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In my time off I enjoy spending time with my friends, family, and two dogs, Stella and Tyson.  I also enojy staying active in the community and supporting local organizations including Thompson Child and Family Focus and The Humane Society of Charlotte.

H. Edward "Eddie" Knox is the senior managing partner of Knox, Brotherton, Knox & Godfrey. He is a Board Certified Trial Specialist with the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Eddie was chosen by North Carolina attorneys and recognized by Business North Carolina magazine as a Legal Elite in 2003, 2005, and 2006. Eddie has an AV rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is a "very high to preeminent" rating among his peers. He is also the recipient of the Super Lawyers Award for 2006 - 2011. In 2008, Eddie was inducted into the General Practice Hall of Fame by the North Carolina Bar Association.. Eddie was a Babcock Scholar and received his juris doctorate at Wake Forest Law School. He graduated from North Carolina State University as the Most Distinguished Graduate in the School of Education. Eddie served as President of both the Law School Student Body and the N.C. State Student Body.. Eddie has also served as chairman of numerous state commissions and local community organizations, including roles as a State Senator as well as Mayor of Charlotte, NC.. Eddie's active practice includes trial work in the area of personal injury, medical malpractice, workers' compensation and condemnation. He and his wife, fellow attorney Frances S. Knox, have been trying personal injury cases for decades with excellent results for their clients.

Ann is a member of bikelaw, a national network dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of cyclists in the Carolinas, and beyond. Ann is an advocate for bicycle safety, and stands up for cyclists’ rights on the roads and in court.. Ann graduated with honors and received a degree in engineering arts from Michigan State University. In 1994, she graduated cum laude from Tulane University School of Law where she was elected to the Order of the Coif. During law school, she was an editor on the Tulane Environmental Law Journal and was a Public Interest Law Foundation grant recipient. Ann worked first with the North Carolina Center for Death Penalty Litigation and then with the Cumberland County Public Defender’s Office until she opened her own practice in Fayetteville in 1998. She joined Patterson Harkavy’s  Raleigh office in April, 2000 and, in 2007, established a Charlotte office where she now handles cases throughout the state. In 2011, Ann, and current law partner Valerie Johnson, co-founded the firm that is now Johnson & Groninger PLLC. Today, Ann litigates serious personal injury cases with a special interest in representing victims of bicycle crashes. She also represents individuals seriously injured in car wrecks and by negligent property owners.. Ann is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ), where she previously served on the Board of Governors. She has taught as a faculty member of NCAJ’s Capital College and several National Institute for Trial Advocacy programs and coached a high school mock trial team from 2002-2006. Ann has prepared amicus briefs on behalf of the North Carolina ACLU and NCAJ. She is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the league of American Bicyclists and other bicycle advocacy organizations. She also served of the boards of Charlotte Bike Camp and BikeWalkNC.. When she is not working, Ann loves to be riding any kind of bicycle, especially with her husband and son.

In 2004, Attorney Dexter Benoit started his legal career in Chicago after graduating from the University of Illinois College of Law. He focused on personal injury from the get-go, but at the time he primarily defended large medical institutions and insurance companies convicted of wrongdoing. He quickly realized his true passion was helping the people who had been injured, not the institutions responsible for accidents. He relocated to Charlotte and opened Benoit Law Firm, PLLC in 2011. Since then he has won large settlements, including those that brought in over a million dollars, for clients in North Carolina. When he is not in his office or the courtroom, Dexter is actively involved in several local organizations committed to assisting those victimized by other’s negligence.

At The Law Office of Abrar & Vergara, we believe that everyone deserves excellent and personalized legal representation. As experienced trial attorneys, we have successfully litigated a variety of cases, from fighting for compensation in medical malpractice cases to defending you against criminal charges.

At Stern Law, Slate J. Stern represents clients in personal injury and business litigation issues. Mr. Stern has called New Mexico home for more than two decades. In that time, he has successfully held negligent parties accountable for a client's losses and helped business owners protect and grow their enterprises.. Mr. Stern's practice areas are comprehensive. He has obtained six- and seven-figure awards for people who have suffered incidents that include trucking accidents, brain injuries, medical malpractice and explosions. When it comes to business law, he represents clients in partnership disputes, insurance matters, real estate disputes, business torts, and breaches of contract and fiduciary duty. He has represented clients before both state and federal courts. Mr. Stern is also a seasoned negotiator who helps clients resolve matters without going to litigation.. As a testament to his achievements, Mr. Stern has earned honors that include a lifetime membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum; being listed in America's Top 100 Attorneys; receiving the highest peer rating possible of AV Preeminent* from Martindale-Hubbell; and being named a Super Lawyer.. Mr. Stern received an undergraduate degree in English from The University of Texas at Austin. He earned a law degree from the Oklahoma City University School of Law and holds a Master of Arts in liberal arts from St. John's College.. Outside of his office, Mr. Stern regularly volunteers for local organizations. He also enjoys extreme outdoor activities. Mr. Stern has competed in the Ironman triathlon, climbed Mount Everest and pulled a sled from Siberia to the North Pole.. * AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.

