Mica serves as legal counsel to clients in the aviation and global supply chain industries, representing airports, general aviation companies, FBOs, and manufacturing, technology, and service companies. She has experience with assisting clients in defending claims involving products liability, aviation accidents, personal injury, and wrongful death claims, as well as providing analysis of issues involving aviation expert witness challenges, aircraft valuation and damages, and contract dispute resolution. Mica assists clients through pre-suit negotiations, mediation, arbitration and litigation in State and Federal Courts.
As a Certified Global Business Professional (NASBITE), Mica has a specific focus on assisting global clients with their international operations including trade issues, international contracts, trade credit payment disputes, international arbitration, and dispute resolution. Mica is a founding Board Member of the Charlotte International Arbitration Society, and has served as Chair of the N.C. Bar Association’s International Law & Practice Section. She is also currently a member of the Carolinas World Trade Association, and was recently accepted to join the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC).
Mica is a Charlotte native, and since returning she has been dedicated to volunteering her time and giving back to the community. Over the years, she has served in leadership roles in several organizations. She founded and currently serves on Board of the Charlotte Asian Pacific American Bar Association (“CAPABA”). She has also served on the CSH’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee and the Mecklenburg County Bar’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee. Mica graduated from the first class of the “Leaders Under 40” program, established by the Community Building Initiative (CBI) in Charlotte, and then she served on the CBI Board. Mica graduated from the Bar Leadership Institute organized by the Mecklenburg County Bar, and has served as the Chair of the MCB’s Bar Leadership Institute committee. Mica also graduated from the N.C. Bar Association’s Leadership Academy, and as noted has served as the Chair of the N.C.B.A. International Law & Practice Section.
Articles, Presentations, and Publications
- “International Commercial Contracts” International Freight Forwarders & Customs Broker Association of Charlotte (August 2017) Charlotte, NC
- “International Commercial Arbitration – What Global Trade Creditors Should Know!” Association of International Credit and Trade Finance Professionals (June 2017) Webcast
- “Basics on International Contracts for US Exporters” Wake Technical Community College (April 2017) Cary, NC
- New Year, New Commercial Invoice! LinkedIn publication (January 3, 2017)
- Post-Election TPP Discussion hosted by CIAS LinkedIn publication (December 3, 2016)
- How do aerospace suppliers and manufacturers win big contracts? LinkedIn publication (August 21, 2016)
- International Anti-Suit Injunctions (a Double-Edged Sword), LinkedIn publication (April 2016)
- Orienting Your Moral Compass During an International Law Crisis, LinkedIn publication (February 2016)
- £148,516.75 Scottish judgment not repugnant to NC law, LinkedIn publication (November 2015)
- Follow up note on the TPP deal – Is ISDS still a part of the deal?, LinkedIn publication (October 2015)
- NBI Seminar – How to Get Your Social Media, Email and Text Evidence Admitted (and Keep Theirs Out) (December 2015) “Establishing Authenticity and Satisfying the Best Evidence Rule”
- Please contact Mica if you would like a copy of this slideshow presentation.
- INCOTERMS – Terms and Usage Break-out Session (June 2015) “International Law Symposium on International Contract Drafting” hosted by the Charlotte International Arbitration Society
- Please contact Mica if you would like a copy of this slideshow presentation.
