Office Staff 

Caroline Wilkie, Firm Administrator & Office Manager

Caroline is the firm’s administrator and office manager. Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Caroline has lived in France, Switzerland and Egypt. Caroline graduated from Central Piedmont College in North Carolina and attended Lycee Lebrun in Normandy, France. While living in Egypt, Caroline held executive management responsibilities at the Sharm el-Sheikh Crown Plaza Resort and supervised contract administration for the National Library in Alexandria. Caroline, a dialysis patient since 2011, is heavily involved with research, patient advocacy, and volunteer work for many renal focused organizations including the National Kidney Foundation, Kidney Health Initiative, National Institute of Health, and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. 

 Kristen Harris, Estate Planning Paralegal

As our estate planning paralegal, Kristen plays a vital role in assisting our attorneys with estate planning matters. Originally from Rome, Georgia, Kristen made her way to Charlotte County and now resides in Port Charlotte with her beloved pets. With over 20 years of experience in the legal field, she has a strong background in estate planning and real estate, including her work as a real estate closer. In her free time, Kristen enjoys relaxing by the pool, snacking, thrift shopping, and spending time with pets - her dogs, Boo and Roo, and her cat, Goo.

Kimberly Dutton, Probate Legal Assistant

As our legal assistant, Kim assists our attorneys with probate and trust administration. Originally from upstate New York, Kim found her way to Charlotte County where she raised her three children and has called home for over 40 years. Kim has over 30 years’ experience in the legal field assisting primarily with estate planning, probate, real estate, and bankruptcy. Kim enjoys cooking and spending time with her family and her four dogs, Tucker, Ella, Rocket and Gracie.

Taylor Cox, Administrative Assistant

Taylor is an administrative assistant in our back office, assisting our team with estate planning and probate and trust administration files. Originally from Maryland, Taylor moved to Southwest Florida with her husband to enjoy the warm weather and proximity to her favorite beaches. Prior to joining the firm, Taylor studied Health Administration and Public Policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, and worked at a personal injury law firm. Taylor is an animal lover and shares her home with two cherished cats, Kern Dawg and Paschii.