Carlon Ocel
Associate Attorney at HEMPHILL GELDER, P.C.- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Full professional proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Licensed Attorney
Supreme Court of MinnesotaOct, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Attorney
North Carolina State BarOct, 2014- Nov, 2024 -
Licensed Attorney
Virginia State BarNov, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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HEMPHILL GELDER, P.C.
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United States
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Law Practice
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Attorney
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Jan 2022 - Present
I help clients navigate the full spectrum of estate planning needs and chart their course through the process with the use of a full range of planning tools, from the simple to the more complex. I pride myself on making what can often be perceived as a daunting and emotionally fraught process much more pleasant and efficient than anticipated. In addition to spending one-on-one time with my clients crafting the plan that will work best for them, I also enjoy developing educational opportunities for members of my community to help them better understand the estate planning process and how it can benefit them and their families. I am available to meet with clients at both our Pittsboro Office and our Raleigh Office. Show less
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Associate Attorney
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Feb 2015 - Mar 2017
Drafted a wide range of documents pertinent to clients’ estate planning needs, including basic documents such as simple wills, wills with testamentary trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, deeds, and other ancillary documents, and more complex documents such as individual and joint revocable trusts, first-party and third-party supplemental needs trusts, dynasty trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, a charitable remainder unitrust, and irrevocable trusts for gifting, long-term care planning, and Veterans benefits. Also performed research and memoranda production regarding specific subtopics within the areas of estate planning, elder law, and special needs planning, and prepared a private letter ruling request that was submitted to the Internal Revenue Service. Drafted formation, conversion, and dissolution documents for LLCs, corporations, and nonprofits. Participated in Durham-Orange County Estate Planning Council. Show less
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Legal Services of Northern Virginia
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United States
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Legal Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Health Insurance Navigator with ENROLL Virginia!
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Sep 2013 - Jan 2015
Developed, implemented, and managed outreach plan and application-assistance project for Northern Virginia area to educate the community and facilitate individuals, families, and small businesses applying for health insurance affordability programs. Provided assistance and education in both English and Spanish. Cultivated relationships with local departments of social services, schools, health departments, Chambers of Commerce, community service workers, unemployment counselors, and other partners. Planned and executed community events, local publicity, and direct communications, and spoke on panels with Congressmen, state delegates, physicians, and government and insurance officials. Show less
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Volunteer Attorney
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May 2013 - Jan 2015
Evaluated cases, researched issues, drafted letters and memoranda, assisted with client correspondence, and attended meetings and hearings primarily for the Education Law Project and the Family Law practice group.
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Education
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2009 - 2012
University of Richmond School of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.) -
2005 - 2009
Duke University
A.B., Psychology -
1997 - 2005
Norfolk Academy
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