Richard L. Vanore

Richard L. Vanore

Greensboro, NC recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2006
Carruthers & Roth PA

9 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Biography

Richard Vanore is a litigator experienced in professional malpractice, health law, personal injury, commercial disputes and other areas of civil litigation. As a core member of the Carruthers & Roth Healthcare and Litigation practice teams, he works closely with insurance companies, physicians, dentists, hospitals, individuals, real estate developers and property owners.

Much of Richard’s practice involves healthcare providers. He has served as lead defense counsel in hundreds of medical malpractice lawsuits involving both jury trials and arbitrations. He also represents medical professionals in a variety of disciplinary matters– including licensure, privileges and contractual rights pending before the North Carolina Medical Board, hospitals, national medical societies and healthcare insurance companies. He helps to negotiate employment agreements and provides legal counsel on day-to-day issues as well.

Richard is also certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission to conduct Mediated Settlement Conferences in Superior Court cases and utilizes his litigation experience to assist conflicting parties in resolving their disputes through effective facilitation.

Richard’s experience in the healthcare arena makes him a sought-after speaker. He has presented to a variety of healthcare industry organizations, associations, corporations and physician groups.

Richard has been recognized for his professional excellence by publications such as Best Lawyers in America and North Carolina Super Lawyers. He was named “Triad Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants Lawyer of the Year” for 2022 and “Triad Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants Lawyer of the Year” for 2021 by Best Lawyers. In addition to this, Richard was honored as 2012 “Father of the Year” by the Greater Greensboro Area Father’s Day Council.

Carruthers & Roth PA

9 Best Lawyers awards

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Overview

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D. , graduated 1973
  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, A.B., graduated 1969

  • North Carolina, 1973

  • American Bar Association - Member
  • American Board of Trial Advocates - Member
  • Defense Research Institute - Member
  • Greensboro Bar Association - Member
  • North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys - Member
  • North Carolina Bar Association - Member

  • United States Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • U.S. Tax Court
  • All North Carolina State Courts
  • U.S. District Courts for Eastern, Middle, and Western North Carolina
  • North Carolina, 1973
  • American Bar Association - Member
  • American Board of Trial Advocates - Member
  • Defense Research Institute - Member
  • Greensboro Bar Association - Member
  • North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys - Member
  • North Carolina Bar Association - Member
  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D. , graduated 1973
  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, A.B., graduated 1969
  • United States Supreme Court
  • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
  • U.S. Tax Court
  • All North Carolina State Courts
  • U.S. District Courts for Eastern, Middle, and Western North Carolina

Client Testimonials

One of the best. I cannot think of any lawyer that surpasses Richard in his knowledge, attention to detail, work ethic, and genuine concern for his client's wellbeing. He sets the bar very high!

Richard Vanore is one of the most thorough, hardworking, and competitive attorneys I have ever met. His courtroom skills and knowledge of the subject matter are second to none. I would not hesitate to hire him if I needed counsel. I highly recommend him.

Jim Davis (Medical Mutual Insurance Company of North Carolina)

Raleigh, NC

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2022 - Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2021 - Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2017 - Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2012 - Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Triad (2024)
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Triad (2022)
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Triad (2021)
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Greensboro (2017)
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, Greensboro (2012)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
Additional Areas of Practice:
  • Medical Malpractice Law
  • Personal Injury Litigation
  • Professional Malpractice Law
Special Focus:
  • Civil Litigation
  • Commercial Disputes
  • Health Care
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Professional Malpractice
Awards:
  • Business North Carolina: Legal Elite, 2008, 2011
  • The Greater Greensboro Area Father's Day Council: Father of the Year, 2012
  • Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminentâ„¢ Peer Review Rated
  • Best Lawyers in America: Triad Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," 2022
  • Best Lawyers in America, 2006-2023
  • Best Lawyers in America: Triad Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," 2021
  • Best Lawyers in America: Greensboro Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," 2017
  • Best Lawyers in America: Greensboro Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants "Lawyer of the Year," 2012
  • Continental Who’s Who
  • United Who's Who Registry
  • University of North Carolina School of Law: Law Review, Order of the Coif
  • United Way of Greater Greensboro Volunteer Service Award
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers, 2006-2019

Additional Information

  • Community Service
American Lung Association, North Carolina Chapter Board Member
  • Community Service
Greensboro Youth Soccer Association, Board Member and Former President
  • Community Service
United Way of Greater Greensboro, Goal Area and Community Investment Council

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