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Foreclosure
Foreclosure Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson attorney (P.O. Box 635, Jefferson, NC 28640). B.S. Appalachian State University 1993, NC Bar admitted 1997 (28+ years). Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021. Practice areas include real estate closings, title work, civil litigation, construction law, and environmental law serving Ashe County property owners.
James B. Maloney real estate servicesReeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson firm at 202 E. Main Street with offices in Boone. Attorney John B. "Jak" Reeves (Campbell Law School J.D. 2004) is the current West Jefferson town attorney, following his father who held the same role. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude 2003, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006) is Super Lawyers rated. Firm traces to 1973. Practice covers real estate, personal injury, and family law.
Reeves DiVenere Wright real estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCForeclosure Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate foreclosure situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Inheritance Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson general practitioner with 28+ years of experience (NC Bar 1997). Appalachian State University B.S. 1993. Handles wills, estate planning, probate administration, and real property matters for Ashe County families. Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021.
James B. Maloney estate servicesKilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm at 122 N. Jefferson Avenue. Attorney John T. Kilby (B.S. Appalachian State University 1969, NC Bar 1975, 50+ years) serves as counsel for Ashe County government. NC Bar Association Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023. 40+ years on Pisgah Legal Services board. Handles wills, estates, real estate, and business law.
Kilby & Hurley estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCInheritance Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate inheritance situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerDivorce
Divorce Attorneys
Reeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson office at 202 E. Main Street. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006, Super Lawyers rated) handles family law including equitable distribution, child custody, alimony, divorce, child support, and adoption.
Reeves DiVenere Wright family lawKilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm serving Ashe County families for 50+ years. Attorney John T. Kilby and Benjamin G. Hurley Jr. (UNC Chapel Hill, NC Bar ~1990, 35+ years) handle divorce, custody, and domestic matters.
Kilby & Hurley family lawDomestic Violence Support
A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.)
Sole provider of intimate partner violence and sexual assault services in Ashe County. Services include confidential emergency and transitional shelter, crisis counseling, legal and medical advocacy, case management, and referrals. 24-hour crisis line.
A.S.H.E. domestic violence servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCDivorce Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate divorce situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerRelocation
Relocation and Sale Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson attorney (P.O. Box 635, Jefferson, NC 28640). B.S. Appalachian State University 1993, NC Bar admitted 1997 (28+ years). Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021. Practice areas include real estate closings, title work, civil litigation, construction law, and environmental law serving Ashe County property owners.
James B. Maloney real estate servicesReeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson firm at 202 E. Main Street with offices in Boone. Attorney John B. "Jak" Reeves (Campbell Law School J.D. 2004) is the current West Jefferson town attorney, following his father who held the same role. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude 2003, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006) is Super Lawyers rated. Firm traces to 1973. Practice covers real estate, personal injury, and family law.
Reeves DiVenere Wright real estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCRelocation Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate relocation situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerProbate
Probate Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson general practitioner with 28+ years of experience (NC Bar 1997). Appalachian State University B.S. 1993. Handles wills, estate planning, probate administration, and real property matters for Ashe County families. Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021.
James B. Maloney estate servicesKilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm at 122 N. Jefferson Avenue. Attorney John T. Kilby (B.S. Appalachian State University 1969, NC Bar 1975, 50+ years) serves as counsel for Ashe County government. NC Bar Association Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023. 40+ years on Pisgah Legal Services board. Handles wills, estates, real estate, and business law.
Kilby & Hurley estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCProbate Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate probate situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerBankruptcy
Bankruptcy Attorneys
Duncan Law, LLP
North Wilkesboro office serving Ashe County residents. Attorney Damon Duncan is a NC State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law. Father-son team has handled over 5,000 bankruptcy cases. Practice covers Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings throughout the western NC mountains.
Duncan Law bankruptcy servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCBankruptcy Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate bankruptcy situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Code and Property Dispute Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson attorney (P.O. Box 635, Jefferson, NC 28640). B.S. Appalachian State University 1993, NC Bar admitted 1997 (28+ years). Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021. Practice areas include real estate closings, title work, civil litigation, construction law, and environmental law serving Ashe County property owners.
