Lowesville Business Lawyers

Jonathan Shbeeb
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Jonathan Shbeeb
Huntersville, NC Business Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
(704) 285-8111 8936 Northpointe Executive Park Drive
Suite 240/260
Huntersville, NC 28078
Business and Real Estate
Liberty University School of Law
As a practicing business attorney in Charlotte, NC, I provide guidance for protecting businesses from possible legal exposure, helping businesses grow stronger, and protecting them once a legal issue arises. The son of a Lebanese immigrant with his own small business, I understand the need for competent and affordable business law assistance.

I have experience dealing in entity formation, contract formation and disputes, wage and hour disputes, other employment disputes, preparing employment documents to protect businesses on the front-end, trademark registration/searches, copyright infringement assistance, and several other areas.


Thomas C Jeter III
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Thomas C Jeter III
Cornelius, NC Business Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(704) 608-3429 18525 Statesville Rd Ste D-02
Cornelius, NC 28031
Free ConsultationBusiness and Trademarks
University of South Carolina School of Law
Thomas C Jeter III is a North Carolina and South Carolina attorney focused in the practice areas of estate planning, probate, trust administration, business succession and corporate law, and traffic law.
Kirton M. Madison
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Kirton M. Madison
Huntersville, NC Business Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(704) 981-2790 8936 Northpointe Executive Park Drive
Suites 240-260
Huntersville, NC 28078
Business and Employment
University of Tennessee - Knoxville
It’s not JUST a job. For most people, their job is directly tied to their livelihood. It’s how we provide for our families and take care of our loved ones. Like most people, you probably spend more time at your job than you do at home. You’ve missed out on important family events and things you enjoy doing due to your job. The sacrifices you’ve made can make job disputes like discrimination, harassment, unpaid wages, unequal pay, or wrongful termination feel like a PERSONAL attack. You...
D. Todd Wulfhorst
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D. Todd Wulfhorst
Denver, NC Business Law Attorney with 32 years of experience
(704) 483-3415 3758 Highway 16 N
Denver, NC 28037
Business and Real Estate
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Kemp A. Michael
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Kemp A. Michael
Mount Holly, NC Business Law Lawyer with 52 years of experience
(704) 827-5897 124 W Catawba Ave
Mount Holly, NC 28120
Business and Real Estate
Michael Elliott
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Michael Elliott
Huntersville, NC Business Law Lawyer
(704) 947-3838 Huntersville, NC 28078
Business, Bankruptcy, Real Estate and Tax
Lesley T Keith
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Lesley T Keith
Huntersville, NC Business Law Lawyer
(704) 659-3616 Post Office Box 3087
Huntersville, NC 28070
Business
Ronnie D. Crisco Jr.
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Ronnie D. Crisco Jr.
Mooresville, NC Business Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(704) 370-2828 645 Carpenter Ave
Mooresville, NC 28115
Business
University of North Carolina School of Law
Born and raised in Kannapolis, North Carolina, Ronnie Crisco is a proud alumnus of A.L. Brown High School. He graduated magna cum laude from Duke University with a degree in Public Policy Studies. In 2002, he received his law degree with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2005. While in law school, Mr. Crisco competed nationally as a member of the UNC Mock Trial Team, assisted indigent clients through the UNC Civil Legal Assistance Clinic, and served as editor on the UNC Journal of Law and Technology.

Mr. Crisco is a Board Certified Specialist in Family...
Liscah Isaboke
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Liscah Isaboke
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 4 years of experience
(704) 726-8914 1515 Mockingbird Lane
Suite 420
Charlotte, NC 28209
Business, Entertainment & Sports, IP and Trademarks
North Carolina Central University School of Law
I help individuals and businesses legally protect their business and assets to ensure the creation of generational wealth. Interested in creating a contract such as an operating agreement, a nondisclosure agreement, employee hire agreement, joint venture agreement or any contract related to a business transaction? Are you interested in filing a trademark to protect your brand that you worked so hard to create? Visit us at https://www.isabokelaw.com
Jason Power
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Jason Power
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
(980) 202-5679 101 S Tryon St
Suite 2700
Charlotte, NC 28280
Business
Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
My passion is getting to know our clients and walking side by side with them helping their businesses grow, not pushing or pulling them.