Christie Coleman embarked on her legal journey as a law clerk for a national firm, focusing on civil litigation in Los Angeles and New York. She then transitioned to a Santa Fe Civil Litigation Firm, where, over six years, she developed unique skills in Family Law, Divorce, Custody, Child Support, Landlord-Tenant issues, Probate, Contested Trust Matters, Construction Defects, Business Law, Breach of Contract, Property Disputes, and Estate Planning, including Wills and Trusts. Her proficiency has earned her respect among her peers as a leading Divorce Lawyer in Santa Fe.. Her practice philosophy, rooted in strategy and honesty, underlines her commitment to identifying effective negotiation leverage and employing her adept writing and research skills in court. Ms. Coleman ensures clients are well-informed about the advantages and drawbacks of strategic legal options, guiding them with transparency. A proponent of alternative dispute resolution, Ms. Coleman acknowledges its cost-effectiveness and efficiency, although she remains a passionate advocate in court when litigation is inevitable. Her dedication to client satisfaction has garnered her the Client’s Choice Award for her glowing AVVO reviews and recognition from the First Judicial District Court in 2018 for her valuable Pro Bono contributions.

I have been an attorney representing people in New Mexico since 1996.  I started my career as a prosecutor with the District Attorney's office in Las Cruces.  I have been in private practice since 1999.  I am honored to represent people that need help in difficult times in their life.  I devote my work to helping people who have been harmed by another person or comany in many different areas such as car or truck wrecks, medical negligence, and bad faith practices on the part of corporations or insurance companies.  I also represent people charged with crimes to make sure their rights are protected through the criminal justice system.

Connie J. Flores, founding partner of Flores Mendez Law, is a dedicated personal injury attorney serving clients in New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona. Her unique legal skills include wrongful death, 18-wheeler accidents, workplace injuries, premises liability, dram shop cases, and auto collisions. Connie’s mission is to advocate for injured individuals facing unfair treatment from insurance companies, ensuring they receive the justice they deserve. A proud El Paso native, she graduated with honors from the University of Denver in 2003 and earned her J.D. from the University of New Mexico School of Law in 2008, where she was awarded the Dean’s Award and led the Mexican American Law Student Association as President. Connie co-founded Flores, Tawney & Acosta, P.C. in 2016, helping expand the firm to four locations. In 2023, she established Flores Mendez Law to continue her commitment to client advocacy. Beyond her legal work, Connie mentors teenage parents, sharing her journey as a young mother to inspire others to overcome challenges and achieve success. She is an active member of several professional organizations and has been recognized for her leadership, including receiving the El Paso Young Lawyer’s Association Outstanding Lawyer Award in 2017.

Victoria Nichole Smith is a South Carolina native. She is devoted to providing quality legal representation to the citizens of South Carolina.. Victoria graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina Upstate in 2011 with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications and a cognate in psychology. She went on to obtain a Doctorate of Juris Prudence from the Charleston School of Law in 2014. The combination of Victoria's educational background and real world experience allows her to be an effective communicator who knows the law and understands people.. Finding her passion in helping others who have been injured, Victoria opened the Victoria Smith Law Firm, LLC in 2020, allowing her to devote her practice exclusively to personal injury and to focus on a select number of cases. Victoria is a strong advocate for her clients and works vigorously to help them recover.

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We have represented many clients in difficult, novel, and sometimes unpopular cases. Our commitment is to provide sound guidance, zealous advocacy, and comprehensive counseling that is tailored to the client's needs. Please feel free to visit our web site.. ---. Mark Kafantaris is a graduate of The Ohio State University (B.A.) and Capital University Law School (J.D., magna cum laude),where he concentrated his studies in Constitutional litigation. Duringlaw school, he served as a judicial extern to Ohio Supreme CourtJustice Evelyn Lundberg Stratton and U.S. District Judge AlgenonMarbley. Mark also worked for Columbus City Attorney Rick Pfeiffer atthe City Prosecutor’s Office before entering into private practice.. Mark is admitted to practice in the following courts:. Mark is a member of the following boards and professional associations:

Jonathan R. Stoudt joined Rourke and Blumenthal as an Associate in 2008. His practice is focused on litigating personal injury and wrongful death cases, including those arising from medical negligence, defective products, automobile and trucking accidents. He has secured numerous six- and seven- figure awards on behalf of his clients, and has been selected as an Ohio Super Lawyers Rising Star, a peer designation awarded to only to a select number of accomplished attorneys in the state. He has significant experience in appellate practice as well, having briefed and argued cases before the Ohio Supreme Court and multiple appeals courts throughout Ohio. He also volunteers as a member of the Ohio Association for Justice Amicus Committee, and has submitted numerous appellate briefs on behalf of the OAJ in cases with broad implications for injured victims of negligence and medical malpractice in Ohio.. Jonathan grew up in a small rural community in Northeast Ohio before moving to Columbus to attend The Ohio State University, graduating with a degree in Business Administration in 2005. He went on to attend the OSU Moritz College of Law before obtaining his Juris Doctorate in 2008. While in law school, he was an Associate Editor of The Ohio State Law Journal and received the CALI Award of Excellence in Appellate Advocacy, while also serving a judicial extern in the chambers of Justice Paul Pfiefer of the Ohio Supreme Court.