In the News
With more than 60 attorneys in our firm practicing in various areas of the law, the media trusts us to provide knowledge and information that concern the community and the state.
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Below Are Some of Our Most Recent Press Releases, News, and Appearances in Media:
Attorneys Coleman Cowan and Donald Clack Secure Multi-Million Dollar Judgment for Deceased’s Estate1
Firm Partner and litigation team lead Coleman Cowan and litigation attorney Donald Clack secured a $5.1M compensatory damages verdict for the family of a woman tragically killed in a 2023 car crash caused by a negligent driver.1 Read more.
James Scott Farrin Named to ‘Best Law Firms’ List for 10th Year in a Row
The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin has been named to the prestigious ‘Best Law Firms’ list by “Best Lawyers in America” for the 10th consecutive year. The firm received Tier 1 rankings for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants, and Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, showcasing its dedication to legal excellence across North and South Carolina. In addition, 28 attorneys at the firm were honored in the 2025 ‘Best Lawyers’ and ‘Ones to Watch’ lists. Read more.
James Scott Farrin Attorneys Recognized on 2025 North Carolina “Super Lawyers” Lists
Three attorneys from the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin have been selected for inclusion on prestigious 2025 North Carolina “Super Lawyers” lists: Coleman Cowan and Gary Jackson as ‘Super Lawyers’ and Nichad Davis on the ‘Rising Stars’ list.4 This peer recognition highlights our firm’s commitment to excellence in legal representation. Read more.
James Scott Farrin Chosen For a “Triangle Business Journal” 2024 ‘Fast 50 Award’
The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin is recognized on the “Triangle Business Journal’s” 32nd annual ‘Fast 50 Awards’ list, which “honors the area’s most dynamic privately held companies.”* Of the 50 companies selected, James Scott Farrin is the only law firm named to the list. Read more.
*‘Fast 50’ standards of inclusion: bizjournals.com.
28 James Scott Farrin Attorneys Honored by “Best Lawyers in America” for 2025
28 of our attorneys are being honored by “Best Lawyers in America,” which has become universally regarded as the definitive guide to legal excellence. 19 attorneys are recognized on the 2025 ‘Best Lawyers’ list, while 9 are named to the ‘Ones to Watch’ list for 2025. To see the rigid standards of inclusion, visit bestlawyers.com.
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*Standards of inclusion: bestlawyers.com
Other Appearances
Firm Partner Paul Dickinson Calls for Justice for Brittany Webb After Police Footage Released
June 12th, 2025: Attorney Paul Dickinson was featured on WSOC-TV 9 to discuss the case of an innocent woman killed as a result of a police car chase. Charlotte officers were pursuing a suspect in violation of orders when the wreck occurred, leaving a mother of two dead. Paul and the firm are fighting for justice for the victim’s family. Watch Paul’s interview.
James Scott Farrin Attorney Gary Jackson* Warns of Tariff Fraud in Business North Carolina Op Ed
June 5th, 2025: James Scott Farrin attorney Gary Jackson* writes of the looming possibility of escalating tariff fraud in his latest op-ed in Business North Carolina. As fraudulent importers intentionally evade paying the higher tariffs, competition is stifled, job market instability rises, and national security is threatened. Read now how whistleblowers like you can help report and stop the fraud. *Of counsel
Attorneys Coleman Cowan and Donald Clack Secure Multi-Million Dollar Judgment for Deceased’s Estate1
May 29th, 2025: Firm Partner and litigation team lead Coleman Cowan and litigation attorney Donald Clack secured a $5.1M compensatory damages verdict for the family of a woman tragically killed in a 2023 car crash caused by a negligent driver.1 Read more.
James Scott Farrin Partner Matt Harbin Elected as Fellow of the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers*
April 25th, 2025: Firm Partner and attorney Matt Harbin has been elected as a Fellow of the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, a distinguished national honor that “recognizes excellence in the workers’ compensation legal community.” Read more. *The rigorous standards of inclusion for this prestigious recognition can be found at cwclawyers.org.
Two More James Scott Farrin Attorneys Selected for NCAJ NEXT Leadership Program
April 17th, 2025: James Scott Farrin attorneys Catherine Elbakidze and Christina Hubbard have been selected for the esteemed 2025 NCAJ NEXT Leadership Program. This highly competitive program develops the next generation of trial lawyers in North Carolina. The two attorneys’ selection highlights their dedication to justice, leadership, and our clients. Read more.
Attorney Preston Lesley Admitted to Practice Before the U.S. Supreme Court
April 15th, 2025: Attorney Preston Lesley has been admitted to practice before the Supreme Court. He joins other attorneys at the firm with this prestigious admission. Having attorneys on the team who can advocate for clients at the highest level is a testament to the firm’s commitment to justice.
*For information regarding the standards for inclusion for awards mentioned, visit www.bestlawyers.com, www.superlawyers.com, www.usnews.com, thenationaltriallawyers.org, nclawyersweekly.com, nbltop100.org, businessnc.com, and www.martindale.com.