Justin is an associate who practices in our civil litigation defense group in our Raleigh office and assists with cases in our Florida office. He represents businesses, professionals and insurance companies in disputes primarily focused on trucking, construction, and insurance defense. Having tried more than 50 jury cases to verdict, he is comfortable arguing cases before administrative tribunals and judges and juries and managing all stages of litigation from discovery, pre-trial hearings, motions, to trial and post-trial. He is equally adept in negotiating settlements.
Justin brings an impressive set of skills acquired from a decade of experience in military and government law allowing him to effectively navigate complexities of legal proceedings whether prosecuting or defending individuals or representing government and military entities. He has held positions of high-level responsibility requiring knowledge in specialized areas such as government ethics and information practices, regulatory law, intellectual property law, criminal defense, and national security. Additionally, Justin’s extraordinary discipline and work ethic contribute to strong advocacy for his clients.
“I have found that success in the courtroom comes from assertive advocacy anchored in reason. The lawyer who argues with the greatest clarity and conviction is the one most likely to prevail.”
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Education & Admissions
Education
Stetson University College of Law – JD 2014, trial team member, Student Veterans Organization, secretary
University of South Florida – BA 2010
Admissions
North Carolina 2025
District of Columbia 2025
Florida 2014
NC State Courts
Florida State Courts
Professional Affiliations
Army Reserve
North Carolina Bar Association
Wake County Bar Association
Claims & Litigation Management
Defense Research Institute (DRI)
North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys (NCADA)
Honors & Awards
Military
Meritorious Service Medal (Oak Leaf Cluster)
Joint Service Commendation Medal
Army Commendation Medal (Three Oak Leaf Clusters)
Army Achievement Medal (Three Oak Leaf Clusters)
U.S. Army Ranger Tab
Expert Infantry Badge
Parachutist Badge