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What matters to me is how I can help, and I start helping by focusing on my client's vision of success. I love working directly with people on issues most important to them - whether those are their family, loved ones, hard-earned assets and property, their business, or otherwise. Serving my clients allows me to make a difference in their lives, and that is the ultimate reward of my work in this profession. On any given day I get to assist in guiding clients through some of life's most troubling times and through some of life's most exciting new chapters. My goal in doing so is to facilitate the best possible resolution, while minimizing the tension and stress the legal process can sometimes bring with it. While no attorney can guarantee any specific resolution, I can assure my clients of the following: I will always listen with compassion, as I recognize how legal issues may interupt and even alter the lives of those involved; I will consistently and faithfully advocate for my client's position, and do all that I can to facilitate a resolution without undue emotional stress or unnecessary tactics; and, I will provide professional, competent and comprehensive services to each client, from beginning to end. I have called North Carolina home all my life.  Raised in Asheboro, I attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I studied journalism and received my Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. My passion to help others in tough circumstances drove me straight from college to law school, and I earned my law degree from Charlotte School of Law. I practice predominantly in Mecklenburg County and the surrounding areas. I focus my practice on guardianships, estate planning, estate administration, litigation, business formation, contract drafting and family law. Primarily on the litigation side, I handle cases involving incompetency, guardian of the person, guardian of the estate, separation, divorce, equitable distribution, alimony and post-separation support, child custody, child support, misdemeanors, traffic-related matters, and some civil litigation. I am committed to achieving my clients' goals outside of the courtroom as well. I handle various non-litigation matters, including tailoring and drafting estate plans (wills, trusts, power of attorney), probate matters, uncontested divorces, drafting separation agreements, business formations, and various contract review and drafting.

Tim Graham is a family law attorney whose practice focuses on all aspects of domestic cases, specifically equitable distribution, child custody, child support, and alimony. The majority of his practice involves litigation; however, he strives to resolve cases without the need for court. Tim is the author of “The Contingent Fee in Domestic Relations Cases – Thompson v. Thompson,” 7 Campbell Law Review 437, Summer 1985.

Throughout his 28 year legal career, Chris’s passion has been to provide each of his clients with effective, aggressive and personalized legal representation. Chris brings a vast array of legal knowledge and experience to each and every case he handles, including  motor vehicle accidents, medical negligence, nursing home neglect, catastrophic injuries (severe burns, brain and spinal injuries, etc.), construction accidents,  workers’ compensation and wrongful death.. Chris’ extensive and diverse work history in the legal field provides him with a unique perspective on how to successfully litigation cases against large corporations and insurance companies to obtain maximum compensation for victims of negligence. Chris moved to Charlotte in 1987 and began his legal career at Parker, Poe, Adams & Bernstein, LLP, one of the state’s largest law firms, defending companies in litigation matters in both state and federal courts. In 1993, he accepted a position as in-house counsel at First Union Corporation (now Wells Fargo), handling complex litigation cases across the country. As Vice-President and Assistant General Counsel of First Union, Chris was also responsible for overseeing and defending the personal injury and risk management cases against the company.. In 1997, Chris joined with his law partner Jeff Warren to form Warren & Kallianos, a personal injury law firm exclusively focused on protecting the rights of those injured by the negligence of others. His skill, reputation and accomplishments as a trial attorney have been recognized by numerous state and national legal organizations and associations.. In addition to practicing law, Chris believes in public service and the need to support organizations that protect access to justice and the right to a jury trial. Chris has served on the Board of Governors for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ), an organization dedicated to protecting the legal rights of those injured by the negligence of others, as County Captain of the NCAJ, and as a member of the Mecklenburg County Bar Fee Dispute Committee and Public Information and Education Committee. For six years, Chris also served as a Commissioner and Mayor-Pro-Tem on the Matthews Town Council.. Chris is a lifelong native of North Carolina, having been born and raised in Durham, North Carolina. Chris attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) where he studied psychology and business.  He received his undergraduate degree and was awarded Phi Beta Kappa from UNC in 1984.  He also attended law school at UNC where he received his law degree with honors in 1987.  While in law school, Chris served as a member of the North Carolina Law Review and was appointed to the Board of Editors of the North Carolina Law Review.  Chris is a published author on topics ranging from bad faith insurance practices to medical negligence. He is admitted to practice in all North Carolina federal and state courts, the United States Court of Federal Claims, and is a Certified North Carolina Superior Court Mediator.. Chris has an active life outside of the practice of law. He has three wonderful daughters who are all married. He is a proud grandfather of three and enjoys spending as much time with his family as possible. Chris is an avid golfer and tennis player, having competed in various golf and tennis events throughout Charlotte.

