Blog entries tagged Press Releases

James Scott Farrin sponsors Walk Like MADD to benefit Mothers Against Drunk Driving

Michael Jordan — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:51:37 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (April 9, 2010) For the fifth year in a row, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin was a local sponsor of the Walk Like MADD fundraiser to support the North Carolina Chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). The event was held on March 27 at North Carolina State University’s (NCSU) Centennial Campus.

In addition to the firm’s significant financial contribution, a large number of the firm’s attorneys, staff, friends and family participatedRead More...

Litigation attorney joins Law Offices of James Scott Farrin

Michael Jordan — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 14:47:00 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (April 21, 2010) Attorney Adrienne Blocker has recently joined the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin as a Litigation attorney in the Personal Injury Department.

Adrienne Blocker worked as a legal secretary and a certified legal assistant for 12 years before receiving her J.D. from Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in 1998. She received her B.A. in Business Management from Minot State University in Minot, North Dakota in 1990.

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James Scott Farrin attorney gives free legal advice to Spanish-speakers

Michael Jordan — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 16:14:25 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (March 30, 2010) Attorney Rick Fleming, managing attorney for the Social Security Department of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, participated as a Spanish-speaking lawyer at the North Carolina Bar Association’s (NCBA) third annual “4ALL Statewide Service Day” on March 5.

Through the event, low-income people throughout North Carolina could call a toll-free number and speak with an attorney about a variety of legal issues. ThroughRead More...

James Scott Farrin attorney recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers magazine

Michael Jordan — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:28:52 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (March 25, 2010) For the second consecutive year (2009 and 2010), Attorney Sean Cole, a North Carolina personal injury lawyer for the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, has been named a “Rising Star” by North Carolina Super Lawyers.

To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. Rising Stars undergo a rigorous, multiphase process which combines peer nominationRead More...

James Scott Farrin hires new Social Security Disability attorney

Michael Jordan — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:42:36 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (March 16, 2010) The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is proud to announce that Attorney Crystal Rouse has joined the firm as an associate attorney in the Social Security Disability Department.

Crystal Rouse received her J.D. from the North Carolina Central University School of Law and her B.A. in English from Barton College. She had eight years of experience as a Social Security Disability Determination Services Examiner prior to obtaining her law degree in 20Read More...

James Scott Farrin attorneys co-chair statewide legal seminar

Michael Jordan — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:45:00 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (March 8, 2010) Attorneys Donald Bardes and Perry J. Pelaez of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin recently served as co-chairs of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice’s “2010 Disbursement Seminar.” The full-day event took place on Jan. 22 at the North Carolina Advocates for Justice’s headquarters in Raleigh, with simulcasts statewide.

About 90 paralegals and personal injury attorneys from Greenville to Asheville attended the Jan. 22Read More...

James Scott Farrin supports radiothon for Duke Children’s Hospital

Michael Jordan — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:58:43 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (March 3, 2010) For the 5th consecutive year, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has supported the annual Mix 101.5 WRAL-FM Radiothon to benefit Duke Children’s Hospital and Health Center in Durham, North Carolina.

This year the firm served as a “Circle of Compassion” sponsor and several of its staff members volunteered their time manning the phone bank.

Duke Children’s Hospital holds a special place in the heart of the Law OfficesRead More...

James Scott Farrin attorney appointed to North Carolina Commission for Mental Health, ...

Michael Jordan — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 16:44:09 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Feb. 25, 2010) Matthew Harbin, an attorney in the Workers’ Compensation Department at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, has recently been appointed by North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue to a two-and-a-half year term on the North Carolina Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services.

The Commission has the authority to adopt, amend and repeal rules to be used in the implementation of state and local mental Read More...

Law Offices of James Scott Farrin Joins Haitian relief effort

Michael Jordan — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 18:39:11 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Feb. 5, 2010) People the world over have been moved by the touching images of the Haitian people’s struggle following the devastating earthquake in Port-au-Prince on Jan 12. The employees of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin are no exception.

With the support of its employees and staff, the firm has taken up a donation for the cause. Keeping with its principle of giving back to the community, the firm has collected funds – as well as select medicaRead More...

James Scott Farrin attorney co-chairs statewide legal conference

Michael Jordan — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 21:20:37 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Feb. 1, 2010) Sean Cole, a personal injury attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, served as co-chair of “Mountain Magic,” the annual fall convention of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ). The event was held at the Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina from Oct. 22-24.

Mountain Magic is one of the NCAJ’s premier Continuing Legal Education (CLE) events, with topics ranging from product liability and workers’ compensation law to predRead More...

