At Cline Donaldson PLLC, we handle a wide range of legal matters with a focus on estate planning and real estate law.
Our approach is simple
We believe in personalized attention, listening to your unique needs, and developing tailored solutions that work best for you. We take pride in being accessible, responsive, and relatable.
Dedicated to proudly serving North Carolina with offices in Wilmington and Hampstead.
Meet our founders
Leverage our founders’ law enforcement and military backgrounds for a fresh perspective.
Founder & Partner
Scott Donaldson
Former Law Enforcement Officer
Prior to Cline Donaldson Law PLLC, Scott gained invaluable experience working for the New York City Sheriff’s Department, where he climbed the ranks from Deputy to Lieutenant.
Scott transitioned careers in 2020 when he accepted an offer to attend Campbell Law School in Raleigh, NC. Scott finished law school in 2.5 years, one semester early, while commuting from Wilmington.
Scott takes immense pride in his work ethic and character. As a father and a husband, Scott understands the importance of planning for your future. As a former law enforcement officer, Scott also understands the importance of trust in relationships.
He chose to focus on estate planning because he wanted to earn clients’ trust and assist them in giving their families the gift of a proper estate plan.
Founder & Partner
Jason Cline
Former Military Officer
Jason completed high school and undergraduate studies in Alaska before attending law school in Arkansas. Admitted to practice law in Arkansas and North Carolina, Jason’s practice is heavily focused on real estate and business development, having handled literally thousands of real estate transactions ranging from small land deals to multi-million dollar development projects.
He is admitted to practice in Middle and Eastern District Federal Courts, and is currently a member of the Federalist Society, the New Hanover County Bar Association, and the North Carolina Bar Association.
Before practicing law, Jason served as a Senior Adviser to Arkansas Secretary of State Mark Martin. In addition to his legal career, he is a Captain currently serves as a Company Commander with a mechanized infantry company in the North Carolina Army National Guard, bringing leadership and discipline to both military and legal arenas. Outside of work, he enjoys running, CrossFit, and is a certified yoga instructor.
Jason lives in Wilmington, with his wife Janelle and their three children—Luke, Alice, and Lincoln.
Why Choose Us?
At Cline Donaldson PLLC we understand that your trust is earned.
Our client-centered approach strives to alleviate your stress by providing frequent updates while working tirelessly to accomplish your goals.
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