Some of the biggest wins happen outside of the courtroom. I’m a firm believer in negotiation and compromise. Many cases can be resolved without lengthy and contentious litigation. But not always. Whether your matter can be resolved amicably or requires lengthy courtroom time, I will be right by your side fighting for you all the way.. I went to law school because I love helping people. I attended Campbell University School of Law and after graduation I volunteered with Legal Aid helping domestic violence victims get orders of protection. I started my legal career practicing family law in a small firm. I was an Assistant Public Defender for over five years where I represented people who were charged with crimes. You could say I’m more than comfortable in a courtroom. I spent a few years in Corporate America, but my real passion is helping people and helping families, which is what brought me back to family law.. To me, there is nothing more important than family. Your family is unique and special, but if you have come to see me something has gone wrong and your family is likely in crisis. Your story deserves individualized attention. I will listen to you with compassion and help you understand what your choices are. Together we will figure out what a win means to you.. EDUCATION. MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS

Since 1992, Jeff Warren has aggressively represented North Carolinians who have sustained severe and significant injuries whether in the workplace, at a hospital or nursing home, or on the highway.  Jeff has obtained favorable verdicts and settlements on behalf of his clients in a wide variety of cases including negligent highway design, inadequate security and delayed cancer diagnosis.. Jeff  has served on the Board of Governors for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, an organization that, like him, is dedicated to protecting the legal rights of those injured by negligence of others. He also serves on the Advocates for Justice's Political Action Committee and is a charter member of its President's Club and Leader's Forum.  He is quoted frequently in North Carolina legal publications on various legal issues, and has appeared frequently on Charlotte-area television and radio stations, providing legal advice to listeners and viewers on such subjects as medical negligence and workers' compensation.. Jeff has been rated as a Super Lawyer and the Top 100 Trial Lawyers of the National Trial Lawyers since 2011

Selected as an Expertise 2022 Best Child Support Lawyer in Charlotte, Melissa Clark-Ford is a Family Law Attorney with over 13 years experience helping her clients reach their legal goals in custody, child support and divorce matters. She studied business and finance at the prestigious University of Hong Kong and holds a law degree with Deans Honors from Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana. Although she is most at home in the courtroom, Melissa enjoys spending time helping others in her community through volunteering. In 2010, she was recognized by the National Association for Professional Women for excellence. She also received six consecutive Pro Bono service awards for her dedication to helping those in need with legal services.

