Martindale Awards

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Martindale Ratings

Reviews (51)

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Source Rating Reviews by date
5.0 / 5.0
2026-01-30

I have used Sarah Wenzel and her staff three times and each time they have been knowledgeable, compassionate, responsive to my concerns, excellent at explaining the process, answering my questions and completing the working in a professional and timely manner. I have recommended them several time to friends and associates. I would not use any other firm to handle my legal matters.

— Client 01/30/2026

5.0 / 5.0
2025-08-08

We used Sarah Wenzel to do our estate planning trust documents and would highly recommend her and her team! The process was very organized and we are very happy that we chose her. Each meeting was highly productive and we feel like we really understand our documents and the future scenarios. We are confident we have a good plan that covers our bases!

— Client 08/08/2025

5.0 / 5.0
2025-05-05

Derek Wenzel offered comprehensive legal advice. He and his team provided a thorough review of legal documents and offered timely responses to concerns. I walked away confident in the process because I was able to access such valuable legal support.

— Client 05/05/2025

5.0 / 5.0
2025-01-08

Ms. Wenzel was all you would want from an estate planning attorney- knowledgeable, responsive, organized, and practical. We're happy we had her as our counselor. Any question that we had regarding the impacts of the documents were answered quickly and clearly, and gave us a significant comfort level with the final product.

— Client 01/08/2025

5.0 / 5.0
2024-03-20

Sarah made a complicated set of legal documents easy to understand and complete. We feel secure in the knowledge that every possible eventuality has been covered and addressed. If you need trust advice, we would highly recommend Wenzel and Wenzel.

— Client 03/20/2024

5.0 / 5.0
2024-02-27

Sarah was friendly, well organized and well prepared for each of our meetings. She fully explained all our estate documents and organized our documents into formats that are easy for access when needed later.

— Client 02/27/2024

5.0 / 5.0
2024-02-20

Sarah prepared all of our Estate documents to be in compliance with North Carolina law. We had this done in Florida and provided those documents to her before our first meeting. We were truly impressed with how thoroughly prepared she was for our first meeting. She was completely familiar with our prior documents and had clear recommendations. Throughout the process of completing our Trusts, Wills, POAs, Living Wills, etc., Sarah explained each aspect clearly, had thoughtful recommendations for our specific needs, and helped us understand the impact of each decision. Sarah's supporting staff were also knowledgeable, efficient, friendly and responsive. We couldn't have asked for better. At the end, we were provided, not only with the documents, but clear written instructions for us and for our survivors. We feel very comfortable that our wishes will be clearly communicated and met.

— Client 02/20/2024

5.0 / 5.0
2023-11-16

It was great working with Sarah. She made sure I understood the entire process. She gave me appropriate examples that helped me make the correct decisions. She was very hands-on which made me feel confident that the end product would be precise and accurate. Thank you Sarah!

— Client 11/16/2023

5.0 / 5.0
2023-09-10

After working with Sarah rewriting my parents wills as they had moved here to be with me from New Jersey, I appreciated her competence, empathy and help. Upon their deaths, she also helped guide me on probate that I could do myself. We again chose her to rewrite our Estate Plans, which originated in Indiana, to conform with NC laws. She pointed out possible problems with original plan and thoroughly explained why they were problems. We readjusted our plan on her advice. Everything was organized in our Estate Plan book with explanations for heirs on what to do upon our deaths for us to hand to them for future use. She has a wonderful personality which made going through this process a lot more enjoyable.

— Client 09/10/2023

5.0 / 5.0
2023-04-12 05:09:10

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— Peer 04/12/2023

5.0 / 5.0
2020-09-23

Sarah prepared our estate planning documents and it was a very professional and streamlined process. She was very thorough in her communication and was responsive to our inquiries.

— Client 09/23/2020

5.0 / 5.0
2020-09-04

I truly enjoyed working with Sarah P. Wenzel. She is a true professional. She is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. I would definitely recommend her to my friends.

— Client 09/04/2020

5.0 / 5.0
2020-03-21

Excellent attention to detail, great on suggestions for improvement in estate processing, patience in listening to dumb concerns, a fine job done by Sarah. Highly recommended.

— Client 03/21/2020

5.0 / 5.0
2019-12-28

In our 60s, we recently married and Sarah prepared new Wills and POAs. A little complex with separate families and finances. Sarah explained provisions of each document, gave examples of "what would happen if.." asked poignant questions that helped us think through our intent and made certain she understood it. The finished docs were thorough and stated what the law allows so Executors and POAs have that knowledge easily available. She spent time needed and never pushed us because of time constraints.

— Client 12/28/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-12-04

Sarah went beyond our expectations, we were very pleased with her and her staffs work. She did an outstanding job for us in preparing our estate planning.

— Client 12/04/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-10-29

Sarah prepared our will documents. Very thorough and professional. Communicated the law to our fullest understanding. Very pleased with our end product.

— Client 10/29/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-10-10

Very professional, knowledgeable and easy to work with! Highly recommend!

— Client 10/10/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-09-05

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— Client 09/05/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-08-09

Sarah P. Wenzel is personable, pleasant, knowledgeable, professional, and patient. Sarah provided legal advice and great insight to help me make some tough decisions about my will. She added contingencies I had not even thought of. The prices were very fair. I highly recommend Sarah P. Wenzel and her staff for estate planning. Communications, and what was expected were very clear.

— Client 08/09/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-06-05

Sarah Wenzel and her legal assistants provided the highest quality professional legal assistance and service to my wife and me. It was a pleasure dealing with Wenzel and Wenzel. Thanks.

— Client 06/05/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-04-26

I highly recommend Sarah P. Wenzel for anyone wishing to start a complete estate planning program, but especially for those who not only wish to plan for themselves but who may have elderly family members with special needs and who need professional help in planning or amending their plans.

— Client 04/26/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-04-26

Sarah was very professional and handled all our needs and questions very well. We are very satisfied!

— Client 04/26/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-03-13

Even after one bad experience with a local attorney, we were unprepared for the thoroughness, competency, timeliness, & value displayed by Sarah and team. Our situation was one of gross revision and review of our trusts and entire estate plan and we could not be more pleased with our final product.

— Client 03/13/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2019-03-05

Sarah and staff were most helpful and showed great respect for me during the closing of my husbands estate. She was always willing to listen and make suggestions. Very professional and courteous at all times.

— Client 03/05/2019

5.0 / 5.0
2018-12-12

Sarah was very thorough and communicated with clarity, making sure the client understood the proceedings. She was thoughtful to arrange a series of appointments so that the estate planning process would not be overwhelming, leaving a couple of weeks in between for answering questions and fine tuning the documents.

— Client 12/12/2018

5.0 / 5.0
2018-08-28

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— Client 08/28/2018

5.0 / 5.0
2018-06-01

We were highly impressed with Ms. Wenzel and her staff. She is highly organized and guided us through a complicated process, making sure we understood our options at each step. The communication from her staff was excellent and we found her fees very reasonable.

— Client 06/01/2018

5.0 / 5.0
2018-03-29

Derek Wenzel and his team were great to work with. Prompt responses. Easy & fast. Made everything simple. Would definitely recommend him.

— Client 03/29/2018

5.0 / 5.0
2016-12-27

Mr. Wenzel worked on two real estate purchases for us, one, the residential purchase was a piece of cake...closed on time, no problems. the commercial property however had so many twists and turns, it was a nightmare, but Derek navigated through it all, and we were able to close the deal feeling confident in our purchase. Derek is extremely knowledgeable in all things real estate, he proved it with this one purchase alone. EXCELLENT!!! Derek will be our "go-to" person to buy any property.

— Client 12/27/2016

5.0 / 5.0
2016-12-05

Derek Wenzel is the most proficient and knowledgeable real estate attorney that I know. He truly puts the clients interest first and is a true benefit to the community. I cannot recommend him highly enough as a closing attorney, for title searches and all real estate matters. Thank you!

— Client 12/05/2016

5.0 / 5.0
2014-09-09 08:26:38

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— Peer 09/09/2014

5.0 / 5.0
2013-07-28

great

— Client 07/28/2013

5.0 / 5.0
2013-06-25

Absolutely impressed with Sarah. She is totally professional, courteous, pleasant, and informative. We have complete confidence that everything she did with respect to our Trust was done in a most exemplary fashion. Never have we sought counsel of a more impressive attorney. We would recommend her services to anyone needing only the best in the field.

— Client 06/25/2013

5.0 / 5.0
2013-04-06 08:54:27

First-rate real estate lawyer.

— Peer 04/06/2013

5.0 / 5.0
2012-04-04

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— Client 04/04/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-04-04

Sarah Wenzel is an outstanding, competent, ethical attorney held in high regard in our county, most noteworthy within the legal community. She knows well how to grasp the totality of a client's needs while, at the same time, quick to identify areas of concern and how to proceed. She was consistently available and responsive in a friendly manner that served to lessen our anxiety. We have great confidence and trust in her take charge approach and well informed advice.

— Client 04/04/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-27

She is very knowledgeable and pleasant to work with.

— Client 03/27/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-23

No description provided

— Client 03/23/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-23

No description provided

— Client 03/23/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-22

No description provided

— Client 03/22/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-22

No description provided

— Client 03/22/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-22

Pleasant, personable, thorough...highly recommend her.

— Client 03/22/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-22

Professional and personable.

— Client 03/22/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2012-03-22

Sarah is professional and knowledgeable. She also spoke at a group I'm a member of about wills and estates. I trust her judgement and would recommend her.

— Client 03/22/2012

5.0 / 5.0
2011-07-21 10:17:05

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— Peer 07/21/2011

4.8 / 5.0
2014-08-24 18:37:07

I have been an AV lawyer for close to 20 years and I believe that Ms. Wenzel warrants a similar rating.

— Peer 08/24/2014

4.6 / 5.0
2013-04-26 12:25:53

No description provided

— Peer 04/26/2013

4.2 / 5.0
2014-05-24 08:37:06

No description provided

— Peer 05/24/2014

4.0 / 5.0
2011-07-08 13:59:21

No description provided

— Peer 07/08/2011

4.0 / 5.0
2011-07-08 13:58:52

No description provided

— Peer 07/08/2011

4.0 / 5.0
2011-06-15 10:21:41

No description provided

— Peer 06/15/2011

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