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Biography
As a partner attorney at my firm, Asheville Legal, I assist clients to resolve disputes primarily in the areas of business, construction, insurance, and real estate. I strive to deliver masterful litigation services, and I pride myself on outmaneuvering the opposition and in clear communication with my clients regarding costs and expectations. I live in Asheville, North Carolina with my wife and four children.
Education
- Elon University School of Law
- J.D. (2013) | Law
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- Honors: Magna Cum Laude; Book Awards in Real Property, Torts, Criminal Law, and Business Associations
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- University of Oregon
- B.A. (2006) | Philosophy
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Professional Experience
- Partner Attorney
- Asheville Legal
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- Associate Attorney
- Asheville Law Group
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- Law Clerk
- Freedman Law Firm
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- Law Clerk
- Law Offices of Fred T. Hamlet
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- Law Clerk
- Ogletree Deakins
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- Judicial Extern
- North Carolina Business Court
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Awards
- Book Awards Property I; Torts II; Criminal Law; Business Associations
- Elon University School of Law
Professional Associations
- North Carolina State Bar
- Member
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- North Carolina Bar Association
- Member
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- 28th Judicial District Bar Association
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- North Carolina
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Fees
- Credit Cards Accepted
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Contingent Fees
Some cases, but not all, are candidates for contingent fees. These typically involve high damages and a high likelihood of success.
Practice Areas
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Construction Law
- Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
- Insurance Claims
- Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. how can you preclude acceptance to just the terms of the offer?
- A: I'm afraid this question is a little too vague for you to receive any helpful answers on this site. I recommend contacting a local lawyer who is skilled in drafting and interpreting contracts to provide you with an answer.
- Q. I own a small sole-proprietor business. I allowed my daughter to be a signatory on the account because she is a CPA.
- A: Against the bank, it's doubtful you'll have any recourse. I've reviewed checking account contracts before, and they are massive and buttoned up tight! Still, it cannot hurt to have a commercial attorney provide direct service to you and weigh in.
Against your daughter, you probably have a solid lawsuit against her for several claims and damages. To learn more about how to pursue her--and whether it's worth it to do so--you should consult with a civil litigation lawyer as soon as possible.
- Q. I ordered 100 gallons of propane gas to be delivered. The gas company delivered 283 gallons. What are my obligations ?
- A: It sounds like you've received valuable property by mistake that does not belong to you. At a minimum, you likely at least have an obligation not to use that fuel. If they request to retrieve it, then you probably need to let them do so. For absolute certainty on these questions, you should definitely consult directly with a lawyer.
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