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John Edwards
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2017 Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
John Edwards is a skilled personal injury attorney in North Carolina and the founder of Edwards Kirby, LLP. With a background as a U.S. Senator for North Carolina, the 2004 Democratic Vice-Presidential nominee, and a U.S. presidential candidate, John has long been a proponent for civil rights and protecting those who cannot stand up for themselves. He has been practicing law since 1978 and is an established trial attorney. At Edwards Kirby, LLP, he strives to provide clients with the dedicated legal advocacy and uncompromising representation they deserve. Call the firm to learn more or to schedule your initial consultation.
Practice Areas:
Overview
- English
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1977
- North Carolina State University, B.S., graduated 1974
- North Carolina, 1977
- American Association for Justice - Member
- The Inner Circle of Advocates - Member
- English
- North Carolina, 1977
- American Association for Justice - Member
- The Inner Circle of Advocates - Member
- The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., graduated 1977
- North Carolina State University, B.S., graduated 1974
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Raleigh (2021)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Special Focus:
- Plaintiffs
News & Media
Case History
Cases
- $15 million settlement
Baby suffered a severe brain injury after a nurse failed to properly replace her breathing tube.
- $30.9 million settlement
5-year-old girl lost most of her intestines when she was trapped in a defective pool drain at a neighborhood pool.
- $13 million settlement
Infant who was permanently injured when EMS failed to adjust an oxygen tube that clearly dislodged, causing brain damage.
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