Overview

Since 1993, Edwards Kirby, LLP has been helping clients in Raleigh and throughout North Carolina who have suffered serious injury as a result of someone else’s negligence. From car and truck accidents to defective products, medical negligence and more, their personal injury lawyers have the experience, skill, and resources to take on even the most complex of cases. The firm is selective about the cases they take on. Because of this, defense lawyers and insurance companies know that when Edwards Kirby, LLP takes a case, it has merit. Over the past 25 years, they have won more million-dollar verdicts and settlements than any other law firm in North Carolina.

The Raleigh-based personal injury lawyers at Edwards Kirby, LLP have been selected by their peers as being among the best trial lawyers in North Carolina and the nation. This reputation for legal skill and an established track record, has helped the firm obtain quicker, better, bigger settlements from insurance companies. Their team focuses on complex cases, including those involving birth injuries and commercial vehicle accidents. In every instance, they offer contingent fees, meaning you don’t pay any lawyers’ fees unless they recover a monetary award on your behalf.

Founded:
1993
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Practice Areas:
2
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
2

Rankings

Regional

Raleigh

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1
Raleigh
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
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1
Raleigh
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
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1
Raleigh
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Firm Leadership

Rankings

Regional

Raleigh

Tier
1
Raleigh
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
Raleigh
Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

Edwards Kirby LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 5 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Edwards Kirby LLP 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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Firm News

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April 25, 2019
John Edwards Helps Recover $15M Settlement for Mother of Brain-Damaged Newborn
Read Article John Edwards Helps Recover $15M Settlement for Mother of Brain-Damaged Newborn

Offices & Contacts

Raleigh, NC
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