Charlotte Criminal and Civil Attorneys

Arnold and Smith, PLLC

200 North McDowell Street Charlotte, North Carolina 28204 USA

 (704) 370-2828 or (855) 370-2828
 (704) 370-2202

www.arnoldsmithlaw.com
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Law Firm Overview

Arnold & Smith, PLLC is an experienced and knowledgeable law firm located in Charlotte, North Carolina. We will give your case the attention it deserves. We will fight for your rights, doing everything we can to minimize the impact on your life and maximize results. If you are faced with anything from a traffic ticket to a serious felony, turn to the law firm of Arnold & Smith, PLLC to assist you. Mr. Arnold and Mr. Smith are experienced trial attorneys who have the knowledge and dedication to seek the best possible result for you.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Contract Disputes; Fraud/Unfair & Deceptive Trade Practices

Practice Areas Description

Our law practice includes:

- Business Litigation

Contract Disputes
Today, contract disputes arise in many different contexts. We regularly encounter service contracts, construction contracts, employment contracts and the like. To be legally enforceable, a contract does not necessarily have to be in writing. We also routinely see cases involving shareholder or member disputes relating to closely held companies or Limited Liability Companies. If you find yourself in a contract dispute, it is important to seek competent legal counsel early in the process. Effective legal representation can often help to avoid litigation. Or, if litigation is unavoidable, your lawyer can help you to negotiate a favorable resolution, minimize exposure, or present a strong case to the Arbitrator, Judge or jury.

Eminent Domain
What happens when the government decides that it wants to take your real estate through the power of eminent domain? Often referred to as condemnation, the taking of real property by a governmental agency can lead to a complicated valuation analysis which relies heavily upon expert testimony. The legal process can be quite involved and lengthy. Often times eminent domain cases can be very emotionally taxing because you are having your property taken from you against your will. Arnold & Smith, PLLC is experienced in handling eminent domain cases.

Employment Law
Legal issues commonly arise in the employment context in the following areas: Noncompete Agreements; Trade Secrets Litigation; Retaliatory Discharge; Hostile Work Environment; Constructive Discharge; Unemployment Benefits; Discrimination; and, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Claims. If you are facing any of these legal matters, it is important to seek competent legal representation to advocate on your behalf.

Fraud/Unfair & Deceptive Trade Practices
The ways in which fraud or unfair and deceptive trade practices may be committed are limited only by the imaginations of the ill intentioned. Whether facing a con-artist or an unscrupulous business, it is important to know your legal rights. Under North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 1D, punitive damages may be awarded in an amount up to $250,000.00 or three times the actual damages - whichever is greater. Similarly, a successful claim under North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 75 for unfair and deceptive trade practices will entitle the plaintiff to recover treble (triple) damages plus attorneys' fees.

- Criminal Defense

State and Federal Criminal Charges
When individuals face significant criminal liability in state or federal courts, including appeals, they require dedicated representation. We'll thoroughly investigate and prepare prior to trial and vigorously defend your case, using all the resources available to us. Our firm represents clients with violations ranging from white-collar cases to felonious murder. The members of our firm have developed the keen understanding of state and federal criminal procedural process and critical sentencing guidelines required to protect your rights passionately and effectively. We'll protect your dignity and reputation by guarding your confidences and doing everything possible to minimize publicity.

- Family Law

Divorce Representation
At Arnold & Smith, PLLC, we are committed to helping our clients through the emotionally charged and complicated process of obtaining a separation and divorce in an economical and effective manner. Please feel free to give us a call if you would like to speak with one of our lawyers. We handle divorce cases in the greater Charlotte area, including: Mecklenburg County, Cabarrus County, Gaston County and Union County. The formal entry of a Judgment of Absolute Divorce is only one part of the process. These matters may need attention and resolution as well: Equitable Distribution, Debt, and Business Interests; Child Custody and Visitation; Child Support; Alimony /Post-separation Support (PSS); Separation Agreements; Adultery; 50B Domestic Violence Restraining Orders; 50C Stalking Restraining Orders; and, Alienation of Affection/Criminal Conversation.

- DWI/DUI

J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC is a former Mecklenburg County Assistant District Attorney. As both a prosecutor and a defense lawyer, Mr. Smith has personally handled hundreds, if not thousands, of North Carolina DWI cases.

- Personal Injury

Suffering a traumatic injury can be a life changing experience. Whether it be a result of a car accident, a slip and fall, a dog bite or some other unforeseen circumstance, it is important to secure legal representation early in the process. It is necessary to present a clear and convincing claim to the insurance company in an effort to resolve a personal injury claim without having to file suit. If it is necessary to file suit, the experienced litigators at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are up to the task. Let your injury lawyer at Arnold & Smith, PLLC handle the stress and worry of dealing with the insurance company so you can focus on getting healthy. Mr. Arnold is experienced in handling personal injury claims; he formerly worked as an insurance defense lawyer defending injury claims for insurance companies.

- Traffic Citations

Attorney J. Bradley Smith, of Arnold & Smith, PLLC, is a former Mecklenburg County District Attorney. As a prosecutor and a defense lawyer, Mr. Smith has handled thousands of speeding tickets and traffic tickets in Mecklenburg County. Mr. Smith only handles speeding tickets in Mecklenburg County and he knows his way around the courthouse.

- Workers' Compensation

If you have been injured on the job, you may be entitled to make a claim for workers' compensation insurance benefits. You may be entitled to have your medical bills, prescription costs, and travel expenses paid. You may also be entitled to paid time off while you recover from your injury. In the event you are permanently injured, you may receive a lump sum payment in settlement of your workers' compensation claim. Certain forms must be filed with the North Carolina Industrial Commission and delivered to your employer after your injury, so it is important to seek legal representation soon after you are injured. Let your workers' compensation lawyer at Arnold & Smith, PLLC handle the stress and worry of dealing with the insurance company, the North Carolina Industrial Commission and your employer so you can focus on getting healthy. Mr. Arnold is experienced in handling injury claims; he formerly worked as an insurance defense lawyer defending injury claims for insurance companies.

Attorneys

	Matthew Arnold Co Managing Attorney Civil Rights, Family Law, Litigation, Personal Injury		Laura Cobb Attorney Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Litigation, Motor Vehicles
	J. Bradley Smith Co Managing Attorney Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Motor Vehicles

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