Deborah L. "Debbie" Hildebran-Bachofen

Trusts and Estates

5.0 (1 reviews)

Charlotte, North Carolina

16+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

919-787-8880

https://www.manningfulton.com/professionals/deborah-l-hildebran-bachofen

3605 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 500 Raleigh NC US

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Bio

Representing clients in Trusts and Estates cases, Deborah L. "Debbie" Hildebran-Bachofen practices in North Carolina. Deborah L. "Debbie" Hildebran-Bachofen has cultivated 16 years of expertise specifically in Trusts and Estates law. Known for accessibility and thorough case preparation, Deborah L. "Debbie" Hildebran-Bachofen prioritizes client needs. Deborah L. "Debbie" Hildebran-Bachofen serves North Carolina with a commitment to professional advocacy and client success.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

North Carolina

State Capital

Raleigh

Highest Court

North Carolina Supreme Court

Bar Association

North Carolina State Bar

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$225-$425/hr

Fee Model Notes

Estate planning often uses flat-fee packages, while probate disputes tend to be hourly.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Trusts and Estates

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Trusts and Estates, Raleigh (2021)
Recognized: Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
Recognized: Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Recognized: Tax Law
Recognized: Trusts and Estates
Special Focus: Corporate
Special Focus: Estate Planning
Special Focus: Family Businesses
Special Focus: Planning for Closely Held Businesses
Special Focus: Probate
Special Focus: Succession Planning
Special Focus: Trust Administration
Recipient of a Women in Business Award (2005) presented by the Triangle Business Journal
Recipient of Women Extraordinaire Award (2005) presented by Business Leader Magazine
Recognized in North Carolina Super Lawyers (2006-2015) lists of North Carolina's Top 100 Lawyers (2009, 2010) and Top 50 Female Lawyers (2006-2015)
Recognized in Business North Carolina magazine’s Legal Elite in the areas of Tax and Estate Planning (2005) and Corporate Law (2006)

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009

Education

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1984
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BS, graduated 1976

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Reviews

Brenda Evans

3 months ago

Expert guidance for our family business succession plan

Our family had the complex task of transitioning ownership of our multi-generational manufacturing business while ensuring both fairness and future stability. We were referred to Debbie Hildebran-Bachofen at Manning, Fulton & Skinner, and it was the best decision we could have made. Her deep, 16-year focus on trusts and estates, combined with her recognized expertise in closely held companies, was immediately apparent. She didn't just draft documents; she facilitated difficult conversations, explaining the legal and tax implications of each option with remarkable clarity. Her guidance on structuring the LLC and creating a tailored estate plan addressed our specific concerns about legacy and asset protection. The recent recognition as Lawyer of the Year in Trusts and Estates is clearly well-deserved. Debbie’s professionalism, strategic foresight, and genuine care for our family’s well-being resulted in a comprehensive plan we have full confidence in. We are profoundly grateful for her exceptional service.