Rob Heroy solves problems. Big problems. He believes that standing up to the Government provides his clients with the best possible results. He is aggressive and has significant trial experience in state and federal court. He left a prominent Charlotte law firm to join Goodman Carr as a partner in January of 2012. Prior to that, he served as an assistant district attorney in the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office.. Rob represents clients in criminal matters in state and federal courts. He handles high-stakes criminal matters such as white collar criminal charges and investigations, often involving millions or billions of dollars, large-scale drug trafficking conspiracies, weapons violations, serious assaults, and homicides. He has tried dozens of jury trials and does not shy away from trying a case if it is necessary.. His work also frequently involves representing individuals and companies who are the subject of investigations who want to know their legal options and whether steps can be taken early on to protect themselves. In many cases, he has kept his clients from being charged, and their names from ever seeing a news reel.. His cases have been prominently featured in media including the New York Times, the BBC, L.A. Times, MSNBC, CNN, the Charlotte Observer, and others. He was recently recognized in a novel by a nationally recognized journalist for his assistance in contributing to the knowledge of prosecution of organized crime in the Charlotte area. He has represented international kingpins and provided commentary to the BBC for the El Chapo trial and Mexican politican Genaro Luna, as well as the New York Times.. He is experienced in state and federal criminal appeals, and in post-conviction relief. He has had success overturning decades-long sentences for clients. For example, he obtained reversal of a client’s 35-year sentence based on insufficient evidence of the client’s knowledge of criminal wrongdoing from the N.C Court of Appeals. In 2019, he obtained reversal of a synthetic drug conspiracy conviction based on improper venue. In 2018, he overturned a 50-year murder sentence based on the ineffective assistance of the client’s trial lawyer, and overturned another conviction on direct appeal where the client had not been properly advised of his rights to counsel. He obtained a 100-month sentence reduction on remand for another State client, and obtained a remand for resentencing from the Fourth Circuit for a 2-year reduction for another client. (read more). He has scores of other victories where cases have been overturned on appeal or when challenged in post-conviction proceedings.. He has a number of other exciting appellate challenges working their way through the courts including a habeas corpus challenge to the immigration detention policies in North Carolina, where the ACLU and Just Futures have joined the litigation, as well as a First Amendment challenge to our jury intimidation statute in which renowned legal blogger Eugene Volokh is arguing with Mr. Heroy. The last case involves the defense of an attorney where Rob is challenging her conviction based on arbitrary enforcement by federal law enforcement. In this case and dozens of other cases, he is the lawyer that lawyers call when they need assistance, either with criminal charges or investigations or with disciplinary proceedings.. Rob also litigates immigration matters in federal district court and federal courts of appeal. In some cases, he has obtained court orders compelling immigration to grant relief to individuals or release them from detention, and in others he has obtained relief by appealing arbitrary immigration decisions to the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. He has presented at continuing legal educations seminars before other attorneys on the subject of immigration law and has been accepted as an expert witness in the area of immigration law in North Carolina Superior Court.Business North Carolina Magazine selected Rob to the Legal Elite every year since 2010, an award in which Business North Carolina polls attorneys to vote for the top 3 percent of attorneys in their field. North Carolina Super Lawyers has recognized him on multiple occasions as a Rising Star in criminal defense. Martindale Hubbell has rated him as an AV Preeminent lawyer, their highest rating for legal ability. Martindale also lists him as having a 4.9 out of 5.0 client rating. He has a 10 out of 10 attorney rating on . He was selected to the Mecklenburg County Bar Leadership Institute in 2011.. Rob is the president of the Mecklenburg Country Criminal Defense Bar. He is on the Board of Directors for the Mecklenburg County Bar Foundation and an executive committee member. He previously taught advanced criminal law at the Charlotte School of Law. He also puts on the annual criminal law CLE for the North Carolina Bar Association. He has received pro bono awards and recognition over the last several years.. Outside of the law, he was a finalist in the 2010 World Series of Poker. He is married to Katie Heroy, and they have three little boys, Linus, Arthur, and Leo and love spending time in the North Carolina mountains. He is also the founding member of The Adventure Club, which explores the world and whose members are limited to Rob, Katie, Linus, Arthur, and Leo.

Over 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney in the State of North Carolina, handling matters, including but not limited to criminal misdemeanors and felonies, traffic offenses, divorce, child custody, support and visitation, post-separation support, alimony, property distribution, domestic violence and wills. I have successfully handled cases in over 35 counties in the State of North Carolina and my experience is matched by the attentiveness and level of importance that I attach to all of my client's matters.  Let my firm make your case a priority! Call today:

Originally from the Midwest, I came south to escape the cold and to pursue my life's path of helping others. Helping those around me recognize, claim, and use their voice - that is what I have spent my adult life doing - first as a counselor, and now as an attorney.. For years, I saw how the law seemed out of reach and completely foreign to many in our communities. I am here to make the law approachable, useful, and to ensure my client's voice is always heard.. "Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth." - Shirley Chisholm

Nancy Walker is currently Of Counsel with the law firm of Tin Fulton Walker & Owen, PLLC in Charlotte, NC. She is certified as a Superior Court Mediator. Prior to her mediation practice, she was a skilled litigator with over 25 years of experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts. Ms. Walker’s practice areas included personal injury litigation, insurance coverage disputes, business litigation and criminal defense. Ms. Walker has successfully tried over 100 jury trials in courts throughout North Carolina and has argued cases in appellate court. She also has negotiated numerous large settlements for clients before having to proceed to court. She has been recognized by her peers as a “Legal Elite” by Business North Carolina and has served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Mecklenburg County Bar.. Ms. Walker is a graduate of Wake Forest University and Wake Forest University School of Law. While in law school, Ms. Walker was a member of the Wake Forest Law Review, serving as its Business Editor in 1987-1988. She was also elected by her classmates to serve on the Law School Honor Council. Since her graduation in 1988, Ms. Walker has been admitted to practice in North Carolina State Courts, U.S. District Courts of North Carolina for the Western, Middle and Eastern Districts and in the U. S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.

