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Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence & Starling

United States 2025

Overview

Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence, & Starling began in 1969 when N. Leo Daughtry opened his firm in Smithfield, North Carolina. Since then, the firm has grown to become the well-known practice that we are today.

Clients throughout North Carolina come to our firm because of our reputation, the personal service we offer to our clients and our proven track record. We are known for our diverse approach to litigation and have been involved in litigation throughout the United States. We have attorneys who are licensed to practice in North Carolina and are admitted in both state and federal courts.

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Practice Areas:
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
2

Rankings

Regional

Raleigh

Tier
1
Raleigh
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Raleigh
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Tier
2
Raleigh
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
2
Raleigh
Family Law
Tier
3
Raleigh
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
Raleigh
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Rankings

Regional

Raleigh

Tier
1
Raleigh
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Raleigh
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Tier
2
Raleigh
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
2
Raleigh
Family Law
Tier
3
Raleigh
Commercial Litigation
Tier
3
Raleigh
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
3
Raleigh
Real Estate Law

Practice Areas

Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence & Starling has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 7 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Commercial Litigation

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence & Starling proudly has 2 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

Smithfield, NC
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