Katzenstein and Lorance is a law firm focusing on personal injury, family law, traffic and criminal matters, and wills. The firm does not represent insurance companies or major corporations, but concentrates instead on representation of the individual in disputes with the State, corporations, insurance companies and other individuals.
We are located in the heart of downtown Gastonia, N.C. While we primarily take cases in Gaston County, on occasion we will accept cases in surrounding communities. Since being founded in 1990 by its two partners, Charles J. Katzenstein, Jr. and R. Dennis Lorance, the firm has handled thousands of cases.
We are located in the heart of downtown Gastonia, N.C. While we primarily take cases in Gaston County, on occasion we will accept cases in surrounding communities. Since being founded in 1990 by its two partners, Charles J. Katzenstein, Jr. and R. Dennis Lorance, the firm has handled thousands of cases.
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Charles Katzenstein practices in the areas of Personal Injury and Wrongful Death, Estates and Estate-related Claims, Wills and Powers of Attorney, and Collections. He brings to the firm strong negotiating skills and a genuine warmth and sense of humor that soon converts his clients into his friends.
Mr. Lorance received his law degree from the University of North Carolina in 1978 and has been practicing ever since in Gaston County in the areas of domestic matters, personal injury, general litigation matters, and traffic matters. He is an accomplished attorney in and out of court and has been recognized on numerous occasions for his distinguished work.
Ashley Lorance is an associate attorney who has been practicing in the areas of family law, personal injury, traffic and wills since joining the firm in 2010. She graduated cum laude from Hofstra University School of Law in 2010 with concentrations in Family Law and Civil Litigation.
While in law school, Ms. Lorance was a member of the Hofstra Law Review, received awards for her pro bono leadership and public service, and provided research for the drafting of the Uniform Collaborative Law Act.She also served as an extern for U.S. District Court Judge Dora Irizarry in the Eastern District of New York.
While in law school, Ms. Lorance was a member of the Hofstra Law Review, received awards for her pro bono leadership and public service, and provided research for the drafting of the Uniform Collaborative Law Act.She also served as an extern for U.S. District Court Judge Dora Irizarry in the Eastern District of New York.
Ashley Lowrance [sic] was hired through legal aid. I have had my fair share of experiences with lawyers and she by far was the kindest most considerate one of them all. She NEVER treated me any different than her other clients because of my inability to pay her. She handled the entire case that way.
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Ahmed Elgowainy
Dec 19, 2021
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I needed legal representation for a traffic citation. Katzenstein & Lorance was a friend's recommendation and what a great one it was. From the first contact to resolution of the case it was a pleasant experience.
The professionalism, responsiveness and continous case updates were just some of the things that I liked about Ashly, she is an Attorney / NCDRC Certified Mediator – Family Financial and Board Certified Specialist in Family Law.
If you happen to need legal help, Katzenstein & Lorance is your ticket to get the best possible outcome for your case.
The professionalism, responsiveness and continous case updates were just some of the things that I liked about Ashly, she is an Attorney / NCDRC Certified Mediator – Family Financial and Board Certified Specialist in Family Law.
If you happen to need legal help, Katzenstein & Lorance is your ticket to get the best possible outcome for your case.
Sydne Brown
Nov 24, 2021
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Jaime M.
Nov 13, 2021
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Brittany Lynn
Oct 29, 2021
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Brittany Moss
Oct 22, 2021
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We hired Mrs. Lorance for our private adoption and she was exceptional. She is knowledgeable about private adoptions and responds quickly with any and all questions. Her staff is equally as efficient and respond immediately. If you find yourself needing an attorney for adoption or any of the other wonderful services she offers, look no further. Highly recommend. Thanks for everything!
Niesha Tate
Oct 17, 2021
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Wendy Jones
Oct 06, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Ashley Lorance is great. She keeps you updated with what's going on. She is knowledgeable when it comes to child custody I got her to be my attorney in 2018 and then again this year. She really goes above and beyond helping her clients. Thank you so much for everything and getting things done for me.
Ashley Lorance is great. She keeps you updated with what's going on. She is knowledgeable when it comes to child custody I got her to be my attorney in 2018 and then again this year. She really goes above and beyond helping her clients. Thank you so much for everything and getting things done for me.
Wendy Marie
Sep 15, 2021
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Brandy Capps
Aug 24, 2021
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Brendan Loring
Jul 26, 2021
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John Tyler Barnes
Jul 24, 2021
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Britnie Campbell
Apr 17, 2021
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Ashley Lorance represented me while I was filing for a 50 B and custody of my children. I had no idea what I was doing or what I was going to do. She guided me through the whole process and helped me pick up the pieces of my life. I highly recommend her. Had it not been for Mrs Lorance I don't know where my children and I would be today. She's absolutely the best family attorney in town.
William Kennedy
Feb 14, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Ashley Lorance is quite unique in the world of lawyers. She actually cares about her clients and it shows in everything she does. I must also say that her staff is warm, friendly and fun to work with. Ashley is a lawyer with a heart. She is the best and most down to earth attorney I have worked with in my entire life.
Ashley Lorance is quite unique in the world of lawyers. She actually cares about her clients and it shows in everything she does. I must also say that her staff is warm, friendly and fun to work with. Ashley is a lawyer with a heart. She is the best and most down to earth attorney I have worked with in my entire life.