My name is Phil Gibbons and I limit my law practice to employment law and long term disability claims on behalf of employees.  I have practiced employment law since 1996 and I am recognized by AVVO, Martindale Hubble, Best Lawyers in America, and Super Lawyers as a highly rated attorney. My office is located in Charlotte, NC and my law firm represents employees throughout the state North Carolina.. The one thing you should know about me is that I am a cancer survivor.  In 2010 I was diagnosed with Stage III Hodgkin's Lymphoma.  I endured 6 months of chemotherapy and overcame many challenges before being told I was "cancer free."  I not only understand how a life-changing event can impact employment, I have lived it.  Whether you are fighting for your life or your livelihood, you want the help of professionals who have the experience and knowledge to help you.. I firmly believe that before you hire an attorney or file a claim, you should learn as much as you can about the law, the legal process, and how to choose the best lawyer for your case.. If you are having issues with your employer, you can download the following free eBook, which may help you avoid harming your claim:. 7 Biggest Mistakes That Can Destroy Your North Carolina Employment Law Claim. Thanks for taking the time to learn a little about me and my law practice.

Ms. Smith focuses her practice on family law including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and other family law matters. Since 2007, she has been practicing family and domestic law exclusively in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties. In 2011, Ms. Smith completed an eight-day trial school program through the American Bar Association Family Law Section.  Since 2013, Tonya has remained a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law.  In 2015, she completed a two-day training for Collaborative Law Practice and is a member of the Charlotte Collaborative Divorce Professionals.. Ms. Smith believes families are the most important part of an individual’s life. Family relationships - good or bad, easy or difficult - help to shape one’s life and the lives of the other very important people that surround him/her. Ms. Smith believes her clients have a right and duty to protect and provide for their family. In order to protect the family and make children the number one priority, one must first have control over family finances and be able to provide for himself/herself.. The decisions clients face in family law situations regarding family and finances are of upmost importance and should not be made without competent guidance from an attorney after reviewing the personal circumstances from all angles. Ms. Smith strives to have the highest quality working relationship with her clients so that her client are informed, educated, and confident in their decisions on how to address their family law matters.. Ms. Smith's role as an attorney is to help her clients navigate through litigation or settlement proceedings strategically and efficiently. When presenting a client’s case she ensures her client’s goals are highly emphasized throughout the process. To achieve the best possible outcome, Ms. Smith believes she and her clients must work together to be creative, employ logical solutions, and use all the tools available through the settlement or litigation proceedings.. Ms. Smith grew up in East Tennessee outside of Knoxville. She attended West Virginia University where she earned her Bachelors of Arts Degree in Political Science and graduated from the Honors College. After college, she spent a year working as a consultant for Delta Gamma Fraternity which had her work all over the United States and in Canada. Ms. Smith then attended law school at Texas Tech University School of Law where she was selected in her third year of law school to participate in the Civil Legal Assistance Clinic where she was the lead attorney on a variety of civil cases including many family law matters.. Upon graduation from Texas Tech Law and passing the North Carolina Bar Exam, Ms. Smith relocated to Charlotte and began her practice of law. She focused her practice on family law and domestic matters first with Hatcher Law Group, P.C. She then opened the Charlotte office of the national family law firm Cordell Law, LLP. Ms. Smith now brings her unique skills and compassion for her clients through her years of experience. She finds her work and relationships with clients most rewarding as she is able to help clients achieve their goals, protect their families, and allow them to financially provide for their families and themselves.

Mr. McCleary joined Dozier Miller Law Group after spending five years at a firm serving the Piedmont and Triad areas in North Carolina. He currently practices in Dozier Miller's  family law department, focusing his practice on issues surrounding divorce, separation, and child custody. Prior to being admitted to the North Carolina Bar, David spent two years in Duquesne University School of Law Federal Civil Litigation Clinic and Bill of Rights Clinics. He was also selected for a public interest fellowship with the Allegheny County Solicitor’s Office and Family Law Court. Mr. McCleary has experience in both Federal and State Courts.. Mr. McCleary graduated with honors with a B.A. in History and a B.A. in Political Science from The University of Pittsburgh. He attended law school at Duquesne University School of Law in Pittsburgh, PA. While attending Duquesne Law, Mr. McCleary was awarded Outstanding Oral Argument during his first year and Certificates of Distinction in Clinical Work for the Federal Civil Litigation and Bill of Rights Clinics. David is an active member of the Mecklenburg County Bar Association and currently serves as Co-Chair of the Family Law Section of the Bar. Mr. McCleary currently serves on the Charlotte Civil Service board after being appointed by Charlotte City Council in 2018. The Civil Service Board evaluates and potentially approves applicants for employment, promotions and demotions recommended by the Chiefs of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police and Charlotte Fire Depatments.

