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My Office Phone number is: I have practiced criminal and Traffic law in Mecklenburg County since 1992.  First as an Assistant District Attorney,  then as a defense lawyer in private practice.   Please read my reviews.  I'd be happy to assist you .

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.

My greatest attribute is the ability to fully invest myself in my clients. To a client, this means that I will do everything possible to understand your needs, to stand up and advocate for your interests, to fine tune every detail of documents created on your behalf, and to secure a favorable outcome in your case.  I understand that when a client comes to our law firm, they are often feeling stress, whether from a difficult family issue, being a defendant in a criminal matter, or trying to plan for the future of their loved ones.  My goal is to alleviate as much of this stress as possible by providing a clear path and a helping hand through difficult legal matters.. My prior professional experience has paved the way for my transition into the practice of law.  While living in the Washington, DC area for five years, I fine tuned my negotiation skills by serving as an advocate for government contractors in complex price negotiations with the federal government on product and service contracts.  The art of negotiation comes into play often in my practice, and whether working on a separation agreement, consent order, divorce settlement, or directly with a district attorney in a criminal matter, my goal is to secure the best possible outcome for my clients.. After moving to Charlotte, NC, I worked in with Wachovia Securities/Wells Fargo Advisors as a financial advisor.  My finance experience, combined with my degree in Business Administration from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at UNC-Chapel Hill, lends itself nicely to my law practice when discussing assets and retirement accounts with my Estate Planning clients, and when working through financial documentation in child support, alimony, and equitable distribution cases.  My time as a financial advisor also taught me the importance of protecting the interests of those I represent, listening closely to the needs of my clients, and the role communication plays in a trusted professional relationship.. The lessons and skills learned from previous experiences are the pillars of my law practice.  The actual foundation of my law practice is following the golden rule.  I understand that during tough times, people need and deserve accessible advocacy and personalized attention, and that any time a client calls or sends me an email, a response is anxiously awaited.  I therefore make it a point to always keep my clients consistently updated on the status of their case, and return all phone calls and all emails on the same day received...no excuses.

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.

Ms. Cummings practices in all areas of employment law.  She regularly litigates federal court cases arising under Title VII, the ADA, the ADEA, the FMLA, the FLSA, as well as state court cases involving wrongful discharge and non-compete issues.  Ms. Cummings possesses experience in litigating class and collective actions, including wage and hour collective actions.  Ms. Cummings also regularly provides advice to small, medium and large companies with respect to day-to-day employment decisions.  Finally, Ms. Cummings provides training for both managers and employees on all aspects of employment law, including discrimination and harassment.

Ms. Collins is the leading attorney at the North Carolina family law firm, the Collins Family Law Group. Attorney Collins earned her Bachelor’s degree from the College of Charleston, and her Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Florida. She is licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and South Carolina. For over 20 years, Ms. Collins has been an attorney.  She has litigated civil and criminal cases, and she is a member of the Estates and Trusts Section and the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association. In addition, Attorney Collins is the lawyer for the Town of Unionville’s Board of Adjustment, and is a certified Superior Court mediator in North Carolina.. When an individual retains the representation of Attorney Collins, she gets to know them on a more personal level. She makes sure she has a thorough understanding of their entire situation, and then works to develop a course of action that is tailored to fit the client’s specific needs and goals. Ms. Collins acknowledges that having to go through a divorce or other family law proceeding can be some of the most emotionally draining legal processes to have to go through, and she strives to make sure every client is provided with the amount of trusted legal counsel and effective service they deserve. If you are preparing to file for divorce, Attorney Collins can represent you, whether your situation calls for mediation, negotiation, or vigorous litigation in a North Carolina family court. If you need assistance with a matter involving adoption, child custody, fathers’ rights, or separation, she also has the ability to assist you. In addition, Ms. Collins can also assist you if you are facing a matter involving criminal law, estate planning, or litigation. If you would like to find out more about retaining the representation of Attorney Collins, do not hesitate to contact the Collins Family Law Group today.