- Legal Aspects of International Trade (November 2014) Central Piedmont Community College (Small Business Center Network)
- New OSHA Reporting Requirements (October 2014)
- Subrogation Recovery Principles, CEU Institute (March 2014)
- “Recognizing the Big Business of Small Business,” Construction and Contract Law Workshop, Institute of Minority Economic Development (October 2013)
- Construction Contractor Forum for minority and small-to-medium sized General Contractors, Charlotte, NC (September 30, 2013)
- “How to Grow Your Book of Business: Strategic Business Development Principles for Non-Equity Partners,” (May 2013) DRI Diversity for Success Seminar
- Legislative Changes in Construction Law—United Minority Contractors of NC, Greensboro, NC (April 26, 2013)
- Workers’ Compensation 101 Seminar–Mecklenburg County Bar, Charlotte, NC (February 16, 2011)
- “CISG 2010 Year in Review“— North Carolina Bar Association International Law & Practice Section (April 2011)
- Workers’ Compensation Law Update— NBI Seminar, Charlotte, NC (December 13, 2010)
- “Mediterraneo Engineering Co. v. Equatoriana Super Pumps, Or Getting ‘Pumped’ Up About Force Majeure“— North Carolina Bar Association International Law & Practice Section (November 2010)
- Co-presenter of a continuing education presentation for adjusters: “How to Handle an Asbestos Claim.” (November 2009)
- “An International Perspective of the Perils of Parol Evidence: A Practical Guide for the NC Practitioner“—Institute of International Commercial Law (December 2007)
Most Recent Posts
Mica Nguyen Worthy Obtained Favorable Pre-Suit Settlement
The Client, a general aviation pilot, contracted for the right to purchase a Jet with certain specifications and equipment. However,… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Assisted with Successful Formation and Negotiation of General Aviation Company’s Management Agreement
The Client, a general aviation private pilot, sought to establish a company and to purchase an aircraft to then have… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Obtained Favorable Resolution for Client
The Client, a general aviation company seeking certification as a Part 135 operator, purchased and had installed the appropriate GPS… Read More
Mica Worthy To Facilitate International Arbitration Panel at CIAS Annual Conference
Mica Nguyen Worthy will lead a panel discussion on International Arbitration at the Charlotte International Arbitration Society (CIAS) Annual Conference in Columbia, S.C. on Aug. 10. The inaugural event will focus on practical and applicable skills for international arbitration for members of the judiciary, practitioners of all skill levels and professionals who participate in cross-border operations.… Read More
Aviation April 2018
The CSH Law Aviation Practice Group experienced “Aviation April” this year. We started off the month at the SMU Air… Read More
Defense Obtained Voluntary Dismissal of the Case Without Payment of Settlement
Mica Nguyen Worthy (Charlotte) obtained a voluntary dismissal of a case where Plaintiff alleged he slipped on ice on hotel property and… Read More
Successful Negotiation and Settlement of Disputed International Payment
Mica Nguyen Worthy (Charlotte) represented buyer who was based out of South Korea and purchased computer chips from a supplier… Read More
Aviation Law News Alert: What We Can Learn From A Glider Who Flew Too Close To A Nuclear Power Plant
In the case of William Cox, personal representative for the estate of Robin Fleming, vs. Duke Energy, et. al. the… Read More
20 Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog Attorneys Named to 2018 N.C. Super Lawyers and Rising Star Lists
Today Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP (CSH Law) proudly announced that 20 of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2018 North Carolina Super Lawyers and 2018 North Carolina Rising Stars lists.… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Selected to Join IADC
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a partner based in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP (CSH Law), has been selected to join the International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC).… Read More
Mica Worthy Presents on “Basics on International Contracts for US Exporters”
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a litigator based in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, recently presented “Basics on International Contracts for US Exporters” at the Legal Aspects of International Trade Conference on April 12. The event took place at the Wake Technical Community College Western Wake Campus in Cary, NC.… Read More
Summary Judgment Affirmed on Appeal for Commercial Developer in Complex Construction Case
Patrick Flanagan and Mica Worthy (Defense Counsel), and Jaye Bingham-Hinch (Appellate Attorney) obtained summary judgment and dismissal of a complex… Read More
CSH Aviation Group prevails in Federal trial obtaining damage award for FBO Defendant with limited damages awarded to Plaintiff aircraft owner
Result: Defense verdict- Limited Damages and Reimbursement to Defendant The CSH Aviation Group (Susan Hofer and Mica Worthy) recently prevailed… Read More
Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP Names New Partners
Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP (CSH Law) today announced that three of its attorneys have been named partners in the firm. The new partners include Matthew Covington, Patrick Mincey and Mica Nguyen Worthy.… Read More
CSH Law Sponsors CWTA’s Salute the Troops Event
Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP proudly served as a sponsor for the Salute the Troops event hosted by the Charlotte World Trade Association (CWTA) and the USO of North Carolina. Attorney Mica Worthy is a member of the CWTA and was delighted to invite international business colleagues to attend.… Read More
Mica Worthy to Chair NCBA International Law and Practice Section
Mica Worthy, an attorney in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, has been named the Chair of the International Law and Practice Section of the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) for the 2016-2017 year. … Read More
Orienting Your Moral Compass During An International Law Crisis
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a litigator in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, recently authored the article “Orienting… Read More
Mica Worthy Obtained Favorable Opinion & Award from the IC in Back Injury Claim.