At Franchise.Law I work with:

-Business owners ready to expand their business and achieve their goals through franchising, licensing, or offering a business opportunity

-Existing Franchisors who want to lower their franchise legal fees, have help with growth, and have a better relationship with their franchise attorneys

-Franchisees who need help creating or negotiating employment contracts, franchise agreements, or supplier agreements

-Entrepreneurs looking to buy a franchise who want advice on legal issues and negotiations

-Business owners and individuals wanting to protect...
John Brendan Riordan
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John Brendan Riordan
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
(704) 285-8111 8511 Davis Lake Parkway
Suite C6-138
Charlotte, NC 28269
Free ConsultationBusiness and Trademarks
Liberty University School of Law and Liberty University
John is excited to help you with all your legal needs. From helping you brand your business to helping you plan for the future with an estate plan, John is ready to walk alongside you the whole way. Call in and ask for a free consultation with John!
Danica Lynn Little
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Danica Lynn Little
Huntersville, NC Business Law Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(704) 343-5633 8712 Lindholm Drive
Suite 300
Huntersville, NC 28078
Free ConsultationBusiness
Florida State University College of Law
Charlotte Wills, Trusts, Probate Law, Estate Planning; Guardianships, Elder Law, Special Needs Planning, Asset Protection; Business Succession Planning; Estate, Gift and Income Taxation; Estate Administration; Business Law Mecklenburg County (Member, Tax Section) and North Carolina (Citizen-Lawyer Task Force) Bar Associations; South Carolina Bar (Member, Tax Section); Charlotte Women's Bar Association (Board Member; Secretary; Treasurer; Vice President; President, Past Chair); American Institute of Certified Public Accountants; North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (Member, Taxation Committee); Institute of Management Accountants; Charlotte Christian Chamber; Women's Initiative Network, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Western and Central North Carolina; Carolina Foster Kids Foundation Director. Order of the...
Matt Arnold
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Matt Arnold
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
(704) 370-2828 200 N McDowell St
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business
University of North Carolina School of Law
Mr. Arnold is an experienced trial attorney who has tried bench and jury trials in both North Carolina District Court and North Carolina Superior Court and has argued cases in front of the North Carolina Court of Appeals, the North Carolina Supreme Court, and the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, VA. Mr. Arnold grew up in Charlotte, and attended Carmel Junior High, South Charlotte Middle, and graduated from Providence Senior High School. Mr. Arnold earned his undergraduate degree in Psychology graduating cum laude from Belmont Abbey College where he received a basketball scholarship and played varsity basketball...
Mathew E. Flatow
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Mathew E. Flatow
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 18 years of experience
(704) 512-0606 2319 Crescent Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28207
Business, Employment and Workers' Comp
Wake Forest University School of Law
As a lawyer and a small business owner, I view my cases with a singular focus: to solve the problems faced by my clients.

I founded SeiferFlatow, PLLC in 2011 after years of developing a broad and extensive litigation practice in both state and federal court in Charlotte and throughout North Carolina. Experienced in many types of civil litigation, I am committed to achieve the best possible results for every client embroiled in a legal dispute or requiring personalized legal advice. My unceasing commitment to satisfied clients is the hallmark of my practice.

