Overview

As a firm, our strength lies in our experience. We are trial attorneys. It’s in our blood, and it means we fight hard for our clients, no matter what — even if a case never sees the inside of a courtroom. That’s the Lincoln Derr Advantage.

Our attorneys represent some of the largest healthcare providers, municipalities and Fortune 500 companies throughout the Southeast. We have handled a wide range of matters, from breach of contract to construction defects, professional negligence to catastrophic personal injury, and municipal liability to complex business disputes. We’ve logged more than 10,000 hours in the courtroom and 150-plus years of combined practice experience.

The law has a reputation for being mostly white and largely male. Our firm turns that stereotype on its head. At Lincoln Derr, women and minorities make up the majority of our team, creating an inclusive atmosphere in which our individual differences are recognized as an underutilized resource rather than a paralyzing obstacle. Our culture promotes and rewards mutual respect, collaboration and the free-flowing exchange of ideas, for the benefit of our team and our clients.

We know our juries and our court system, local nuances and laws. Even better, we know our opponents. As our firm has grown throughout the Southeast, so has our reputation for being deeply rooted in the communities we serve. We now represent clients in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Maryland.

We believe the best way to resolve a case is to be prepared to win in the courtroom. By creating a trial strategy that incorporates strategic settlement planning, we deliver unparalleled service to our clients — and save them millions.

Founded:
2009
Size:
10
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Practice Areas:
13
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
5

Rankings

Regional

Charlotte

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1
Charlotte
Commercial Litigation
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1
Charlotte
Health Care Law
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1
Charlotte
Litigation - Health Care
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1
Charlotte
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
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1
Charlotte
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
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1
Charlotte
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

Firm Leadership

Rankings

Regional

Charlotte

Tier
1
Charlotte
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Charlotte
Health Care Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Health Care
Tier
1
Charlotte
Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
Tier
1
Charlotte
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Charlotte
Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Tier
1
Charlotte
Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Practice Areas

Lincoln Derr PLLC 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:
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Health Care Law
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Health Care
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Mediation
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
  • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Lincoln Derr PLLC proudly has 5 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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November 5, 2024
Defense Victory in the Court of Appeals
Read Article Defense Victory in the Court of Appeals
October 2, 2024
NC Lawyers Weekly: Women-Led Law Firms
Read Article NC Lawyers Weekly: Women-Led Law Firms
September 5, 2024
Trial Win in Mecklenburg County
Read Article Trial Win in Mecklenburg County
June 3, 2024
Lincoln Derr Secures Defense Verdict in York County
Read Article Lincoln Derr Secures Defense Verdict in York County
January 25, 2023
North Carolina Super Lawyers 2023
Read Article North Carolina Super Lawyers 2023
June 20, 2022
Sara Lincoln Recognized at NCADA Meeting
Read Article Sara Lincoln Recognized at NCADA Meeting
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Awards

Lincoln Derr PLLC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Lincoln Derr PLLC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Lincoln Derr PLLC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
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Offices & Contacts

Charlotte, NC
5925 Carnegie Boulevard, Suite 350
Charlotte, NC 28209
United States
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