Civil Rights law in North Carolina covers discrimination, police misconduct, First Amendment violations, voting rights, and civil liberties. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. North Carolina has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to civil rights cases, and attorneys who practice in Superior Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

The statute of limitations for civil rights matters in North Carolina is generally 3 years, though specific deadlines vary by case type. Cases proceed through Superior Court, and North Carolina's state laws may provide protections or requirements that differ from federal standards. The North Carolina State Bar sets the professional standards for practitioners, and attorneys who focus on civil rights in North Carolina bring jurisdictional expertise that general practitioners often lack.

Choosing the right civil rights attorney in North Carolina means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

For a detailed overview of how civil rights law works in North Carolina — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to civil rights law in North Carolina. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Brennan Tyler Brooks - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of B. Tyler Brooks, PLLC
 100 East Lake Drive Suite 6 Greensboro NC 27403
(336) 564-6255
Villanova University School of Law (2018)
Michigan Bar
Active License
Antitrust Law Appeals & Appellate Business Law
Adam Peoples - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Hall Booth Smith, PC
 72 Patton Ave Asheville NC 28801
Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Construction Law
Nicholas White - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
King Law Offices, PC
 22 S. Pack Square, Ste 700 Asheville NC 28801
(828) 288-3085
Campbell Law School (2014)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights Construction Law
Jordan Ashley Morris - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Morris Law Office
 102 Person Street, Ste. C Fayetteville NC 28301
(910) 858-5005
Florida Coastal School of Law (2010)
Oklahoma Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Criminal Law Divorce
Donald B. Ford - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Ford Law Firm
 360 Lake Dornoch Drive Pinehurst NC 28374
(919) 414-7063
Bar #44669
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Criminal Law
Joshua D. Xerri - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tarlton Law PLLC
 PO Box 91624 Raleigh NC 27675
Wake Forest University (2021)
4th Circuit Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Criminal Law White Collar Crime
Gene A. Riddle - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Riddle & Brantley
 807 North Queen St. By Appointment Only Kinston NC 28501
(919) 778-9700
Wake Forest University School of Law (1981)
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Civil Rights Nursing Home Abuse
Steven L. Gourley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Stewart, Schmidlin & Bullock PLLC
 115 S. Third Street Smithfield NC 27577
(919) 989-8900
Michigan State University College of Law
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Consumer Law
George W Moore - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Moore Law Office, PLLC
 One Oak Plaza, Suite 303 Asheville NC 28801
(828) 258-8053
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (1968)
U.S. Supreme Court Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights
Kevin Murphy - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Herrmann & Murphy, PLLC
 400 Clarice Avenue Suite 100 Charlotte NC 28204
(704) 940-6399
University System of Georgia - University of Georgia (2007)
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights
Regina Sarkis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Regina Sarkis, PLLC
 21 Goodway Drive Rochester NY 14623
(704) 257-4565
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Employment Law
Seth R. Cohen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Deuterman Law Group
 3524 Lawndale Drive Greensboro NC 27408
(336) 920-8365
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury
William Barrett Holman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
DeMayo Law Offices, LLC
 600 C East Farringdom St. Lumberton NC 28358
Wake Forest University (2002)
Bar #28582
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Clark D Tew - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 113 N. Center St. Suite 200 Statesville NC 28677
(704) 873-2131
Wake Forest University School of Law (2007)
English, German
4th Circuit Bar
Active License
Agricultural Law Business Law Civil Rights
Benjamin Scott Burnside - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Deuterman Law Group
 514 S Stratford Road Suite 280 Winston-Salem NC 27103
(336) 920-8365
University of North Carolina School of Law (2006)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Personal Injury Social Security Disability
Nichad Davis - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Tin Fulton Walker & Owen, PLLC
 119 E. Main Street Durham NC 27701
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Employment Law Personal Injury
Robert E. Whitley - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Whitley Law Firm Injury Lawyers
 Post Office Box 5309 2506 North Herritage Street Kinston NC 28503
(252) 523-3000
Bar #6445
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Verified
Civil Rights Medical Malpractice Personal Injury
Neubia Harris - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
The Law Office of Neubia L. Harris, PLLC
 312 W. Millbrook Road Suite 141 Raleigh NC 27609
(919) 526-0500
Wake Forest University School of Law
English, Spanish
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Education Law Social Security Disability
Brian Patrick Hogan - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc.
 Legal Aid of North Carolina, Inc. 122 North Elm Street, Suite 700 Greensboro NC 27401
(336) 272-0148
University of North Carolina School of Law (2003)
English
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Domestic Violence Gov & Administrative Law
Micheal Littlejohn Jr. - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Littlejohn Law, PLLC
 P.O. Box 16661 Charlotte NC 28297-6661
Charlotte School of Law (2012)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Employment Law Personal Injury
Narendra K Ghosh - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Patterson Harkavy LLP
 100 Europa Drive Suite 250 Chapel Hill NC 27517
(919) 942-5200
New York University School of Law (2002)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Civil Rights Employment Law
Kristen Beightol - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Edwards Beightol, LLC
 1033 Oberlin Road, Suite 100 Raleigh NC 27605
(919) 636-5100
Georgia Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Employment Law Medical Malpractice
Daniel Deuterman - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Deuterman Law Group
 514 S Stratford Road, Suite 280 Winston-Salem NC 27103
(336) 920-8365
University of North Carolina School of Law
English, Spanish
VA Certification Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Nursing Home Abuse Personal Injury
Kenan Lee Isitt - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 160 N. Main Street #4 Waynesville NC 28786
Seattle University (2001)
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Civil Rights Criminal Law Personal Injury
Burton Craige - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1312 Annapolis Drive Suite 103 Raleigh NC 27608
(919) 755-1812
University of North Carolina School of Law (1980)
English
North Carolina Bar
Active License
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Medical Malpractice
John Alan High - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 109 Courthouse Square Whiteville NC 28472
(910) 642-8136
Campbell Law School (1992)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Criminal Law
David Mills - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 1559 E Booker Dairy Rd Smithfield NC 27577
(919) 934-7235
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Bankruptcy Business Law Civil Rights
Aaron James Longo - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 Bank of America Corporate Center Charlotte North Carolina 28202
(704) 373-8958
University of Virginia School of Law (2003)
North Carolina Bar
Unknown Status
Arbitration & Mediation Civil Rights Divorce
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