James B. Maloney real estate servicesReeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson firm at 202 E. Main Street with offices in Boone. Attorney John B. "Jak" Reeves (Campbell Law School J.D. 2004) is the current West Jefferson town attorney, following his father who held the same role. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude 2003, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006) is Super Lawyers rated. Firm traces to 1973. Practice covers real estate, personal injury, and family law.
Reeves DiVenere Wright real estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCCode Violations Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate code violations situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
Visit listrobin.comSee open code cases and activity around any West Jefferson address
Check my addressHOA Liens
HOA Attorneys
Law Firm Carolinas
Greensboro office at 3623 N. Elm Street serves western NC communities including Ashe County. Attorney Jim Slaughter is a Fellow and former President of the College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL). 2024 Don Buck Lifetime Contribution Award recipient from Community Associations Institute. First NC firm recognized by Best Lawyers in Community Association Law.
Law Firm Carolinas HOA lawHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCHOA Liens Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate hoa liens situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Emergency and Disaster Recovery
NC Division of Emergency Management
State emergency preparedness and disaster-recovery coordination for North Carolina.
NC emergency management resourcesFEMA Disaster Assistance
Federal disaster assistance programs for qualified homeowners after declared events.
FEMA disaster assistanceHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCFire / Storm Damage Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate fire / storm damage situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerVacant Property
Vacant Property Attorneys
Law Firm Carolinas
Greensboro office at 3623 N. Elm Street serves western NC communities including Ashe County. Attorney Jim Slaughter is a Fellow and former President of the College of Community Association Lawyers (CCAL). 2024 Don Buck Lifetime Contribution Award recipient from Community Associations Institute. First NC firm recognized by Best Lawyers in Community Association Law.
Law Firm Carolinas HOA lawHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCVacant Property Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate vacant property situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerMilitary PCS
Military and Veteran Services
Ashe County Veterans Services Office
Assists veterans and dependents with VA disability compensation, pension, healthcare, education benefits, and burial services.
Ashe County Veterans ServicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCMilitary PCS Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate military pcs situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Get my cash offerUnderwater Mortgage
Underwater Mortgage Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson attorney (P.O. Box 635, Jefferson, NC 28640). B.S. Appalachian State University 1993, NC Bar admitted 1997 (28+ years). Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021. Practice areas include real estate closings, title work, civil litigation, construction law, and environmental law serving Ashe County property owners.
James B. Maloney real estate servicesReeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson firm at 202 E. Main Street with offices in Boone. Attorney John B. "Jak" Reeves (Campbell Law School J.D. 2004) is the current West Jefferson town attorney, following his father who held the same role. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude 2003, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006) is Super Lawyers rated. Firm traces to 1973. Practice covers real estate, personal injury, and family law.
Reeves DiVenere Wright real estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCUnderwater Mortgage Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson 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 valueJob Loss
Job Loss and Debt Attorneys
Duncan Law, LLP
North Wilkesboro office serving Ashe County residents. Attorney Damon Duncan is a NC State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law. Father-son team has handled over 5,000 bankruptcy cases. Practice covers Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings throughout the western NC mountains.
Duncan Law bankruptcy servicesEmployment and Income Support
NCWorks Career Center — Ashe County
Job search assistance, career counseling, and training opportunities for residents experiencing employment disruption.
NCWorks career servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCJob Loss Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate job loss situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Medical Hardship and Debt Attorneys
Duncan Law, LLP
North Wilkesboro office serving Ashe County residents. Attorney Damon Duncan is a NC State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law. Father-son team has handled over 5,000 bankruptcy cases. Practice covers Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings throughout the western NC mountains.
Duncan Law bankruptcy servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCMedical Hardship Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate medical hardship situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
Visit listrobin.comReverse Mortgage
Reverse Mortgage and Probate Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson general practitioner with 28+ years of experience (NC Bar 1997). Appalachian State University B.S. 1993. Handles wills, estate planning, probate administration, and real property matters for Ashe County families. Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021.
James B. Maloney estate servicesKilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm at 122 N. Jefferson Avenue. Attorney John T. Kilby (B.S. Appalachian State University 1969, NC Bar 1975, 50+ years) serves as counsel for Ashe County government. NC Bar Association Citizen Lawyer Class of 2023. 40+ years on Pisgah Legal Services board. Handles wills, estates, real estate, and business law.