Mr. Winiker is an experienced trial attorney who defends individuals and businesses in state and federal white-collar criminal cases. He counsels clients in pre-trial negotiations with the United States Department of Justice, counsels clients under investigation by the FBI, IRS, SEC and other federal and state agencies, and regularly defends people charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.He is a former federal and state prosecutor who is admitted to practice in North Carolina, the United States District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of North Carolina, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth and Ninth Circuits.He has successfully argued cases that have appeared in published decisions in both federal appellate circuits (See United States v. Goforth, 546 F.3d 712 (4th Cir. 2008)- Pre-trial release of person accused of federal crime)As a former Assistant United States Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice, Mr. Winiker prosecuted a wide variety of federal crimes, represented federal agencies in civil litigation, and was responsible for tracing and seizing criminal funds nationally and internationally. He served as an Assistant Director for the Cybercrimes section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Education and coordinated nationwide training on computer forensics, internet fraud, and computerized courtroom presentations and discovery management.Mr. Winiker is also a former Assistant District Attorney with the Charlotte Mecklenburg District Attorney’s Office.He is a graduate of Wake Forest University  – Gonzaga University School of Law, cum laude – and is a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Persian Gulf War.

Mr. Walters provides litigation and counseling services to employers on a wide variety of employment and labor issues. He advises clients on matters under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1866, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the National Labor Relations Act, and other federal and state employment laws. Mr. Walters represents employers and management in wage and hour class/collective actions, employment discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful discharge cases, among others. Mr. Walters also assists clients with traditional labor matters such as unfair labor practices and union avoidance. He has successfully handled cases for clients before federal and state courts, the EEOC, and other administrative agencies. Mr. Walters has participated in cases before the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fourth, Eighth, and Eleventh Circuits. He has provided employment-related legal services for clients in a wide range of industries.. In 2008, the Governor appointed Mr. Walters to serve as a Member of the North Carolina Commission on Workforce Development (Commission). The Commission develops policies and strategies that enable the States workforce to compete in the current and future global economy.. Mr. Walters has practice management-side employment and labor law exclusively since 1997.  Prior to his experience in private practice, Mr. Walters served as a judicial law clerk to the Honorable Richard L. Voorhees, then Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina.

Mr. Olsinski received his Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and History from Indiana University, where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta social fraternity and the National Scholars Honor Society. He attended Hofstra University School of Law, where he graduated in the top half of his class. At Hofstra, he participated in the Criminal Justice Clinic, worked for a prominent criminal defense attorney and worked for The Legal Aid Society of Nassau County. Mr. Olsinski has completed a ten-day intensive seminar emphasizing effective trial advocacy techniques. He is admitted to practice in federal court. Mr. Olsinski is married and his wife is also an attorney who practices personal injury law. He enjoys spending time with his family and friends, playing with his dog, golfing, and watching sports.

Mr. Littlejohn graduated from the University of Mary Washington with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science before attending law school. During his time in law school, Mr. Littlejohn received Dean's List Honors and a Pro Bono Distinction for his work with victims of Hurricane Katrina through the Mississippi Center for Justice and his mentorship of Charlotte youth through Faith Hope and Love Mentoring. His community contributions led to his receipt of the John S. Leary Bar's Julius L. Chambers Scholarship for his dedication to serving the underserved. Extensive pro bono experience has given Mr. Littlejohn a passion for representing and defending the rights of those less fortunate and has internalized within him a mission to help give a voice to the voiceless. Mr. Littlejohn developed his reputation as an unabating advocate throughout North Carolina by representing large-scale businesses in real estate and contract litigation matters. He has appeared in court in nearly a quarter of North Carolina's 100 counties.. When he's not practicing law, Mr. Littlejohn enjoys playing basketball, traveling, and volunteering his personal time. He has volunteered with the Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation Commission as a basketball coach. Other than sports, he maintains relationships with local non-profits to serve in any capacity needed. Mr. Littlejohn has also partnered with civic leaders to build and foster relationships with youth who need direction. He has served as a panelist for a local Charlotte high school's Career Day through his partnerships.. In addition to his volunteer efforts, Mr. Littlejohn is also active in the Mecklenburg County Bar. He is a current member of the Mecklenburg County Bar's Diversity and Inclusion Committee but more specifically Chair for the Pipeline Programming Subcommittee. The Pipeline Programming Subcommittee is responsible for organizing the annual 'Lunch with a Lawyer' program and the annual Diversity Day Conference. Mr. Littlejohn has also volunteered with the 'Lawyers for Literacy' program in which attorneys read to third-grade students at Sedgefield Elementary once a week.. Mr. Littlejohn was awarded the 2016 Cystic Fibrosis – Charlotte Chapter's STANDOUT Honoree Award, which recognizes the City's most active and engaged professionals and philanthropists under 40 for his work benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's work to develop means to control and cure cystic fibrosis. Additionally, he has been awarded by the American Institute of Legal Advocates as a Rising Star in the field of criminal defense. In 2018, Mr. Littlejohn was listed in the Charlotte Agenda as "Top 30 Under 30." This annual award showcases 30 leaders age 30 or younger who are impacting Charlotte. Mr. Littlejohn has received recognition of other North Carolina lawyers as a Business North Carolina's 2019 & 2021 Legal Elite, an award given to only 3% of North Carolina lawyers. Mr. Littlejohn has been awarded Legal Elite in both the Young Guns and Criminal Defense sections. In 2020 and 2021, Mr. Littlejohn was selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers North Carolina Rising Stars lists. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Selection for Super Lawyers includes a multi-phased rating process consisting of independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. The Rising Stars list is compiled using the same criteria as Super Lawyers, but candidates must be 40 years old or younger or have been in practice for 10 years or less to be considered.

