The firm's Charlotte office was established in 1986 and has practices ranging from finance and employee benefits to tax and intellectual property. Our Charlotte attorneys have national practices with a local focus and our vast industry experience complements the economic diversity of the region. In addition to serving our clients, for over 20 years, we have been committed to serving our community through our pro bono and community involvement initiatives.

Nicknamed the “Queen City,” for Queen Charlotte, wife of England's King George III, Charlotte is one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. It is home to companies in the banking, manufacturing, retail and utilities industries, including the headquarters for eight Fortune 500 companies (ranking it seventh nationally for headquartered firms). Following New York City, it is the second largest financial center in the country.

Office Info

Suite 2500
214 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC 28202-2381
t +1 704.338.5000
f +1 704.338.5125

Fully Engaged Team

Fully Engaged Team

We are fully engaged in our community. For almost ten years, our Charlotte office has supported the Arts and Science Council's efforts to build appreciation and participation for the arts, science and history in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area and has participated in the ASC's leadership training. We also support Habitat for Humanity through volunteerism and financial donations; volunteers have contributed over 200 hours in the last two years in partnership with a firm client to build two houses. The office also regularly donates school supplies to Siegle Avenue Pre-school Cooperative students.

Experience Highlights

Litigation for lender of a $17 million loan
Represented lender in federal and state courts in several related proceedings concerning a $17 million loan. Prevailed in bench trial on lender’s more
Acquisition by a national yarn manufacturer
Represented a large, privately owned yarn manufacturer in its acquisition of one of the largest suppliers in the United States and Canada of more
Joint ventures of manufacturer of personal care products
Represented U.S. manufacturer of personal care products in connection with multiple international projects including establishing joint ventures in more
IRS challenging a listed transaction for a global manufacturer
Represented a global manufacturer in a case involving a highly controversial “listed transaction” being challenged by the IRS.  The listed more