About Larry J.
Larry J. Ford is an attorney based in Hayesville, North Carolina, with more than four decades of experience in the legal field. He has been a member of the North Carolina State Bar since 1976 and joined the Georgia State Bar in 2016. His extensive practice areas include business law, estate planning, probate, real estate law, tax law, and elder law. This diverse expertise allows him to provide comprehensive legal services to business owners, families, individuals, and retirees throughout the region. In 1991, Mr.
Ford established his private practice in Hayesville, North Carolina, where he has since built a reputation for excellence. His legal services cover many topics—asset protection planning, business planning, corporations, charitable trusts, estate planning, and federal tax planning are just a few. He also specializes in family limited partnerships, limited liability companies, living trusts, Medicaid planning, real estate transactions, and the drafting of wills and estates. This broad skill set enables him to address the needs of each client, ensuring they receive tailored legal solutions. Before founding his practice, Mr. Ford served as Vice-President and Legal Counsel at two title insurance companies.
His role in these companies allowed him to gain valuable insights into real estate transactions and the details of title law. Additionally, he worked as a Development Manager with real estate development firms in Charlotte, North Carolina. These experiences provided him with a solid foundation in both legal and business aspects of real estate, enhancing his ability to serve clients effectively. Mr. Ford earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of North Carolina School of Law in Chapel Hill. During his time at UNC, he was honored with the Albert Ellis Fellowship for all three years of law school, evidence of his dedication and academic prowess.
Prior to law school, he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Western Carolina University. This educational background gave him the analytical skills necessary for navigating complex legal issues. Currently, Mr. Ford practices at 46 Church Street, Suite 22, PO Box 750, Hayesville, NC 28904 — He can be reached by phone at (828) 389-3726 and by fax at (866) 837-4526. As a member of both the North Carolina State Bar and the Georgia State Bar, he is well-positioned to assist clients across state lines. His commitment to providing high-quality legal services has made him a trusted resource in his community.