Mr. Andres Lopez practices in all areas of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law as an associate attorney at The Lopez Law Firm, PLLC. Being an immigrant himself from Medellin, Colombia, Mr. Lopez is passionate, committed, and an enthusiastic advocate for the immigrant community. He believes in helping the diverse immigration community achieve their unique American dreams which collectively emphasize on maintaining family unity, creating businesses, obtaining education, and weaving their cultural heritages into the rich rubric of the American society. Attorney Lopez understands and respects his client’s desire of having a direct relationship with their attorneys, and he prides himself on his accessibility and quality of work.. Attorney Lopez currently acts an assistant liaison to the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s USCIS Charlotte field office. Additionally, Mr. Lopez serves as the secretary of the Mecklenburg County Hispanic Latino Bar. He also actively serves the immigrant community by educating them on their rights and the rapidly evolving immigration laws and regulations.. In addition to his involvement at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and the Mecklenburg County Hispanic Latino Bar, Attorney Lopez is also an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association, Mecklenburg County Bar Association, Mecklenburg County Bar Immigration Practice Section, and the Latin American Chamber of Commerce.

Mr. Anderson has been a practicing attorney for over twelve years and has represented individuals and corporations in complex, high stakes legal matters throughout his career. He received his law degree, with honors, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After law school, Mr. Anderson honed his legal skills at two of the largest and most prestigious law firms in Atlanta and Charlotte. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the Virginia Military Institute and also has a Masters in Business Administration from Old Dominion University. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Anderson served the United States as an officer in the U.S. Air Force.. Mr. Anderson's passion is helping individuals through complex, difficult and trying times and he looks forward to bringing his experience and commitment to bear in your important legal matter.

Missy Owen always wanted to be a criminal defense lawyer. The daughter of Pittsburgh defense attorney John Knorr, Missy grew up with the practice of criminal law in her blood. Missy has practiced criminal law exclusively since moving to Charlotte in 2002, where she met Noell Tin and joined what was then his solo practice. Their legal partnership was the first brick laid in the building of Tin Fulton Walker & Owen.. Missy represents clients in state and federal courts across North Carolina, handling cases ranging from misdemeanors to homicides. Missy has particular expertise in white collar and sex offense cases, where she has represented clients in the pre-indictment phase, at trial, and on appeal. She also represents clients in regulatory proceedings involving the U.S. Securities Exchange Commission (SEC).. In white collar matters, Missy’s keen ability to analyze and digest complex business arrangements and transactions enables her to quickly assess a client’s circumstances and provide immediate guidance. In sex offense matters, she regularly works with forensic experts and consultants to aggressively investigate allegations. As a consequence of her approach to these challenging cases, some of Missy’s clients are never ultimately prosecuted.. Missy is a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, serves on PTO Board at Saint Patrick Catholic School, and is an active member of the Dilworth Neighborhood Development Association. In 2013, Missy joined the board of the Federal Defenders of Western North Carolina, Inc.