Though legal battles can sometimes be long and grueling,...
Stephen M. Bennett
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Stephen M. Bennett
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience
(704) 370-2828 200 N McDowell St
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business and Real Estate
University of South Carolina School of Law
Stephen M. Bennett is a partner at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, practicing in the Charlotte area. He focuses on General Civil Litigation, Business Law, Estate Planning, and Land Use/Zoning. He is well-versed in various legal issues businesses may encounter, including forming new business entities, drafting contracts, and handling business litigation.
Alonzo M. Alston
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Alonzo M. Alston
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
(704) 707-4937 112 S. Tryon St.
Ste. 300
Charlotte, NC 28202
Business, Entertainment & Sports, IP and Trademarks
Charlotte School of law
Alonzo McAlpine Alston, Esq. was born in Savannah, GA, is a loving and proud father, dedicated husband, and client-focused and service oriented attorney. Attorney Alston was born to entrepreneurial parents who were heavily involved in the civil rights movement, and is a product of their strong influential guidance to purpose his life and endeavors on social equality, cause-driven activism, and self-reliance with a focus on empowerment through community building. These values have also influenced his desire to espouse integrity, maintain ownership of his work-product, and develop clear communications. Attorney Alston said, "[O]ne of the primary reasons I became and attorney was...
Elizabeth G. Grimes
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Elizabeth G. Grimes
Mooresville, NC Business Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
(833) 474-6375 179 Gasoline Alley
Suite 102-A
Mooresville, NC 28117
Business, Products Liability and Workers' Comp
Wake Forest University School of Law
Putting You First, Elizabeth G. Grimes is Managing Partner at Grimes Yeoman, PLLC, representing plaintiffs in cases involving serious bodily injuries & traumatic brain injuries. Mrs. Grimes received her B.A. in Economics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in December of 1985, graduating a semester early, & received her law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1989. While in law school, Mrs. Grimes was a member of the Wake Forest Law Review & Moot Court Board, & a quarter-finalist in the Wake Forest Law School First Year Moot Court Competition, & recipient of the...
David A. Concha
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David A. Concha
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 23 years of experience
(704) 525-8824 725 E Trade St
#215
Charlotte, NC 28202
Free ConsultationBusiness, Immigration and Workers' Comp
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
My main area of practice is Immigration Law. I am the son of Immigrants. However, I also, handle uncontested divorce, criminal defense for most misdemeanors, name changes and legitimation, personal injury and workers compensation.
Drew Richards
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Drew Richards
Davidson, NC Business Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(704) 439-4441 215 South Main Street
Suite 301
Davidson, NC 28036
Business
University of Wisconsin - Madison
I enjoy working with clients to seek a just resolution of their dispute. Sometimes disputes can only be resolved by engaging the legal process through the courts, which I routinely do when necessary. My practice is concentrated on business ownership and control disputes, real estate and construction disputes (liens, payment and performance bonds, defective work claims, mediation and arbitration), summary ejectment and eviction proceedings, employment disputes, personal injury, and contract disputes.
Trey Lindley
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Trey Lindley
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 21 years of experience
(704) 457-1010 326 W. 10th St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Business, Appeals and Arbitration & Mediation
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
After graduating from high school in Charlotte, Trey attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Focused on attending law school and becoming a litigator, he pursued degrees in philosophy (with a focus on the ethicists) and political science. He graduated with Highest Distinction (ranking in the top three percent of 3% of his class) and was inducted as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Trey returned to Chapel Hill for law school and Trey served on the Attorney General’s Staff for the law school’s Honor Court and was a member of the North Carolina Law Review. Upon graduating...
Pamela Williams
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Pamela Williams
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer
(704) 370-2828 200 N McDowell St
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business and Appeals
University of South Carolina School of Law
Pamela Williams is a North Carolina native who worked as a paralegal before attending law school at the University of South Carolina. She now practices civil litigation, family law, personal injury, and appellate matters at Arnold & Smith, PLLC. She is licensed to practice law in North and South Carolina.
Garen McClure
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Garen McClure
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
(919) 200-0822 122 N. McDowell St.
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business
City University of New York Law School
Garen McClure is our Hillsborough-based attorney and litigator, with experience in traffic, business law, and estate planning. Garen utilizes his experience as a former New York City legal services attorney in assisting his clients to achieve their goals with respect to their litigation matters.* Garen has very broad litigation skills & the ability to work closely with his clients to ensure their involvement, providing very personal & responsive service. As a publicly educated attorney, Garen never strayed too far from his rural upbringing, and now uses his legal skill for the greater good.
Todd Stewart
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Todd Stewart
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(704) 552-5160 909 East Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28203
Business and International
Wake Forest University School of Law
Founded Stewart Law, P.A. in 1995

Drawing on my skills as an Attorney and CPA, I have a passion for working with business owners who are looking to grow and improve their companies. Personal estate planning is a natural extension to ensure that the company’s growth benefits the entrepreneur and his family. I have been personally involved with Strategic Coach in Chicago and other entrepreneurial coaching and am a Board Certified Specialist in Estate Planning and Probate Law. I am admitted to practice law in Virginia, North Carolina and South Carolina and maintain active licenses in both of the Carolinas.