Michael Chandler, Esq., is a seasoned Charlotte personal injury attorney and founding partner of Chandler Volta Personal Injury Lawyers. With over two decades of legal experience, Mr. Chandler has dedicated his career to representing individuals and families who have suffered catastrophic injuries or wrongful death due to negligence, carelessness, or recklessness.Early in his career, Mr. Chandler represented corporations and insurance companies, serving as lead counsel in numerous jury trials and arguing cases before the North Carolina Court of Appeals. This invaluable experience provided him with an insider's understanding of the strategies used to minimize claims. He now uses this knowledge to advocate for injury victims, fighting tirelessly to secure fair compensation for his clients.Mr. Chandler handles a wide range of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, premises liability, and dog attacks. His dedication to his clients’ success has earned him membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and recognition as a North Carolina Super Lawyer (2017–2023). In 2020, North Carolina Business Magazine named him to its Legal Elite for general litigation, and his cases have been featured in North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.Mr. Chandler earned his Bachelor of Science in Economics and Business Administration from Elon College and his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University. He is a proud member of the North Carolina Bar, Mecklenburg County Bar, and North Carolina Advocates for Justice.If you are looking for a dedicated, experienced attorney, contact Michael Chandler at Chandler Volta Personal Injury Lawyers for a free consultation today.

Matt Myers is a life-long North Carolinian. He currently lives with his wife, Allison and son, Robert in Charlotte. When not spending quality time with his family, he enjoys music, reading, hiking, mountain biking and running.

Mark D. Gott’s legal journey began as an Assistant Clerk for the Mecklenburg County Superior Court, where he presided over incompetency hearings, foreclosures, adoptions, and probate matters. Today, Mark focuses on elder abuse and guardianship cases, while also managing residential, tax, and commercial foreclosures. His extensive experience, gained from both the clerk’s office and private practice, allows him to handle complex legal matters with confidence. Mark is deeply involved in the Mecklenburg County Bar, teaching continuing education courses for attorneys and providing legal education to the public. Clients describe Mark as professional, personable, and transparent. He ensures clients understand potential costs upfront and maintains open communication throughout their cases. This commitment has earned him a stellar reputation, with over twenty years of practice free from fee disputes. Outside the office, Mark enjoys family time with his wife and three children. He is also passionate about martial arts, practicing Gracie jiu-jitsu and Krav Maga.

Kimberly A. Sheek focuses her practice on bankruptcy law, family law, and litigation. She is an aggressive and compassionate attorney who is known for her ability to think outside of the box and resolve legal disputes. Ms. Sheek has experience working at several large law firms, where she handled a broad range of complex legal matters. Recognizing that she would rather provide more personalized attention and care to each client, Ms. Sheek eventually established her own practice. She takes the time to listen to her clients, learn their unique goals, and provide tailored solutions based on their needs.

Jon Moore grew up in the Kansas City, Missouri area where he earned his Eagle Scout badge and graduated as valedictorian of his high school class. He attended college at Northwestern University outside of Chicago, where he graduated with a B.A. in Political Science and International Studies. Following his graduation from Northwestern University, Jon got accepted to Georgetown University Law School, but elected to defer his acceptance for a year. During that year, Jon returned to his hometown where he taught English and Debate at a local high school. Jon continued to pursue his interest in teaching while at law school, by teaching a practical law class to students at an inner-city high school in Washington, DC.. Following his graduation from law school, Jon moved to Springfield, Missouri, where he worked at a small law firm in Springfield which specialized in a nationwide practice involving automotive crashworthiness. This experience led Jon to realize the joys of working for a small law firm, and working for individuals rather than corporations or insurance companies.. In March 2002, Jon moved with his wife Laura to Charlotte where he began working for The Law Offices of R. Kent Brown as an Associate Attorney. In 2012 Jon was named as a Rising Star by North Carolina Super Lawyers magazine and then again in 2013 and 2014; and is the only Charlotte lawyer to be named on this list for each of those years for the field of Personal Injury.  Jon has also been listed on the 2014 and 2015 editions of Best Lawyers for his practice in Workers' Compensation and is aslo AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell.  Jon serves on the Litigation Section Council for the North Carolina Bar Association, and is also on the Amicus Curiae committee for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. In his spare time, Jon likes to read, hike, run and play the piano.