Mickey Aberman’s practice consists primarily of counseling clients on business matters, and negotiating and structuring transactions for mid-sized businesses. Several of his clients are US subsidiaries of foreign-based companies. Handling acquisitions and divestitures also comprise a significant portion of Mickey's practice. Mickey has extensive experience in legal issues that arise in the creation and transfer of computer software and other intangible technology, and with transactions involving complex finance and tax issues. He also works closely with members of the accounting profession and has extensive experience handling matters involving the application of accounting principles and other accounting issues. Approximately fifteen percent of his time is spent dealing with business litigation, usually with one of the firm’s trial lawyers.

Michelle Abbott is a North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney, located in Charlotte, NC. Michelle is licensed to practice law in North Carolina State Court and in Federal Court in the Western District of North Carolina.. Michelle works at Gilles Law, PLLC. Gilles Law client reviews can be read here:  She believes in providing each client with thorough representation, zealous advocacy, and personalized services, tailored to each client's unique situation.. The address listed is for mailing purposes only and is not a staffed office location.

Michael was raised on the south side of Chicago and used the poverty and violence to fuel his passion for success.. Michael Hoard has been licensed in Illinois since 1999.. He worked as a prosecutor and argued appeals in the Illinois Appellate Court and Supreme Court.. He was co-founder of a small firm, which helped clients with criminal matters, real estate transactions, bankruptcies, personal injuries, and other matters requiring litigation.. He worked as a corporate attorney for the Northern Trust Company but left to pursue his dream of having his own firm.

Michael was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. Michael graduated from Providence Senior High, and went on to graduate summa cum laude from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Political Science, along with minors in History and Spanish. Subsequently, Michael earned his Juris Doctor from Charlotte School of Law, where he graduated magna cum laude. While in law school, Michael worked as a law clerk for Dummit Fradin, in addition to serving as a Civil Procedure teaching assistant for Professors Meredith Jeffries and Colin Stockton. Additionally, while in law school, Michael was a member of the Order of the Crown Honor Society, and he also served as President of Phi Delta Phi legal honor society.. Currently, Michael’s professional focus is litigation, where he utilizes his competitive drive and relentless preparation to advocate for his clients. Michael has a keen interest and respect for the Constitution, and the values and principles it promotes. Michael diligently strives to not only exceed his clients’ goals and expectations, but to do so in an efficient and professional manner. As a native of Charlotte, Michael has a profound sense of pride and passion in the Charlotte community. In his free time, Michael enjoys a myriad of sports and outdoor activities. Michael is an ardent supporter of the Alabama Crimson Tide, Carolina Panthers, and Charlotte Hornets.

Michael Kemmy is the first member of the Mecklenburg Bar to be board-certified by the North Carolina Bar as an Elder Law Specialist. With more than 30 years of experience, Michael is adept at handling Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law matters.. Before moving to Charlotte, Michael was in private practice in Houston, TX. He also worked for the Internal Revenue Service as an estate and gift tax attorney. He is a member of the State Bars in Texas and Kansas as well as in North Carolina.. A frequent lecturer on probate and estate planning, Michael has produced two educational videos on wills and trusts. Additionally, he has provided pro bono consultations to the elderly residents at the Carriage Club of Charlotte.. Michael is married with two children. He joined Lou Trosch and T.C. Conrad in their law practice in 1987 and became a partner in 1992. Michael’s father was an attorney and a Special Agent of the FBI in San Antonio, TX. Michael’s brother is a practicing attorney in San Antonio.  Michael has been rated in a confidential survey of area judges and attorneys as having high to very high legal ability and very high ethical standards.

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.

Mercer Cauley has dedicated his practice of law to immigration and nationality law since 2003. He has been a North Carolina Board Certified Immigration Specialist since 2014. Mercer has assisted many companies, individuals and entrepreneurs through the US business visa process. He has overseen processes with USCIS and the Department of Labor. He has extensive experience with PERM applications, H1b petitions, EB1 self petitioners, L1 applications, E-1/2 investors visas and immigration visa petitions. His immigration practice has also focused on assisting families and individuals through the confusing and time consuming process of family based immigration. He has assisted over 200 families in their efforts to bring or keep their loved ones in the United States. Mercer is also an experienced trial attorney with many years of trial practice in both state and federal courts. This experience has proven to be extremely valuable in representing families and individuals before the Immigration Court. Mercer has had the amazing experience of working with nationals from around the world. Prior to practicing immigration law, he acted as a Regional Director for Teen Mania Ministries, an international mission’s organization. He was responsible for South America and Asia teams in addition to directing several projects throughout Africa. During those years he spent time overseeing projects in such countries as Ghana, Botswana, South Africa, Lebanon, Malaysia, Peru, Panama, El Salvador, the Dominican Republic and numerous others. It was this period in his life which gave him to a passion for multicultural experiences and immigration. This passion continues to drive him and The Cauley Law firm in the practice of immigration law today.. Immigration and Nationality Law* Business* Family*Individuals*Deportation and Removal

