Civil and Criminal Litigation and Appellate Practice,
including workers' compensation, constitutional, labor,
employment, and disability insurance law

Norman B. Smith and J. David James began practicing law together in 1971. Later joined by Margaret Rowlett and Seth R. Cohen, our firm represent clients on a wide variety of legal matters throughout the Piedmont Triad area.  We strive to be a full service law firm for individuals looking for attorneys they can consult about the legal matters that arise in daily life, from the need for a will to claims from an injury. Our firm has achieved the highest rating for legal ability in Martindale-Hubbell.

All of our firm's attorneys are listed in the 2011 edition of the prestigious compilation, The Best Lawyers in America:  Norman B. Smith in the Appellate, First Amendment, and Labor and Employment Law sections; J. David James and Seth R. Cohen in Labor and Employment Law; and Margaret Rowlett in Workers' Compensation law.

If you are seeking high-quality legal services from attorneys licensed to practice law in North Carolina, you have come to the right place.  We do not limit our practice to only a few types of claims.  Please feel free to call us to discuss your specific situation.  Our goal is to have one of our attorneys return your call within two business days.  We offer FREE initial consultations in most cases.  We look forward to hearing from you!  Call (336) 274-2992!