In addition...
Karen Schuller Boardman
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Karen Schuller Boardman
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
(980) 376-2615 4601 Park Road, Suite 530
Charlotte, NC 28209
Business, IP and Trademarks
North Carolina Central University
Harrison A. Lord
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Harrison A. Lord
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 17 years of experience
(704) 457-1010 326 W. 10th Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Business and Appeals
Washington University School of Law
Harrison A. Lord is the founder and managing member of Lord & Lindley, PLLC. His practice focuses on helping small businesses reduce their risks, collect the money owed them, and plan for a successful future. Harrison represents clients in commercial litigation and disputes of all sorts. In that role, he’s tried cases before judges and juries all over North Carolina. But first and foremost, Harrison is a problem solver. His focus is always on getting the best result for his clients, and helping them find the solution that works for them and their business. Sometimes...
John D. Boutwell
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John D. Boutwell
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
(704) 377-4164 301 S McDowell St
#608
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business, Appeals and Real Estate
University of North Carolina School of Law
W. David Thurman
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W. David Thurman
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 41 years of experience
(704) 377-4164 301 S McDowell St
#608
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business
University of North Carolina School of Law
Nathan Hull
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Nathan Hull
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 25 years of experience
(704) 375-8488 1001 Morehead Square Drive
Suite 450
Charlotte, NC 28203
Business and IP
Wake Forest University School of Law
Douglas Matheson
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Douglas Matheson
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer
(704) 439-1350 9013 Perimeter Woods Dr
Suite I
Charlotte, NC 28216
Business and Real Estate
Campbell University
With over 20 years of experience in real estate law and closing real estate transactions, I understand your purchase or refinance transaction can feel overwhelming. Don’t go through the complicated and overwhelming process of buying or selling a home alone! Whether you’re getting ready to sell your house or buy a commercial property, you should hire a real estate lawyer to help it come together with fair and amenable results. I am here to provide you with advice, counsel, and peace of mind to help you through the process. Let's keep moving forward together.
Lance Edmonds
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Lance Edmonds
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 5 years of experience
(704) 285-8111 8511 Davis Lake Parkway
Suite C6-138
Charlotte, NC 28269
Business, Employment and IP
Liberty University School of Law
I am a licensed attorney in North Carolina. I graduated from Gardner-Webb University in 2014 and graduated from Liberty University School of Law in 2019. I was born and raised right here in North Carolina, and am passionate about the people of North Carolina and the needs they have. Myself, along with my two partners, started Fidelity Law Group, and our main practice areas include general business law, intellectual property law, employment law, criminal defense law, and family law. For me, I am the most passionate about criminal defense work as well as family law, but would be glad to...
Matthew G. Moore
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Matthew G. Moore
Mooresville, NC Business Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(704) 859-2030 114 Morlake Drive
Suite 202
Mooresville, NC 28117
Business
Matthew Moore was born in Charlotte, North Carolina, and attended college at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. During his undergraduate work, Matthew served as a member of the UNC Charlotte Pre-Law Society where he met his wife. He graduated on the Chancellor’s List, obtained a B.A. in Criminal Justice and Criminology and an Associate’s Degree in Spanish. While attending college, Matthew obtained a License from the North Carolina Justice Academy and became the youngest Concealed Carry Instructor in North Carolina. Upon graduation, Matthew attended law school where he served as a member of the Criminal Law Society, Family...
Ronald Skufca
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Ronald Skufca
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(704) 376-3030 1514 South Church St., Ste 101
Charlotte, NC 28203
Business and Arbitration & Mediation
Wake Forest University School of Law
Ron is the founder of Skufca Law and leads the firm’s litigation group representing businesses and individuals in the areas of business, construction, motorsports, and family law. He has substantial experience in the construction industry, NASCAR, and advising a wide range of businesses in all aspects of their legal issues. Ron currently serves as outside general counsel to several of his long-time business clients while continuing to work with individuals starting their own business or to resolve disputes that may arise. Ron is dedicated to helping both new and longtime business owners in a cost effective and efficient manner. Some...
