatesville since 1980, Philip Godwin is admitted to the Federal District Court (1989) and has served as former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. The firm has operated from the same courthouse-area office since 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Trusts, wills, and probate are core practice areas for this Elizabeth City firm. Attorney John Trimpi has 52+ years of experience and is admitted to the U.S. Tax Court, making him well-suited for estate tax and trust administration matters. Wake Forest University Law School J.D. (1972).
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Regional Area Agency on Aging serving Camden, Chowan, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Hyde, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Tyrrell, and Washington Counties. Coordinates Senior Nutrition Program (home-delivered meals for 60+), Family Caregiver Support, Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and SHIIP health insurance counseling.
512 South Church Street, Hertford, NC 27944
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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See my home valueGatesville attorney Philip P. Godwin Jr., Wake Forest University and NC Central School of Law graduate, has been in continuous practice since 1980. Past president of the First Judicial District Bar and former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. Handles real estate transactions, title issues, and property disputes from the same office his grandfather opened in 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Thomas P. Nash IV, UNC Chapel Hill A.B. (1972), has 46+ years of experience specializing in real estate, real property, and partnerships. Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2025). Serves Pasquotank, Gates, and surrounding northeastern NC counties.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
NC Bar lawyer referralSpecializing in helping Gatesville homeowners navigate heloc default situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
Visit listrobin.comGatesville attorney Philip P. Godwin Jr., Wake Forest University and NC Central School of Law graduate, has been in continuous practice since 1980. Past president of the First Judicial District Bar and former Gates County Attorney for 17 years. Handles real estate transactions, title issues, and property disputes from the same office his grandfather opened in 1900.
110 Court Street, Gatesville, NC 27938
Attorney Thomas P. Nash IV, UNC Chapel Hill A.B. (1972), has 46+ years of experience specializing in real estate, real property, and partnerships. Distinguished peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell (2025). Serves Pasquotank, Gates, and surrounding northeastern NC counties.
200 N Water Street, Suite 2A, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Federal HUD counselor locator and hotline for Gatesville homeowners who need foreclosure-prevention counseling, loan-workout planning, and loss-mitigation guidance in Gates County.
Find a HUD-approved housing counselorState mortgage-delinquency and foreclosure-prevention guidance for North Carolina homeowners, with referrals to HUD-approved counseling agencies serving Gates County.
NCHFA homeowner assistanceLegal Aid of North Carolina provides free civil legal assistance for income-eligible Gates County residents. Covers housing, foreclosure defense, family law, consumer issues, domestic violence, and employment matters.
Legal Aid NC Ahoskie officeStatewide lawyer referral service connecting Gatesville and Gates County residents with licensed attorneys for a 30-minute consultation.
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