M. Todd "Todd" Sullivan

Gavin Parsons is an experienced attorney representing many clients—from large corporations to local businesses and individuals—in high-stakes civil litigation in state and federal courts, including the North Carolina Business Court. Known for his practical, results-driven style, Gavin employs a strategic approach and creative thinking to deliver solutions clients need in a manner they appreciate. With a practice centered on both business and intellectual property litigation, Gavin...

Dieter Mauch is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Dieter practices law in Durham, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Dieter Mauch since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Dieter Mauch is held by other lawyers.

Kelly J. Mackay is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Kelly J. practices law in Durham, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Kelly J. Mackay since 2017. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kelly J. Mackay is held by other lawyers.

As a partner at the firm, Ben Whitley joins his father to provide comprehensive legal representation for their clients. The motivation for the Whitley family’s commitment to law stems from a desire to assist injured individuals, particularly when they face challenges against larger corporations. "Every case proceeds from a position of strength or we don’t proceed at all," says Ben, who has been involved in personal injury law since the beginning of his career for over two decades....

Alice C. Stubbs is a partner in the firm. She joined Tharrington Smith in 2006 after completing eight years as a Wake County District Court judge. First appointed in 1997 by Governor Jim Hunt, she was elected to the judgeship in 1998 and 2002. During her time on the bench, Ms. Stubbs presided in domestic court; was certified as a juvenile judge in 2001; and was designated as a family court judge from 2002 through 2005. Ms. Stubbs is a native of New Bern. She graduated from Phillips Academy in...

John W. Narron has been practicing law in North Carolina since 1977 and has been a partner with Smith Debnam since 1987. Mr. Narron’s practice consists of litigation, arbitration, mediation and business transactions. For 30 years, Mr. Narron has provided advice and litigation services to clients in central and eastern North Carolina in all manner of civil disputes frequently involving equitable distribution proceedings, alimony trials, will caveats, employment disputes, personal injury ...

Devon is one of the firm's Managing Directors. Her practice encompasses a wide range of labor and employment issues, including wage and hour matters, federal contractor compliance, employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims, employee discipline and termination decisions, personnel policies and practices, restrictive covenants, and background checks. Devon regularly counsels HR executives and C-suite officers, navigating them through the many state and federal requirements f...

3 Things to Know About Jason Campbell: He is the former Chair & Legislative Co-Chair of the Eminent Domain Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. He worked for 13+ years as an Assistant Attorney General for the North Carolina Department of Justice representing the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He has argued cases before the North Carolina Court of Appeals. Jason Campbell is a Partner at the NC Eminent Domain Law Firm , a division of the Law Offices of James Sc...

Alison R. Cayton is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Finance Law and Real Estate Law. Alison R. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Alison R. Cayton since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Alison R. Cayton is held by other lawyers.

3 Things to Know About Daniel Lehrer: He is a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law. He was recognized on the “Best Lawyers” list for Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants (2024–2026) after previously being named to Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” list (2021–2023).* He brings hands-on experience across all stages of workers’ compensation cases, from investigation to negotiation to litigation. D...