James P. Galvin
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James P. Galvin
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
(704) 377-4164 301 S McDowell St
#608
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business and Real Estate
The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law
Joe Culik
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Joe Culik
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer
(980) 999-3557
Ext. 44
1200 E Morehead St
Suite 220
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business
Michigan State University College of Law
Attorney Joe Culik practices in the areas of business law, franchise law, and civil litigation. Joe started the law firm in 2008 and has earned a reputation for advocating strongly for small businesses, franchises, business owners, and consumers. Joe has litigated hundreds of cases successfully for small businesses and individuals in both trial and appellate courts. He has a record of fighting aggressively for his clients to obtain the best possible outcome. Because of his experience litigating cases throughout the court system, he is often able to find ways to avoid protracted litigation via negotiated resolutions. When advising businesses,...
Mr. John M. Miller
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Mr. John M. Miller
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 29 years of experience
(704) 906-5782 2145 McClintock Rd. #112
Charlotte, NC 28205
Free ConsultationBusiness, Communications, Entertainment & Sports and Real Estate
Marquette University Law School
Throughout my career I have had the opportunity to advocate for, provide services to, and learn from industry leading companies such as IMG, Roush Racing, Alston & Bird, LLP, DEWALT, Office Depot, Gatorade, Coca-Cola, Waste Management, Newell Rubbermaid and many others. What I learned is that in any industry and with each client – advocacy and accessibility are the imperative. It’s the culmination of these life and professional experiences that allows me to offer our clients that same focus on being an accessible advocate for their legal needs. I invite you to learn more about how...
Sonny T. Tran
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Sonny T. Tran
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
(980) 355-9318 4850 Old Pineville Road
Unit A
Charlotte, NC 28217
Business, Trademarks and Workers' Comp
Charlotte School of Law
Mr. Sonny Tran is an accomplished attorney with a decade of construction management experience prior to practicing law. Born in Columbia, SC, Mr. Tran spent most of his childhood in Charlotte, NC, and went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Civil-Construction Engineering from North Carolina State University. After graduating, he worked as a construction manager on several high-profile residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments in the Washington, DC area. During his nine-year tenure in Washington, DC, Mr. Tran was instrumental in managing the construction and renovation of over 900 residential units and several commercial projects totaling over $250,000,000. He was...
Ryan B. Tiede
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Ryan B. Tiede
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(704) 377-4164 301 S McDowell Street
#608
Charlotte, NC 28204
Business and Appeals
University of San Diego School of Law
Dennis O'Dea
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Dennis O'Dea
Charlotte , NC Business Law Lawyer with 52 years of experience
(704) 780-1544 122 N. McDowell Street
Charlotte , NC 28204
Free ConsultationBusiness and Bankruptcy
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Dennis O'Dea is a principal at the SFS LAW GROUP. He has practiced Insolvency, Bankruptcy, Commercial Litigation and legal malpractice for over twenty five years as a partner in major firms in Chicago, IL and New York City. The SFS LAW Group was formed in Charlotte, NC to provide a new model of practice in which the firm conducts joint engagements with experienced lawyers to provide legal support on a project basis that is superior to the legacy high overhead, lawyer heavy firms of the past. The resources and skills of...
Charles Kiel Garella
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Charles Kiel Garella
Charlotte, NC Business Law Attorney with 13 years of experience
(980) 321-7933 409 East Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28203
Business and Appeals
Kiel actively advises and represents clients faced with pending or active litigation. While he has experience handling a variety of civil matters, he primarily handles cases involving contractual disputes or other business related matters. He is a skilled litigator and represents both companies and individuals at both the trial and appellate court levels.
Jonathan Barber
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Jonathan Barber
Charlotte, NC Business Law Lawyer
(980) 202-5679 101 S Tryon St Suite 2700
Charlotte, NC 28280
Business
Liberty University School of Law
My name is Jonathan Barber, and I am a Managing Attorney at Franchise.Law in Charlotte, NC. I earned my JD from Liberty University School of Law in 2015, and now serve my clients with legal matters for both established franchisors and start-up franchisors. I also have a background in teaching business law and have been named a 2019 1851 Magazine Franchise Legal Player and 2019 Franchise Times Legal Eagle.
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