Memminger E. Wiggins began practicing law in 1996 after graduating from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School, located in Lansing, Michigan.  The goal from the beginning was to provide prompt, professional, but yet personal, legal services to his clients.  His North Carolina law practice can be considered a “boutique” law firm in the sense that he limits his practice of law primarily to just those areas of law that includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets. His South Carolina law practice was primarily limited to business/corporate law, probate law and estate planning, and real estate law.. A South Carolina native, Mr. Wiggins received a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from Clemson University.  He then worked as a research scientist at Clemson University and continued his post-graduate and graduate studies.  After 13 fulfilling years at the university, he decided to pursue a legal career and enrolled into the Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan.  While attending law school, he served as a law clerk for Michigan’s Attorney General’s Office.. Mr. Wiggins is a licensed attorney in both North Carolina and South Carolina, and admitted to practice before the United States District Court District of South Carolina, the United States Tax Court, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  He was admitted to the South Carolina Bar in May of 1996 and to the North Carolina Bar in April of 2010.. His present/past membership/associations include the North Carolina State Bar, South Carolina State Bar, Mecklenburg County Bar Association, Union County Bar Association, York County Bar Assocation, Oconee County Bar Association, Richland County Bar Association, Literacy Council of Union County, Oconee County United Way, the Seneca Chamber of Commerce, the Clemson Chamber of Commerce, the Clemson University Flying Club, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, advisor for the Clemson University Rowing Club, and the Seneca Presbyterian Church.

Melissa L. Garcia is licensed to practice law in North Carolina.  She is a member of the Social Security Disability Advocacy Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Prior to becoming an attorney, Melissa worked as a paralegal for nine years managing a Social Security Disability practice, and assisting with workers' compensation cases.. Melissa received her B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in 2012, where she majored in History and Secondary Education.  She attended law school at Charlotte School of Law, where she graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2015.  During law school, Melissa was Articles Editor for Charlotte Law Review, and a member of the Order of the Crown honor society.  In addition, she worked as a volunteer judicial law clerk at the Charlotte Immigration Court, where she drafted decisions and performed research for cases before the court.. Melissa grew up in the Charlotte, NC, but also lived in Venezuela during her childhood.  She is a product of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, and is proud to have attended the first German Immersion magnet school in Charlotte.  She is fluent in Spanish and conversational in German. After undergrad, Melissa joined Teach For America and taught Spanish at two high needs schools in Charlotte, NC. From her experience as a teacher, she learned that she could make a greater impact through the law and decided to attend law school.. Melissa enjoys spending time with her family and her dog.  Her many hobbies include traveling, hiking, dancing, learning new languages, and studying new cultures.

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.

Matt Bowles is an experienced business lawyer and entrepreneur.. With more than a decade at international law firms Hogan Lovells and Jones Day, Matt has represented some of the world’s largest companies and innovative leaders on their most significant, transformative transactions. He’s advised on more than a hundred deals across the value spectrum: sub-$1m add-ons and commercial transactions to $15b+ public company mergers. M&A, joint ventures, licensing and commercial agreements, general corporate and securities counseling—whatever the matter, Matt provides practical advice to protect his clients’ interests. His deal work spans industries including consumer products, industrials, aerospace & defense, technology, health care, real estate, energy, professional services and food & beverage.. Previously, Matt was an operator for Goodyear Tire & Rubber where he led a team of 30 people and before that a reporter. A creative at heart, he enjoys learning about clients’ visions and helping execute on those while developing ways to improve the legal service experience.. As an independent advisor and team leader, Matt is uniquely positioned to meet businesses where they are, whether small or large, with the flexibility to bring in additional specialist advisors as your needs require.

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.