Travis S. Hinman

John Beltz represents foreign and domestic, public and private business entities, majority and minority equity holders, financial sponsors, founders, and governing boards. With over two decades of experience, John’s clients trust his extensive legal experience, business acumen, sophistication, calm demeanor, and creativity to achieve positive outcomes. John advises corporations and other business entities on a broad array of transactions, including cross-border transactions, mergers, ac...

Patrick H. Flanagan is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Civil Rights Law, Employment Law - Management, Litigation - Insurance, Litigation - Labor and Employment and Litigation - Municipal. Patrick H. practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Patrick H. Flanagan since 2013. 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 professio...

Michael Ryan Miller is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law. Michael Ryan practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Ryan Miller 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 Michael Ryan Miller is held by other lawyers.

Scott Tyler has more than two decades of experience successfully representing some of the nation’s largest financial services, manufacturing, real estate, and other companies in a range of complex disputes. He provides his clients with a practical approach to achieving a balance between business considerations and zealous advocacy. Scott focuses his time—and his clients’ resources—on a strategic path to success by creating a road map for each case, from pleadings to mo...

Christian Gerencir is dedicated to representing individuals and families who have been harmed due to the negligence of others. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Christian focuses his practice on Personal Injury Litigation for Plaintiffs and Workers’ Compensation Law for Claimants. He advocates for clients involved in workplace injuries, workers’ compensation claims, car wrecks, tractor-trailer accidents, and a wide range of personal injury matters, guiding them through each stag...

Preston O. Odom III is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Appellate Practice. Preston O. practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Preston O. Odom III since 2015. 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 Preston O. Odom III is held by other lawyers.

Annemarie Pantazis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants. Annemarie practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Annemarie Pantazis 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 Annemarie Pantazis is held by oth...

Marcus Spake is known for aggressively representing his clients, and for ensuring that their best interests are protected at all times. During his career, Marcus has represented both injured workers and defendants in workers’ compensation claims, giving him a vast depth of knowledge of both sides of the law. He firmly believes that every injured person deserves competent and effective counsel and uses his experience to his client’s absolute advantage. Marcus was born and raised in...

Elizabeth Murphy advises institutional and nonbank lenders on the origination and servicing of conduit and portfolio real estate loans. She is active in the firm’s Women’s Initiative and has been honored by the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy with its 2021 Pro Bono Award. Elizabeth represents senior and mezzanine lenders and borrowers in the origination and servicing of conduit and portfolio loans. She concentrates in originating loans secured by complex collateral structures ...

Nicholas P. Valaoras is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Nicholas P. practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Nicholas P. Valaoras 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 Nicholas P. Valaoras is held by other lawyers.