William Patrick Hobson

Contact Information

Phone: (704) 372-6373
Fax: (704) 347-0674
Email: whobson@dmpm.com

Profile

Willie Hobson limits his practice to “non-tax-related” estate planning and probate/estate administration.

“Many clients want a ‘simple’, low-cost will; they don’t want to talk about ‘estate planning.’ What they do not realize is that simple wills do not dispose of non-probate property (life insurance proceeds, IRA and 401(k) plan benefits, joint property, etc.). Simple wills may not provide adequate protection for property passing to minor children, nor provide for the desired disposition of assets where the anticipated beneficiary predeceases the person who makes the will,” he explains.

“When preparing a will, one needs to discuss in detail his or her family circumstances and assets with a lawyer who is experienced in advising and counseling. Preparing a will is no substitute for designing an estate plan.”

Professional Activities

  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Mecklenburg County Bar Association
  • U.S. Army (1965-1968)

Bar Admissions

  • North Carolina
  • 26th Judicial District
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina

Education

  • J. D., 1971, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law
  • A.B., 1964, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill