Christie McDonnell
MCDONNELL AND ASSOCIATES
https://www.counseledbychristie.com/
Areas of Focus: Life and Legacy Planning, Kids Protection Planning
Licensed States: South Carolina
What to expect from Christie McDonnell
- A 15 - minute introductory call to understand your goals and needs
- 2 - Hour Working Family Wealth Planning Session: A comprehensive look at your current family dynamics and your assets, including a comprehensive inventory of everything you have so none of it is ever lost.
- Education on how the law impacts your family and assets, focused specifically on your County, State and Country of residence.
- A transparent discussion of your options to care for what matters most to you, no matter what happens Planning options that work for you and the people you love. Relational, compassionate counsel to help you make "eyes wide open" choices for yourself and the people you love.
- A clear plan (not just documents) for how your assets and those you love will be taken care of, throughout every stage of life, and in the event of your incapacity or death.
About Christie McDonnell
Hi, I’m Christie—mom, sister, attorney, and passionate advocate for everyday families and individuals. I help people create practical, personalized estate plans that protect what matters most—whether that’s children, aging parents, special needs beneficiaries, or simply your own peace of mind.
Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy or those nearing retirement. It’s for anyone who wants to stay in control of their future, protect their loved ones, and make sure their wishes are honored, no matter what life brings. That includes single professionals, business owners, parents of young children, blended families, and people navigating tough “what if” questions.
As a mom and one of five siblings, I understand how personal and emotional these decisions can be. I also know that life can change in an instant. Estate planning is how we prepare for the unexpected, things like temporary incapacity, medical emergencies, or making sure the right people are in charge if something happens.
It’s not just about having a will. It’s about having a voice. It’s about making sure you get to decide what happens, not the state, not a court. My goal is to walk you through a clear, thoughtful approach that replaces stress and confusion with confidence, clarity, and peace of mind.
We include emergency plans for your children, your business, and your personal affairs so that when life gets hard, you’re already prepared. When you work with me, we don’t just prepare documents. We create a customized, comprehensive plan of action that reflects your values and protects your people. It’s one of the most loving and worthy things you can do for your family, yourself, and your legacy.
I focus on education and empowerment, so you understand your options and feel confident every step of the way. This isn’t a one-time transaction, it’s the start of a trusted relationship built on compassion, clarity, and care for the things that matter most to you.
THE PERSONAL FAMILY LAWYER PROMISE
What makes PFL lawyers different?
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How you hire us.
We begin with a comprehensive inventory of everything you own, and everyone you love, and consider it all in a working meeting, called a Family Wealth Planning Session, to guide you to clarify your financial life and legacy goals before we draft a single document.
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How we plan.
We work with you throughout every life stage to map out the most likely scenarios for you and the people you love, planning for each as your life, the law, and your assets change over time.
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What we protect.
Our Life & Legacy Planning process ensures everything that matters most -- from your financial assets to your values, insights, stories and experience -- are captured and documented during your life and cared for over the generations to come.
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What you see.
Transparency in our process, and our fees … all of which are flat fees, agreed to in advance, based on your choices and with no surprises, ensuring we stay on the same side of the table - supporting you to make a lifetime of great decisions - every step of the way.
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How we deliver.
Our systems help you get clear and organized, overcoming the exact issues that keep most estate plans from actually working when they are needed most. We help you leave your family with a gift of love, and not a mess.
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How our plans work.
One-and-done estate plans focused only on money are a recipe for a big mess. We help you throughout every stage of life and be there for the people you love, when you can’t be.
Contact Christie McDonnell
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