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Mikaela Brown

Attorney

Mikaela Brown counsels entrepreneurs, founders, and closely held family businesses on navigating complex tax and estate planning considerations to support long-term growth and wealth preservation. She works closely with clients to develop practical, forward-looking strategies that align business objectives with personal and multigenerational goals.

Her practice focuses on trusts and estates, business succession planning, and business planning, with an emphasis on structuring efficient solutions for ownership transitions and continuity. Mikaela helps clients design and implement estate plans that reflect their priorities while addressing tax implications and administrative considerations. She also advises on taxation matters, including income, gift, and estate tax planning, helping clients evaluate opportunities to enhance tax efficiency.

In addition, Mikaela represents tax-exempt organizations on matters related to formation, governance, and compliance. She collaborates with nonprofit leaders to establish strong legal and operational foundations that support their missions while maintaining regulatory alignment.

Mikaela also works with high-net-worth individuals and families on family office structuring. In this capacity, she assists clients in organizing governance frameworks and planning structures that integrate investment management, legacy planning, and philanthropic objectives. Her approach emphasizes coordination among legal, financial, and tax advisors to create cohesive, adaptable solutions.

Drawing on her background in tax consulting, Mikaela brings experience advising on complex matters, including cross-border transactions and strategic tax planning. She takes pride in delivering thoughtful, detail-oriented guidance and working collaboratively with clients and their advisors to address evolving needs clearly and efficiently.

    Education

    • University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law (LL.M.)
      • Taxation
    • Liberty University School of Law (J.D.)
    • Liberty University (B.S., magna cum laude)

    State Bar Admissions

    • North Carolina
    • Texas

    Court Admissions

    • United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina
    • North Carolina Supreme Court

    Professional Affiliations

    • Mecklenburg Bar Association, Chair of the Communications Committee

Firm Highlights

  • Podcasts
    Medicare May Already Cover the Care Advocate You Didn’t Know You Had
      What if one of the most valuable resources for family caregivers was already covered by Medicare? Before you assume you can't afford a care manager, listen to this episode. In this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, Candace Dellacona sits down with Connor Sweeney, founder of Baba, a groundbreaking care advocacy platform that's helping family caregivers navigate one of the most overwhelming parts of caregiving—and for many Medicare and Medicare Advantage beneficiaries, the service is available at little to no cost. Inspired by his own family's experience after his grandmother suffered a stroke, Connor created Baba to give caregivers something they rarely have: a knowledgeable guide in their corner. Imagine having an expert who can: Coordinate medical care Help appeal insurance denials Connect you with specialists and community resources Arrange transportation Navigate Medicare and Medicaid benefits Reduce the endless administrative burden that leaves so many caregivers exhausted If you've ever thought, "I wish I could afford a geriatric care manager," this episode may completely change what's possible. Whether you're caring for an aging parent, a spouse with a chronic illness, or another loved one, you'll discover that help may be far more accessible than you realized—and that asking for support before a crisis can make all the difference. This conversation is filled with practical advice, hope, and one resource every caregiver should know about. To learn more about Baba, visit https://www.callbaba.com/ Follow Baba on social media: Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/company/callbaba/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/baba.helps Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577179311253