After graduating from the University of North Carolina Law School with honors, Joel spent two years as a law clerk on the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit – one year as a staff attorney and one year as a clerk to the Honorable William B. Traxler, Jr. Joel has since spent his entire career helping clients who faced civil litigation in a wide range of practice areas. During that time, Joel has helped a broad spectrum of clients - from individuals to companies in the manufacturing, communications, healthcare, and financial services industries, just to name a few. In addition to his experience in the trial courts, Joel has helped numerous clients in the appellate courts. Given the combined trial and appellate experience that Larry and Joel bring to the table, they will be there to help you navigate every stage of the legal process. For a list of some notable results Larry and Joel have achieved, please see our Case Results page.

Viral Mehta has called Charlotte his home for over 30 years. He attended and graduated from Charlotte-Mecklenburg public schools. He then graduated from nearby Davidson College with a Bachelor of Arts in History. Mr. Mehta obtained his law degree from Wake Forest University School of Law and then returned home to Charlotte to begin his legal practice. Mr. Mehta spent the first decade of his legal career defending employers and large insurance companies in workers’ compensation claims. Mr. Mehta developed expertise in workers’ compensation law, but he felt a lack of fulfillment in representing insurance companies against injured workers. Mr. Mehta began representing injured workers when he founded the workers’ compensation practice group at a local law firm. Mr. Mehta then co-founded Mehta & McConnell PLLC. Mr. Mehta’s previous experience representing insurance companies gave him the insight necessary to effectively represent injured workers. He knows how insurance companies and adjusters handle workers’ compensation claims. Mr. Mehta is a North Carolina State Bar board-certified specialist in workers’ compensation law. He has obtained favorable decisions before all levels of the North Carolina Industrial Commission, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court. Viral Mehta was a contributing author of the 2017 edition of the North Carolina Workers’ Compensation LexisNexis Practice Guide, and he was selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Mr. Mehta is certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission as a Superior Court mediator. He enjoys mediating cases, especially workers’ compensation claims. In addition to practicing workers’ compensation law, Mr. Mehta also handles personal injury cases. Mr. Mehta is married with one son and a dog named Alfred. He enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, sports, and reading.

Since 1998, Samuel J. Randall, IV has built a solid reputation among his peers, adversaries, and the judiciary in North Carolina as an aggressive and skilled criminal defense lawyer and advocate for his clients. Mr. Randall has represented hundreds of clients in criminal defense matters in the Federal and State courts of North Carolina. Mr. Randall’s clients have been accused of every crime in the book, ranging from the most serious of matters, such as First Degree Murder and Drug Trafficking to lesser charges such as Shoplifting, Possession and Traffic Violations. Mr. Randall handles criminal matters in State and Federal Courts throughout North Carolina. His commitment to representing individuals charged by the State and Federal government led Mr. Randall to become a Board Certified Specialist in both State and Federal Criminal Law by the North Carolina State bar in 2004. He was recertified in 2010. Currently there are over 28,000 licensed attorneys in North Carolina but only 53 are Specialists in both State and Federal Criminal law. Mr. Randall grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended Quail Hollow Junior High school and South Mecklenburg High School. In 1987, Mr. Randall joined the United States Navy and served as a Hospital Corpsman until he was Honorably Discharged in 1991. During his time in the Navy, Mr. Randall became qualified as an Aircrew member and performed Search and Rescue missions as an in-flight medical technician. He is a Gulf War Veteran having served with HMM-226 during operation Desert Storm where he provided inflight medical assistance to wounded troops. After the Navy Mr. Randall attended the University of North Carolina at Wilmington where he received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy and Religion. Mr. Randall received his law degree from California Western School of Law in San Diego California. In 2012, Mr. Randall graduated from the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Wyoming and in 2013 graduated from both Graduate programs offered by the Trial Lawyers College. Mr. Randall has been able to use his experience and knowledge of criminal law and procedure to gain a dismissal or reduction of the charges against his clients, to negotiate a favorable outcome for the client, or to win an acquittal after a trial of the charges. Most importantly, Samuel J. Randall, IV knows that to his clients and their families, all criminal charges are serious matters. Every case and every client deserves an attorney who will do everything possible to gain a dismissal, reduction or acquittal of the charges, if at all possible. Mr. Randall and his staff are committed to doing just that for you. For more than 15 years, Mr. Randall has been providing a broad range of high-quality legal services to a wide range of clients, including both businesses and individuals. Mr. Randall understands that if you are accused of committing a crime, your freedom, your family, your reputation and your job may be at stake. Don’t hire an attorney based solely upon their advertisements. With so much at stake, be certain of your attorney’s competence, reputation and experience as a criminal defense attorney. If you or a loved one have been arrested and charged with a crime in North Carolina or have learned that you may be the subject or target of a state or federal criminal investigation, the most important decision you can make is deciding who will represent you in fighting against these charges or in putting a halt to the investigation. Being accused of a crime is a serious matter. Having a criminal conviction on one’s record can have long-standing and devastating consequences for you and your family. The criminal defense attorney that you or your family should turn to should be one who possesses the highest level of professional skills, who has for years successfully represented people accused of wrongdoing, and who can assure you and your family that you will receive the kind of personalized attention and care that you deserve under this most trying of circumstances. And, of course, the lawyer should be willing to work with you to pay for his services.