Kilby & Hurley estate servicesSenior Support Resources
Ashe Services for Aging (Generations Ashe)
Operates the Ashe County senior center in West Jefferson at 180 Chattyrob Lane. Provides Community Alternatives Program (CAP), in-home aide services, nutrition and meals programs, intergenerational day program, and assisted living community.
Ashe Services for AgingHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCReverse Mortgage Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate reverse mortgage situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
Visit listrobin.comKnow exactly what your West Jefferson home is worth first
See my home valueIRS Tax Lien
IRS Lien and Debt Attorneys
Kilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm at 122 N. Jefferson Avenue. Attorney John T. Kilby (50+ years, NC Bar 1975, Citizen Lawyer 2023) and Benjamin G. Hurley Jr. (35+ years) serve as counsel for Ashe County government. Full-service practice covering real estate, family law, estates, business, criminal defense, and civil litigation.
Kilby & Hurley legal servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCIRS Tax Lien Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate irs tax lien situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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HELOC Default Attorneys
James B. Maloney, Attorney at Law
Jefferson attorney (P.O. Box 635, Jefferson, NC 28640). B.S. Appalachian State University 1993, NC Bar admitted 1997 (28+ years). Avvo Top Contributor Award 2021. Practice areas include real estate closings, title work, civil litigation, construction law, and environmental law serving Ashe County property owners.
James B. Maloney real estate servicesReeves DiVenere Wright
West Jefferson firm at 202 E. Main Street with offices in Boone. Attorney John B. "Jak" Reeves (Campbell Law School J.D. 2004) is the current West Jefferson town attorney, following his father who held the same role. Attorney Tamara C. DiVenere (Duke University B.A. cum laude 2003, UNC School of Law J.D. with High Honors 2006) is Super Lawyers rated. Firm traces to 1973. Practice covers real estate, personal injury, and family law.
Reeves DiVenere Wright real estate servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCHELOC Default Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate heloc default situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Judgment Lien Attorneys
Kilby & Hurley, Attorneys at Law
West Jefferson firm at 122 N. Jefferson Avenue. Attorney John T. Kilby (50+ years, NC Bar 1975, Citizen Lawyer 2023) and Benjamin G. Hurley Jr. (35+ years) serve as counsel for Ashe County government. Full-service practice covering real estate, family law, estates, business, criminal defense, and civil litigation.
Kilby & Hurley legal servicesHousing Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention
HUD National Counselor Hotline
Referral line for HUD-approved housing counselors serving West Jefferson and Ashe County homeowners facing mortgage hardship.
Find a HUD counselorNorth Carolina Housing Finance Agency Homeowner Help
State housing agency programs for payment issues, mortgage assistance, and foreclosure prevention for NC homeowners.
NCHFA homeowner programsAshe County Financial Programs
Ashe County Department of Social Services
Administers SNAP, Medicaid, Work First, crisis assistance, and emergency aid for Ashe County residents.
Ashe County DSSNC LIEAP — Utility Assistance
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program helps Ashe County homeowners with utility bills to avoid service shutoff.
NC energy assistanceFree and Low-Cost Legal Aid
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Free civil legal help for eligible low-income residents of Ashe County. Covers housing, foreclosure, consumer debt, and family-law matters.
Legal Aid of NCNC Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service
North Carolina Bar Association referral to local attorneys for an initial consultation at reduced fee.
NC Bar lawyer referralLawHelp.org North Carolina
Online directory of free legal resources, self-help guides, and pro bono attorneys available in Ashe County.
LawHelp NCJudgment Lien Real Estate Agents in West Jefferson
Chamiese Evans — Licensed Realtor
Specializing in helping West Jefferson homeowners navigate judgment lien situations — whether that means selling, negotiating, or exploring every option before making a decision. NorthGroup Real Estate.
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Last reviewed: February 2026
This directory is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Confirm all options with licensed counsel or a qualified financial professional before signing any agreement.
Sources: NC General Statutes · HUD.gov · CFPB.gov
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