Miles S. Bruder

Lynwood leads the litigation practice. His practice experience encompasses a wide variety of civil litigation in both state and federal courts. He has extensive experience in all aspects of litigation, including depositions, hearings, and mediations, as well as, arbitrations, appeals, and cases tried to jury verdict. Lynwood also counsels individuals and businesses who are currently involved, or could potentially become involved, in litigation. He also provides national pre-suit negotiation a...

John C. Livingston is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Energy Law and Real Estate Law. John C. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized John C. Livingston since 2021. 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 John C. Livingston is held by other lawyers.

Buxton S. Copeland is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Buxton S. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Buxton S. Copeland 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 Buxton S. Copeland is held by other lawyers.

Jeff is an experienced workers’ compensation litigator serving the healthcare, hospitality and retail, manufacturing, professional services, and transportation industries among others. Jeff represents employers, third-party administrators and insurers throughout all stages of litigation, including appeals and subrogation lien recovery. Jeff also advises employers on matters involving employment discrimination and harassment, employee discipline and termination, workplace safety and OSHA...

3 Things to Know About Tom Wilmoth: He leads the firm’s litigation team handling mass torts, multidistrict litigation, and consumer class actions. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers on the Consumer Protection Law list (2025–2026).* He brings prior experience in complex corporate defense litigation, including product liability matters. Tom Wilmoth is a Partner at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin , where he focuses on complex litigation , including mass torts, federal multi...

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....

Evan is a litigator who works predominantly in the area of construction law. He represents and advises contractors, subcontractors, owners, and design professionals in all stages of the construction and development process. His experience includes drafting and negotiating construction, design, and design/build contracts. Additionally, he represents owners, contractors, and subcontractors in a variety of civil litigation matters. Evan, a Lumberton, North Carolina-native, earned his bachelor's ...

T. Shawn Howard is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. T. Shawn practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized T. Shawn Howard 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 T. Shawn Howard is held by other lawyers.

Robert Mills Kennedy, Jr. is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Insurance Law and Litigation - Insurance. Robert Mills practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Robert Mills Kennedy, Jr. since 2024. 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 Robert Mills Kennedy, Jr. is held by other lawyers.

Joseph Schouten is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Intellectual Property. Joseph practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Joseph Schouten 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 Joseph Schouten is held by other lawyers.