Jack is ardent in his pursuit of the best possible resolution on behalf of his clients in the fields of municipal law, employment law, and professional liability. With over a decade of experience in the practice of law, Jack employs a client-centric approach so as to minimize risk before litigation arises. However, should litigation prove inevitable, Jack is experienced in representing clients before administrative agencies, state courts, federal courts, and professional administrative or licensing boards.

Defense of Municipalities

Jack has extensive experience in representing municipalities in a variety of matters, including police and governmental liability, employment claims, prisoner suits, land use issues, premises liability and impact fee challenges.  He has worked with a number of different municipalities in North Carolina, and assists municipal officials, board members and their local counsel in either resolving or litigating claims as the need arises.

Defense of Employers

Jack’s employment practice includes representation of both private and public-sector employers against claims of wrongful termination, retaliation and alleged violations of Title VII, ADA, ADEA, FLSA, FMLA, and REDA (other claims under EPLI policies).  He has been successful in obtaining favorable results for clients before administrative agencies – such as the EEOC and the NCDOL – as well as in federal court.

Defense of Professionals

Jack also defends a variety of licensed professionals (including appraisers, home inspectors, attorneys, real estate agents/brokers and various medical practitioners) against claims of professional negligence and malpractice.  Since he began practicing law, Jack has represented these professionals in both state and federal court as well as before professional licensing and/or administrative boards.

 


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