Other Appearances
James Scott Farrin Named to ‘Best Law Firms’ List for 10th Year in a Row
November 7th, 2024: 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.
Attorney Gary Jackson Featured in Carolina Public Press Article on Scams in Western NC After Helene
November 5th, 2024: James Scott Farrin attorney Gary Jackson* is featured in a recent article by the Carolina Public Press about scams in western North Carolina in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Jackson warns that several different types of fraud often take place in the wake of disaster situations, including insurance fraud and contractor fraud. Read more. Attorney no longer with firm. *Of counsel
James Scott Farrin Attorney John Wheatley Pens Op-Ed About the Dangers of Car Insurance Safe Driving Programs
October 25th, 2024: Personal injury attorney John Wheatley wrote a recent article for the Carolina Journal warning readers of the potential dangers and downsides of participating in auto insurance safe driving programs. Read the editorial here. Attorney no longer with firm.
James Scott Farrin Attorney Catherine Elbakidze Quoted in Article on Touchscreens & Distracted Driving
October 24th, 2024: Catherine E. Elbakidze appeared in an article by the “Daily Dot” highlighting the dangers of distracted driving and calling for more rigorous measures to protect drivers and passengers. Speaking in particular on touchscreens that can distract drivers, Elbakidze emphasizes that carmakers have a responsibility to ensure their designs prioritize safety. Read the full article here.
James Scott Farrin Chosen For a “Triangle Business Journal” 2024 ‘Fast 50 Award’
October 18th, 2024:
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.James Scott Farrin Attorney Nichad Davis Recognized on Prestigious Civil Rights List
September 26th, 2024: The Law Offices of James Scott Farrin announced that attorney Nichad Davis is being honored by "Best Lawyers in America" on its 'Ones to Watch' list for 2025 in the categories of Civil Rights Law and Personal Injury Law – Plaintiffs. To see the rigid standards of inclusion, visit bestlawyers.com.
*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.

