About Us
Introducing Culp Elliott & Carpenter
Culp Elliott & Carpenter LLC was founded in 1982 with the philosophy that successful individuals, entrepreneurs, business owners and their families require innovative tax, legal and financial solutions.
We help our clients achieve their most important business and personal goals by providing innovative and effective tax, legal and financial representation. We constantly seek new ways to provide our services in the most efficient and effective manner to fit our clients’ needs.
Our goal is to be one of the most respected tax, legal and financial firms in the Southeast for successful individuals, business owners, professionals and their families.
Our culture of innovation and efficiency allows us to attract highly skilled, self-motivated professionals. We deliver our services through thoughtfully trained client service teams and equip our professionals with state-of-the-art technological tools.
Our team of attorneys, Certified Public Accountants and tax experts:
- Represent clients in the areas of tax, estate planning, real estate, commercial transactions and finance
- Help clients minimize taxes in their business and personal matters
- Help clients structure ownership of their assets and business entities in a way that preserves and protects their wealth
- Help clients find simple, effective solutions to complex problems
Our goal is to develop a lifelong relationship with our clients as their most trusted advisor, striving to add value to their companies and their lives.
Promoting Diversity
Culp Elliott & Carpenter believes that diversity of thought and people creates a vibrant and inclusive work environment. We recruit, develop and retain highly talented individuals from different backgrounds who are committed to our core value of attaining personal achievement while working for the common good of our clients, community and firm. Through their diverse backgrounds, our attorneys and staff bring a depth of experience, integrity and excellence that is the foundation of our success.
Community Engagement
Culp Elliott & Carpenter is committed to being a dedicated and involved corporate citizen of the community. Our attorneys are members of professional and non-profit organizations, providing services for the benefit and enrichment of all. Through engagement in local events, pro bono work and outreach activities, professionals at Culp Elliott & Carpenter work for the common good of the community and its citizens.
Representative Clients
Culp Elliott & Carpenter LLC represents a substantial number of high-net-worth individuals and families, entrepreneurs, closely held and middle-market businesses, family offices, private foundations, trusts and estates. The Firm honors and values the privacy and confidentiality of its clients.
Industries we serve
- Commercial and Residential Real Estate Developers
- Passive Real Estate Investors
- Commercial Real Estate Brokers
- Construction Companies
- Wholesale Distributors
- Manufacturing Companies
- National Restaurant Franchisees
- Large Family Businesses
- Restaurant Entrepreneurs
- Multi-Level Marketing Entrepreneurs
- Family Offices
- Private Client Services for High-Net-Worth Individuals
- Private Foundations
- Motorsports Owners and Drivers
- Financial Services Companies
- Textile Companies
- Automobile Dealerships
- Health Care Data Processing
- Technology Companies
- Trucking Companies
- Medical Equipment Manufacturers
Client Testimonials
“Culp Elliott & Carpenter successfully represented us nationwide in negotiating and closing key acquisitions within our industry. The firm has a unique combination of tax, capital markets, M&A and estate planning expertise.”
Verl O. Purdy, CEO, Cadrillion, LLC
“Thank you for your effective representation during our transaction and for helping us achieve our estate planning and business objectives.”
Don R. Monteith, Former CEO, Creative Staffing Corporation
“Culp Elliott & Carpenter does an excellent job structuring transactions for us on both the buy and sell sides to meet our business and tax goals.”
Richard K. Craig, Pre sident, A.B. Carter, Inc.
“Culp Elliott & Carpenter has played a key role in our acquisitions and other private equity matters. Furthermore, the firm provides ongoing counsel on operations and has been invaluable in addressing my personal wealth preservation objectives. The firm is uniquely equipped to address a variety of corporate and tax matters and does so with professionalism, integrity and attention to detail.”