Top North Carolina Lawyers and Attorneys
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Greg Wilson

Karen Schaede
Houston Barnes

Chad Peterson

Taylor Hastings

Jonathan Barber
Jason Power

Ryan Kerian

Stuart Matthews
Whitnie Gladden
Useful Documents
- SAFE Note
- Staffing Agency Agreement
- Sales Agreement
- Business Proposal
- Adverse Action Notice
- Exclusivity Agreement
- Certificate of Incumbency
Helpful Articles
- North Carolina LLC Formation and Filing Requirements
- North Carolina Business Entity Search Explained
- North Carolina S Corp Tax Filing and Requirements
- North Carolina S Corp Formation and Tax Guide
- What Constitutes Doing Business in Michigan & NC
- How to Form and Maintain an LLC in North Carolina
- How to Change Your Business Name in North Carolina
Top North Carolina Lawyers and Attorneys
Popular Cities in North Carolina for Attorney Searches
How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Lawyer in North Carolina?
North Carolina lawyers usually charge an hourly rate between $60 and $370 per hour. Note that the exact price is contingent on the type of lawyer and the scope of the work.
How to Find the Best Lawyers in North Carolina?
Typically, North Carolina lawyers are found through referrals. Even without one, you can still visit the best law firms in North Carolina or visit the North Carolina State Bar website to find an attorney. Legal services like UpCounsel can also help you to find a lawyer suited to your needs. To find a lawyer in North Carolina, try UpCounsel.
Need a Lawyer in North Carolina?
Visit a North Carolina law firm to search their directory of available attorneys, or use UpCounsel. UpCounsel helps business owners find a lawyer with confidence. With our community of top lawyers and attorneys, we make getting high-quality legal help simple. To get started with your search for the best lawyers in North Carolina, click here.
How Do I Find out if An Attorney Is Licensed in North Carolina?
All lawyers licensed to work in-state are registered with the North Carolina State Bar. To verify the credentials of a potential hire, visit the bar website to search through a list of North Carolina attorneys. With UpCounsel, you can hire a lawyer with confidence.
FAQs about North Carolina Lawyers
How do I get a free lawyer in NC?
If you need financial assistance with acquiring legal help, you may be eligible for a legal aid program. Contact the state bar to see if you qualify. Hiring a lawyer is expensive—that’s why UpCounsel provides a money-back guarantee. This ensures you’re getting the best legal help for your money.
Is there a website to ask lawyers questions?
Yes, there is. Once you post a job request to our community of North Carolina attorneys, UpCounsel matches you with the top lawyers for your case. Then, you can communicate with the lawyer about your situation.
Do you have to pay back legal aid?
If you received a settlement in your case, you’d be expected to repay some or all of the legal aid you received. Contact your state bar or visit their website for details specific to your case.
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This is the most recent 20 reviews out of 276 reviews for attorneys in North Carolina
Software IP and Contractor Dispute
"Alexis was very helpful in handling a complex contractual and intellectual property dispute. She communicated clearly, explained the available options and their practical consequences, and kept the strategy focused and proportionate rather than escalating the matter unnecessarily. I especially appreciated her pragmatic approach, careful drafting, and transparency regarding risks and potential legal costs. I would be comfortable working with her again and would recommend her to others."
Mstislav S
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Raleigh,
NC,
9 days ago
Assist with Other Trademark & Copyright Matter
"Quick communication and great feedback"
Carter G
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Charlotte,
NC,
16 days ago
Review Privacy Policy
"Anna handled a full privacy and terms review for my early-stage app, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. She was thorough, precise, and engaged with the specifics, not a template treatment. She flagged issues I didn't know to ask about, cleared me on regulatory questions with reasoning that answered my questions, and caught a compliance gap in my subscription setup that I would have missed. Her guidance was practical and well-sequenced: she was clear about what was urgent versus what could wait, and she distinguished what belonged in the documents from what needed to be handled in the product itself. Communication was responsive and easy throughout, and she was upfront about the one item that was genuinely my decision to make rather than making it for me. I came away confident in where things stand, with a clear record of what's done and what to watch as I grow. I'll be returning to her for the next phase of work, which says it all. Highly recommend."
Ryan B
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Weaverville,
NC,
21 days ago
Business Partnership Document Review
"Brandy did a great job!"
Craig H
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Marshall,
NC,
21 days ago
Licensing Opinion for EdTech AI
"Incredibly thorough analysis and discovery period to understand our use case."
Carie P
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Arden,
NC,
24 days ago
Consult on Outside General Counsel
"Brent was very professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to communicate with. He was very prompt with his completion of the work. I would absolutely work with Brent in the future."
Cara G
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Charlotte,
NC,
about 2 months ago
Employment Disputes Consultation
"Jeffrey is fantastic! Clear communication, quick turnaround and reasonably priced. It brought me a piece of mind through the job transition uncertainty. I highly recommend him for a consultation on layoff/severance letter."
Leyvis Concepcion, M
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Candler,
NC,
3 months ago
Non-Disclosure Agreement (Employment)
"James is super helpful, knowledgeable, and timely in his communications. He's helped us with a few projects now and we will certainly continue to use his counsel when future projects arise. Highly recommend James to others."
Samantha S
.
Charlotte,
NC,
8 months ago
Title Creation and Filing
"Fantastic work. Process was explained clearly. All steps completed as described. Could not be happy with my decision to hire Mr. Riordan."
Hector Paul D
.
Canandaigua,
NY,
9 months ago
Assist with Outside General Counsel
"We are very pleased with Alexandra’s help putting together our legal document. She is thorough, and knowledgeable."
Charles L
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Las Vegas,
NV,
10 months ago
Patent Filing Assistance
"Joel and his team were a pleasure to work with. The quality of work was fantastic, and everything was delivered in a timely manner."
Leann S
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Charlotte,
NC,
12 months ago
Event Rental Agreement
"Working with Mr. Stark was an absolute pleasure. He was very communicative and had a very fast turn around time."
Yolanda M
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Hallsboro,
NC,
about 1 year ago
Review Commercial Lease
"Great advice and on time"
Yousef M
.
Harrisburg,
NC,
about 1 year ago
Provisional Patent Review and Submission Assistance
"Anthony was a pleasure to work with. You should hire him."
Tom A
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Charlotte,
NC,
about 1 year ago
Legal Assistance for Forming LLC/Partnership for RV Park Business
"Mr Demuth has been amazing to work with, very patient with my million questions. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an attorney."
Jonathan W
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Swansboro,
NC,
over 1 year ago
Draft Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement
"Matthew went above and beyond the task and made sure to educate me on each step of the process. I truly felt he had my best interest at heart."
Dustin P
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Marshall,
NC,
over 1 year ago
Assistance with TN Visa for Job Offer from US Company
"Wayne is ver helpful and provided great advice. Thank you."
Max J
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over 1 year ago
Other Commercial Contract Matter
"As always, Lauri concisely addressed my questions and concerns."
Aric R
.
Asheville,
NC,
almost 2 years ago
Review Commercial Lease
"Wendell was very easy to work with and was clear in communicating"
Bhuvaneshwari J
.
Chapel Hill,
NC,
almost 2 years ago
Draft Settlement Agreement
"Very personable, knowledgeable, professional, and proactive. I felt confident Alex was fully in my corner and would get results."
Dave H
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Cary,
NC,
about 2 years ago