John Nipp handles litigation matters relating to intellectual property. Such matters include patents, trademarks, copyrights, unfair trade practices, trade secrets, and non-compete agreements. He is a registered patent attorney.. Mr. Nipp has been litigating cases in North Carolina since 1996. His career began as a state prosecutor, where he tried hundreds of bench trials and several jury trials. Prior to joining Summa, Additon & Ashe, P.A., he was a partner with a Charlotte law firm handling a variety of civil litigation matters. He has taken several cases to a jury verdict. In addition, he has experience drafting contracts and other legal documents for technology companies. He has also participated in numerous mediations and arbitrations.

John grew up in Charlotte attending High School here and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC 1982) where he majored in Political Science and Criminal Justice. He played on the Varsity Soccer team for UNCC. After College, John worked for a year as a Fire Tech for a alarm company before going to law school. He saw how hard people work for their money only to lose it all when a workplace injury happened.  It was there that he decided to go to law school so he could help injured workers who he saw being treated unfairly.  He attended and graduated from Campbell University School of Law (now in Raleigh, NC) and obtained his Juris Doctorate degree in 1986.  John has been practicing Worker's Compensation since that time and practices in the area 100% of his time.  He was recognized as a NC Worker's Compensation SuperLawyer in 2006.  SuperLawyer's are outstanding lawyers in their field chosen by independent research.  A SuperLawyer has been designated as someone with a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. He is dedicated to helping those injured worker's who find they cannot get fair treatment from large insurance companies. Having been hurt himself at the alarm company he knows first hand the challenges that exist for injured workers.  Most people have no idea what their rights are in the face of an injury.  And the Company doesn't seem very interested in helping many times. After an injury on the job, it seems the Company starts treating workers differently. He is committed to making sure injured worker's rights are protected.  And he enjoys helping out the hard working people of North Carolina.. John has extensive experience advancing worker's rights before the Industrial Commission in Raleigh, both at the initial Hearing level and before the Full Commission.  He has argued cases before the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Supreme Court in worker's compensation. Recently, the Firm won the case of Griffin v Absolute Fire Control (2021) before the NC Supreme Court on the issue of futility of looking for work after disability and the issue of makework provided by the Employer to avoid payment of disability benefits.. John has concentrated knowledge of the special needs of handicapped individuals and what the law provides for protection of such people. He has been successful securing handicapped accessible housing and transportation for his clients when the insurance companies denied those rights to his clients.  He also has extensive experience representing those with Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) or Reflex Sympathetic Disorder (RSD) and knows how to get clients specialized medical treatment for such clients. Some of those are cutting edge treatments many physicians don't provide and most insurance companies routinely deny.  John has fought big insurance companies and successfully obtained these treatments for CRPS patients for 22 years.  If you have a injury that develops into CRPS or RSD, John can assist you in obtaining medical treatment which has a fighting chance of alleviating the problems you experience and making your life more livable.  You can find out more information about this disease at .

Jim Hickmon is certified by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a Board Certified Legal Specialist in Estate Planning and Probate Law and is a Certified Financial Planner®. In addition to Super Lawyers, he is recognized through peer review by Martindale Hubbell as an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer and at Business North Carolina Legal Elite. He serves as an adjunct professor of law at Wake Forest University teaching Wealth Transfer and Fiduciary Income Taxation of Trusts and Estates to upper-level law students. Jim is admitted to practice before the State Bars of North Carolina and Virginia.Jim is passionate about protecting family and closely held business owners through succession planning that protects family assets after the owner’s death keeping family businesses within families. He has counseled families with businesses across a spectrum of industries, from farming to real estate development and trucking to software engineering. He is the author of numerous articles surrounding this subject focusing on wealth transfer, tax, probate, and fiduciary responsibility. Jim’s work is published in both regional and national publications, including the Bureau of National Affairs’ Tax Management and Compensation Planning Journal. He is a contributing author to the North Carolina Bar Association’s Estate Administration Manual and Fiduciary Litigation holds an undergraduate degree in finance from the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, an MBA from East Carolina University and his law degree from the Wake Forest University School of Law.. Jim has involved himself in a number of charitable and community service organizations at the local, state, and national levels.  He was selected by his fellow members of the Bar as a member of Business North Carolina magazine’s Legal Elite in the field of Tax and Estate Planning Law for 2010 and 2012. He is a member of the Charlotte chapter of the Financial Planning Association and the Charlotte Estate Planning Council.