Mica Nguyen Worthy (Charlotte) recently obtained a favorable Opinion and Award from the Industrial Commission wherein a claimant alleged he… Read More
International Anti-Suit Injunctions (A Double-Edged Sword)
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a litigator in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, recently authored “International Anti-Suit Injunctions… Read More
Charlotte area Hotel Prevails on Motion to Dismiss for Plaintiff’s Failure to Amend Complaint to Add Correct Defendant Before Statute of Limitations.
Mica Worthy and a former CSH Law attorney (Defense Counsel), and Jaye Bingham-Hinch (Appellate Attorney) obtained dismissal of entire case and affirmation on appeal to… Read More
Mica Worthy Presents About Social Media Law
Mica Nguyen Worthy will present “Establishing Authenticity & Satisfying the Best Evidence Rule: The Unsurmountable Challenge,” as part of a comprehensive CLE program addressing social media legal issues by the National Business Institute. Mica is an attorney in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP.… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Spoke on International Arbitration Panel at CIAS Event
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a litigator in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP (CSH Law), served on a panel discussion about international arbitration at the International Business Networking Event and Open House of the Charlotte International Arbitration Society (CIAS) on Nov. 19.… Read More
Mica Worthy Speaks on Panel About International Law
Mica Nguyen Worthy, an attorney in the Charlotte office of Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP, participated in a panel discussion at the Charlotte School of Law on behalf of the North Carolina Bar Association International Law and Practice Section on Oct. 13.… Read More
CSH Law to Sponsor International Law Symposium
CSH Law is proud to serve as one of the title sponsors for the 2015 International Law Symposium on International Contract Drafting.… Read More
CSH Law Attorneys Discuss Importance of Networking with Law Students
On April 7, Janelle Lyons and Mica Nguyen Worthy participated in a panel discussion regarding the importance of networking as a… Read More
Mica N. Worthy announces Inaugural CIAS International Law Symposium
Mica Nguyen Worthy is serving as the Chair of the Educational and Outreach Committee for the Charlotte International Arbitration Society… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Joins New Board, Charlotte International Arbitration Society
Mica Nguyen Worthy, a litigator in the Charlotte office of CSH Law, has been working with the Executive Board to found the new non-profit organization, the Charlotte International Arbitration Society (CIAS). … Read More
CSH Law Co-Sponsors Networking Event with the Mecklenburg Co. Asian Pacific American Bar in Charlotte
CSH Law firm sponsors the Happy Hour event hosted by the Mecklenburg County Asian Pacific American Bar Association (MAP-Bar) in Charlotte.… Read More
Mica Worthy Presents At International Trade Law Seminar
Mica Nguyen Worthy, an attorney in the Charlotte office of CSH Law, recently presented on International Dispute Resolution at the Legal Aspects of International Trade Seminar.… Read More
New OSHA Reporting Requirements
CSH Law was one of the sponsors for the 5th Annual ABC Carolinas Safety Conference on October 2, 2014. At the… Read More
Flanagan and Worthy Obtain Dismissal of All Claims Against Condominium Association
Pat Flanagan and Mica Worthy obtained a dismissal of the case against a condominium association that was sued when the community voted for and approved a special assessment for renovations, as the complex was in a state of disrepair such that the Town Building Inspections had deemed it condemned.… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Named to Lawyers of Color’s 2014 Hot List
Mica Nguyen Worthy, an attorney in the Charlotte office of CSH Law, is named in the Lawyers of Color Second Annual Hot List.… Read More
Are You Ready for Your Construction Project?
While Ben Franklin was actually referencing fire-fighting in Philadelphia when he said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound… Read More
Mica Worthy Completes NCBA Leadership Academy
Mica Worthy, an attorney based in the CSH Law Charlotte office, graduated from the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) Leadership Academy Class of 2013.… Read More
Mica Worthy Selected for NCBA Leadership Academy Class of 2013
Charlotte attorney Mica Nguyen Worthy selected for the North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA) Leadership Academy Class of 2013.… Read More
Mica Nguyen Worthy Chosen as Adjunct Professor for Charlotte School of Law
Mica Nguyen Worthy has been selected as an adjunct professor for the Charlotte School of Law.… Read More