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.​

R. Steve Bowden grew up in Liberty, North Carolina, a product of the public schools. He was the first in his family to get a secondary degree. He attended Wake Forest University on an athletic scholarship. There he lettered in football, was named to the All ACC team in 1971 and played on Wake’s first conference championship football team. At Wake Forest, Steve met Carlyn Jeffries (a native of Burlington, NC) who he married in 1974; they have two daughters, Lori and Jennifer. After Steve's graduation from WFU, he taught school for two years at the Forsyth County Public Schools. Thereafter, he went to the Norman Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University. He graduated as a member of the law school’s first class. Steve is in private practice (R. Steve Bowden & Associates, PC) handling civil litigation. His primary areas of practice are Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation. Steve’s wife, Carlyn, is a two-time graduate of Wake Forest with a BA degree and an MBA. She currently manages the law firm. His daughter, Jennifer, is an attorney in practice with R. Steve Bowden & Associates. She graduated from the Elon School of Law. His daughter, Lori earned an MBA from the Harvard Business School and is currently employed by Ross Dress For Less in New York City.

As a fixture in State and Federal Courts across North Carolina since 1999, Todd Smith has dedicated his practice to helping regular people faced with some of the worst situations that they have ever encountered. He believes in doing right by his clients and providing the highest level of representation for them, because it is important to him to give back to his community. His roots run deep in central North Carolina, having grown up in Alamance County, where his family still lives and works today. The most important lesson that he has learned from his parents and from growing up in North Carolina is to fight for what you believe is right. When your hands are tied, he's got your back.

Lawrence Thomas McPhail is a retired Troop Commander for the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, having served for twenty-eight years. He also served proudly in the U.S. Army Reserve. McPhail attended North Carolina Central University as an undergraduate, majoring in Criminal Justice and graduating with summa cum laude honors in 2007. In 2011, he graduated from North Carolina Central University School of Law Evening Program and earned his Jurist Doctorate. Subsequently, he passed the North Carolina State Bar and received his law license. McPhail is trained and knowledgeable in Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement, Driving While Impaired Detection, Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST), and the Intox EC/IR II, an automated breath testing instrument used in North Carolina to detect and measure alcohol in a person’s breath. He has also received training in the operation of the Radar and Lidar instrument used for speed enforcement in North Carolina. Due to his training and his supervisory role over State Troopers he is aware of what to look for on traffic tickets and what is required for a law enforcement officer to conduct an investigatory traffic stop.

Attorney Bryant aggressively fights for legal rights! He is motivated by an unrelenting passion for justice and compassion for clients. He brings over 20 years of legal experience to the legal battlefront on behalf of clients. Your cause is our cause. Your concern is our concern. Your fight is our battle. As a client, you become a part of our law firm family. Call today (877) 277-9495.

Roderick T. McIver, known by many as Todd, is the esteemed attorney at the helm of the McIver Law Firm in Winston-Salem, NC. With a profound commitment to justice and a wealth of experience, Todd’s journey to this point has been defined by unwavering dedication. He embarked on his educational journey at Winston-Salem State University, where he honed his intellect and passion, eventually graduating with distinction. He furthered his academic pursuits at Wake Forest University, earning his law degree with exceptional merit. Licensed to practice exclusively in North Carolina since 1995, Todd McIver has dedicated his career to serving his community. His accomplishments resonate deeply within the legal sphere, having held the distinguished position of President of the Winston-Salem Bar Association. Notably, Todd’s role as Editor in Chief of the JuryView, a prominent legal magazine, underscores his prowess in the legal arena. While Todd has steered numerous cases to successful resolutions, he humbly acknowledges that his focus remains on the pursuit of justice rather than personal publicity. His dedication to his clients is paramount, evident through his initiation of the McIver Law Firm. He believes fervently in the principle that the law must serve all individuals equally, regardless of their circumstances. Guided by this principle, Todd established his firm as a beacon of hope and a source of unwavering support for those in need. With a legacy of excellence spanning over two decades, Roderick T. McIver continues to champion the rights of his clients and the values of the legal system. His embodiment of integrity, empathy, and legal acumen cements his status as a revered attorney and a stalwart advocate for justice.

Sarah Thacker is a practicing lawyer in the state of North Carolina handling Bankruptcy and Tax matters.

A lifelong North Carolinian, Kristen was born and raised in Brevard, North Carolina. She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro earning a BA degree summa cum laude in 1998 then law school at Wake Forest University where she was a recipient of the Wake Forest University Law Faculty Scholarship. Kristen has served as a law clerk for two federal bankruptcy judges – the Honorable J. Craig Whitley of Charlotte, North Carolina and the Honorable Thomas W. Waldrep, Jr. of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Since 2001, Kristen has concentrated primarily on bankruptcy matters representing debtors, creditors, and trustees in all aspects of consumer and business bankruptcy proceedings. Kristen is a member of the North Carolina State Bar and the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys. During her career, she has published articles on bankruptcy topics in national publications and authored a chapter in the North Carolina Bankruptcy Practice Manual. Kristen is the mother of twin girls. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, Pilates, and reading.

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.​

Joel G. Bowden Esquire as the Senior Lawyer has been in practice for more than 25 years. Mr. Bowden is proficient in personal injury cases.