Jeffrey Scott, Experienced North Carolina Workers' Compensation Attorney. If you've been injured at work, we will represent you in your workers' comp case. Serving Charlotte, Raleigh, and North Carolina.. Not Your Typical Workers' Comp Lawyer. Your workplace injury affected you in a major way. Now you need experienced legal advice and representation to ensure you get the workers' comp and third party compensation you are entitled to. At The Law Offices of Jeffrey G. Scott, PLLC you will receive the maximum help you need to get the maximum benefits you deserve. I am not your typical lawyer. I grew up on a 900-acre farm in the eastern part of North Carolina, where I learned what it means to put in a full day's work for a full day's pay. I was fortunate enough to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where I was even more fortunate to play baseball. While there I was able to play alongside future major league players Scott Bankhead, Walt Weiss and B.J. Surhoff.. I believe these experiences have helped shape the lawyer I am today. I focus my practice on workers' compensation, with an additional emphasis on catastrophic personal injury claims. I am proud to say that I receive more than 50 percent of my cases as referrals from past clients and professionals, including other law firms in the region.

James H. Henderson was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended Duke University (A.B. '83), Magdalen College, University of Oxford (Jurisprudence, 1985) and Wake Forest School of Law (J.D. '86), where he was on the editorial staff of the Wake Forest Law Review and President of the Student Bar Association He was admitted to practice law in 1986 in the State of North Carolina. He served as law clerk to the Honorable Marvin R. Wooten, Senior Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of North Carolina, from 1986 to 1988. His practice consists of debt workouts, state court defense and debtor and creditor representation before the United States Bankruptcy Court. He is a member of the bar of the State of North Carolina, the United States District Courts of the Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Since 1993, he has been certified as a specialist in both business and consumer bankruptcy law by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization and the American Bankruptcy Board of Certification. Henderson has served as Chair of the Mecklenburg County Bar Association Solo/Small Firm Section. He is a member of the American Bankruptcy Institute and the Bankruptcy Law Section Council of the North Carolina Bar Association. Recognition: Business North Carolina magazine "Legal Elite" (2008, 2010-14); Law & Politics Magazine North Carolina "Super Lawyer" (2007, 2009-16); The Best Lawyers in America guide, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law specialist (2009, 2010-16); Best Lawyers in North Carolina (2014-2015); Top Lawyers, Corporate Counsel magazine (2011-13).

It’s time to find the outstanding legal guidance and advocacy you need. Based in Charlotte, NC, Steve DeCillis has approximately 25 years of courtroom experience in family law, business law, and criminal defense. With a background both as a prosecutor and in private practice, Mr. DeCillis has unique insight into the history of North Carolina statutes and courtroom proceedings and has even “made law” in significant cases where no legal precedent existed.. Whether you find yourself at a crossroads in your marriage or about to fight over custody of your child, a business owner with an imminent issue or wanting to prepare for the future, or an individual against whom charges have been brought, Mr. DeCillis understands the foundation of the law regarding your case and will wield his formidable knowledge to provide you the highest level of legal service.. As a proud Tarheel and active member of the business community in Charlotte, Mr. DeCillis is relentless on behalf of his clients and fearless in the face of opposition. He seeks not only to provide excellent legal counsel, he also cultivates essential ties in the city as an active member of Elevation Church, a participant in multiple business networking groups, a peer leader of F3 SOB Land and Area 51, and a formal mentor.

I'm a business litigation attorney and Certified Fraud Examiner.  I represent corporate and individual clients in a wide range of civil litigation matters, including contract disputes, fraud cases, antitrust cases, and bankruptcy litigation.  I also defend clients in white collar criminal matters, conduct internal investigations, and advise clients in connection with government investigations.