C. Randy Emory was born and raised in the small, rural town of Wilson NC. Throughout his childhood, Mr. Emory displayed many leadership qualities. In High School, Randy was President of the Student Body, also finding time to excel and letter in three sports. Ultimately, Mr. Emory decided to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for his collegiate studies. While there, he continued his involvement in student government, serving on a multitude of committees. Randy also mentored children in the Big Brother Big Sister Program. He is a very proud member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. After graduating from UNC in 1985, Mr. Emory enrolled in law school at North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC. While in his studies, he also interned with State Farm Insurance company. There he was able to really grasp how Insurance Companies handled their many claims that they received on a daily basis. After completing Law School, Randy worked in the claims department at State Farm Insurance for three years. While there, he handled over three thousand auto claims, gaining valuable knowledge. In 1991, Mr. Emory was able to transfer that knowledge to an established personal injury firm in Charlotte where he worked for ten years. In 2001, Randy started the Emory Law Firm, and it has been successfully operating ever since. He has handled over 16,000 auto claims during his career. Randy remains a very active member in his community, having served as Vice Chairman of the Citizen Review Board for the Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department. He also has taken the responsibility of helping at risk youth in his area. Mr. Emory is also a member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. He currently resides with his wife Tammy and two boys.​

The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman's size and area of concentration allow us to be responsive to your needs by providing keen and effective solutions to the difficult financial issues you may be facing. The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC will not take on any case unless it can be addressed immediately. Life is tough as it is, let us make it a little easier. At The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC, we know how to stop foreclosure attorneys' actions. We want to help you dig out of the economic hole. With a career and family, it's easy to get lost in the numbers. Let The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC be there to stop foreclosure or wage garnishment and help you get a fresh start, and get back on your feet. As a debt relief agency, we help people and businesses file for bankruptcy, which includes Chapters 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Lawyer.com Member Questionnaire Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference. At a recent hearing, the Chapter 13 Trustee was planning to dismiss my client’s case. I was able to show proof that my client had been facing employment challenges, but was now employed, and in a good position to satisfy her monthly mortgage payments. This showing of new employment was sufficient; my client’s case was not dismissed. As such, she was able to continue living in her home. While walking my client out of the hearing, instead of shaking my hand, she gave me a big hug, and said, “God is good, thank you!” Re: made a difference How did you build a successful practice? I built a successful practice through hard work, perseverance…and the prayers of my parents. What information do you need in a free phone consultation? To ensure success during free phone consultations, I need the following information: a. the type of debt you have; b. the type of property you have; c. whether you wish to improve your credit score; d. if you do not own property, whether you wish to obtain such in the near future. What is the most rewarding aspect of your job? The most rewarding aspect of my job is the opportunity to help others. What are your other interests in addition to law? a. family; b. fitness; and c. the Carolina Panthers.

Andrew was born and raised in Syracuse, NY and moved to Charlotte in 2010 to pursue his legal education. Having grown up with 8 siblings and step-siblings, Andrew has been preparing to be a litigator his entire life. ​ He attended SUNY Cortland for his undergraduate studies where he majored in Political Science. He went on to law school shortly after where he completed his graduation requirements in two and a half years; a full semester early. While in law school, Andrew was inducted into the Order of the Crown academic honor society, served as the president of the LGBT Legal Society, and received pro bono highest honors for his volunteer work during law school. Andrew also completed two internships with the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office and the Iredell District Attorney’s office, serving as lead counsel on multiple criminal trials.

Rashad Blossom believes that all people deserve to be treated with fairness and compassion, especially under the law. He used to work at a large law firm but wanted to be a lawyer for people like his parents and friends who can't afford a big law firm, but still needed quality advice. In matters regarding bankruptcy, debt, and Fair Debt Practices Act, Mr. Blossom is dedicated to getting you back on track. For a FREE consultation, please contact Rashad Blossom online or call 704-256-7766.

Attorney Charles Ali Everage has more than 20 years of experience as a civil litigator. He is a passionate advocate for injured workers, the disabled applying for Social Security Disability benefits, and families experiencing a wrongful death. Originally from Montgomery, Alabama, he was admitted to practice in Alabama in 1998 before relocating to Charlotte in 2003. Mr. Everage is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University in 1995 and graduated law school from Georgetown University Law in 1998. In addition to being licensed in Alabama and North Carolina, Mr. Everage is admitted to practice in all three federal courts in North Carolina and Alabama, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.

Herbert W. Auger, Esq., started his career as an attorney with a large law firm that represented personal injury victims. The firm represented auto, bus, motorcycle and trucking accident victims. It also provided assistance with medical malpractice cases; premises liability claims; and workers’ compensation claims arising from construction accidents and other on-the-job injuries. He subsequently left that practice to focus on founding his own law firm. Mr. Auger started his private practice in 1992 in New York and moved the practice to North Carolina in 1995. He has now been practicing law for over 20 years, and has spent the last 16 years practicing in North Carolina, where he has made a home for himself and his family. Mr. Auger believes in aggressive, high-impact representation for auto accident victims and manages his law firm so that he can get the highest awards for his clients possible.