James Scott Farrin donates to community gift drives

Michael Jordan — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:05:13 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Jan. 13, 2010) As part of its ongoing community outreach, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin was proud to partner with the Durham Rescue Mission and the Central Children’s Home of North Carolina to provide holiday gifts to 36 underprivileged children and youths this holiday season.

The firm received the names of 23 children from the Durham Rescue Mission and 13 children and youths from the Central Children’s Home of North Carolina ranging in age frRead More...

James Scott Farrin donates to Ronald McDonald House of Durham

Michael Jordan — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:05:29 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Jan. 11, 2010) Since adopting several families who resided in the Ronald McDonald House of Durham during the holidays a few years ago, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has felt a special connection to the Ronald McDonald House this time of year.

Over Thanksgiving, the firm provided two hams from HoneyBakedHam® stores for the 40 staff members, residents and family members at the House. Recently, the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin donRead More...

Five James Scott Farrin attorneys win North Carolina Advocates for Justice Awards

Michael Jordan — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 21:06:48 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Jan. 7, 2010) Five attorneys from the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin have received 2009 Order of Service Awards from the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ).

The 2009 award is given to members who were generous in their contributions of service in advancing NCAJ’s mission of protecting people’s rights during the period of July 1, 2008-June 30, 2009.

Those who’ve won awards are:

J. Stewart Clontz
During the award perioRead More...

James Scott Farrin attorney reaches out to new lawyers

Michael Jordan — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:47:58 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Jan. 6, 2010) Sean Cole, a personal injury attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, spoke at a seminar sponsored by the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ) titled “Trying Your First Case.” The event was held at NCAJ headquarters in Raleigh on Sept. 18.

The seminar covered topics ranging from preparing for the trial to continued vigilance after the trial is over. Cole focused his talk on jury selection and the presentation and handling of witnRead More...

Law Offices of James Scott Farrin helps Duke Children’s Hospital

Michael Jordan — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:06:53 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Dec. 21, 2009) For the forth consecutive year, employees from the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin were on hand to help make the Duke Children’s Hospital and Health Center’s annual Teddy Bear Ball a rousing success. The 20th annual event raised more than $220,000 to support hospital programs.

Several James Scott Farrin employees donated their time setting up the decorations and the silent auction prior to the event.

Duke Children’s HospitRead More...

James Scott Farrin Attorney Earns Board Certification

Michael Jordan — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:22:39 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (Dec. 16, 2009) The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is proud to announce that Attorney Barry Jennings has recently passed the exam to become a Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law.

Board Certified Specialists are lawyers certified by the North Carolina State Bar as having demonstrated special knowledge, skill and proficiency in a specific area of law. The certification process for workers’ compensation law requires at least five years of suRead More...

The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin Supports U.S. Troops

Michael Jordan — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:19:06 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (December 9, 2009) Two employees of the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin with children in the military have provided the firm with a concrete way to show appreciation to the nation’s men and women in uniform.

Under their guidance, the firm has provided boxes for the past six months where staff members place donations ranging from puzzles and books to soap, shampoo and baked goods. The firm donates postage to send the supplies to troops in Iraq and AfghRead More...

James Scott Farrin moves to Downtown Durham

Michael Jordan — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 17:01:40 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (November 24, 2009) The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin will hit a home run this week as it completes its move to the Diamond View II building at the American Tobacco Campus in downtown Durham, North Carolina. The building is located just beyond Durham Bulls Athletic Park's left field.

With the move, the firm becomes one of the largest employers in downtown Durham, with more than 120 employees. Its offices will occupy more than 50,000 square feet.

James Scott Farrin Helps Ronald McDonald House of Durham

Michael Jordan — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:55:14 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (November 12, 2009) When the Ronald McDonald House of Durham, North Carolina reached out to the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin to help it provide a Halloween experience for its residents, James Scott Farrin answered the call.

Only a week after the firm asked its attorneys and staff to donate candy and small toys, 25 pounds of treats were raised and delivered to the Ronald McDonald House of Durham. This ensured that even children with seriouRead More...

James Scott Farrin Attorney Edits Prominent Legal Manual

Michael Jordan — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:57:42 +0100

DURHAM, North Carolina (November 4, 2009) Sean A.B. Cole, a personal injury attorney at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, was Editor in Chief of the newly released North Carolina Manual of Complaints – 3rd Ed. The manual provides a quick reference guide to attorneys regarding a broad spectrum of complaints, including new chapters on Nursing Home Litigation and General Negligence Cases. Other chapters cover automobile negligence, employment law, premises liability, products liability, medRead More...