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Moore & Van Allen PLLC

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75 Regional Rankings
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Overview

Moore & Van Allen is a full-service law firm that serves international, national, regional, and local clients in a wide range of industries and areas of focus, including corporate, financial services, commercial real estate, health care, manufacturing, retail, individual wealth management, and technology. Our focus on our clients has led to steady growth as one of the largest law firms in the Southeast with over 400 attorneys in over 90 areas of focus. We are strategically structured to nimbly provide clients with a comprehensive suite of legal services, collaborating across disciplines on their behalf.

Clients consist of 8 of the 12 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Carolina, 27 of the current Fortune 200 companies, and 54 of the current Fortune 500 companies.

Nationally recognized, culturally inclusive, and community-spirited, we understand that success for our clients comes from investing in the strength of ideas and the power of collaboration.


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Practice Areas:
50
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
106

Rankings

National

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2
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation
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2
National Ranking
Equipment Finance Law
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3
National Ranking
Banking and Finance Law
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3
National Ranking
Corporate Law
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3
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning Law
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3
National Ranking
Litigation - ERISA

Regional

Charleston-SC

Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Corporate Governance Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Corporate Law

Highlighted Client Comments

These featured testimonials reflect a sampling of client experiences. As every legal matter is unique—comments are personal opinions, not guarantees of future results.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
I've worked with Moore & Van Allen for 20+ years and can't say enough about how great they are to work with.
 
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
I rate Moore & Van Allen as excellent in all six areas of criteria. I have worked with them on several cases with very good results. They have the legal expertise and understand the bank's goals and concerns. They are a pleasure to work with and are unfailingly responsive. I would not hesitate to recommend the firm.
 
Corporate Law
Partners Scott Syfert and James Wyche of Moore & Van Allen do a tremendous job representing our company on corporate law matters.
 
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen does a very thorough job and we count on them greatly in the diligence process.
 
Corporate Law
I have worked with Moore & Van Allen since 2010. The experience has been excellent. They have a very good knowledge base and high ranking for responsiveness, as well as cost-effectiveness. They are my preferred law firm to work with on private equity investment.
 
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen continues to help us navigate thru a set of complex transactions with diplomacy and tact. John McIntosh has done a terrific job over the last five years. One of the best I have seen over the years.
 
Corporate Law
The team at Moore & Van Allen has an outstanding understanding of our business. They do an excellent job of protecting our firm while still being practical from a risk management perspective. They are highly responsive to our needs and in my 20 plus years of working with the team at MVA they have never let me down by not making something happen that we told them was very important to us. They do a great job of hiring 'good' people that are easy to relate to and the kind you would want as your neighbor.
 
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
I have worked with Moore & Van Allen since 2010. The experience has been excellent. They have a very good knowledge base and high ranking for responsiveness, as well as cost-effectiveness. They are my preferred law firm to work with on private equity investment.
 
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
David Eades, Steve Gruendel, Trey Rayburn and Jim Langdon of Moore & Van Allen are terrific partners to work with. They bring a big firm and lots of expertise and resources to the table but at a reasonable cost.
 
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Moore & Van Allen did an outstanding job done over the last couple of years in helping us issue debt securities.
 
Trusts and Estates
Moore & Van Allen attorney Paul Lynch is a very professional attorney who is great at simplifying complicated topics, managing sophisticated plans, and working as part of a wealth management team of professionals.
 
Corporate Governance Law
Moore & Van Allen is an excellent firm and does a wonderful job providing cost-effective, practical advice on complex corporate governance, M&A and commercial legal matters. They are my go-to firm.
 
Energy Law
Moore & Van Allen has great value and are client-focused.
 
Banking and Finance Law
The attorneys that I work with at Moore & Van Allen are a group of highly competent individuals with a huge focus on being responsive to their client needs. They are by far one of the top professional law firms that I've ever worked with in my +30 years in corporate finance.
Scott Tocci
Regions Bank
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Moore & Van Allen delivered thoughtful and in-depth consideration in connection with securities/capital markets law.
Jacob Stein
The Fresh Market
Corporate Law
Moore & Van Allen provided expert legal advice and support to senior management in connection with earnings releases, securities offerings, enterprise governance, shareholder engagement and matters related to the company's strategic initiatives.
Jacob Stein
The Fresh Market
Trademark Law
Mark Wilson of Moore & Van Allen has done a great job for us in intelligently making sure that the product names we seek to trademark would be easily protected and defended. More importantly, he has helped us protect our brand and in several cases helped us receive financial compensation for violating our trademarks without having to litigate. We are in the innovative product development business, and Mark has provided great service. He is easy to work with and provides CEO level business strategy guidance to us.
Bob Salvin
Salvin Dental Specialties
Trademark Law
I have worked with Moore & Van Allen (MVA) for 25 years on various items, including significant IP items. Their work has consistently met or exceeded my expectations.
Jim Risko
TLV Corporation
Copyright Law
Strong legal analysis skills combined with a superior understanding of client risk appetite makes this Moore & Van Allen a team player as opposed to an outsider. Moore & Van Allen takes the time to understand the client and the client's business needs in the market and easily adapts to changes in the market. The key to their success in representing us is the understanding that they have of the personalities within our organization and the risk tolerance of the business. They also have excellent communication even in off hours.
Christin Reische
The Cato Corporation
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen's James Wyche and his team including Wade Sample, Rob Rust, Tom O'Bannon and Danny Johnson have worked with our team to complete a Public to Private, private recap MBO, and a business unit divestiture all in the last two and a half years. They are a tremendous set of resources and are viewed as a critical part of our M&A team.
Eric Pike
Chairman and CEO – Pike Electric Corporation
Corporate Governance Law
Moore & Van Allen and specifically James Wyche have been our source for Corporate Governance Law for over 12 years. They continue to provide superlative service and legal advice while maintaining a cost structure that gives us top legal counsek at very reasonable rates.
Eric Pike
Chairman and CEO – Pike Electric Corporation
Corporate Law
James Wyche of Moore & Van Allen is one of the finest corporate lawyers I have worked with.
Terry Katon
Regions Bank
Securities Regulation
As a public registrant our company routinely has need for collaborative advise regarding securities regulations. James Wyche of Moore & Van Allen demonstrates great expertise and judgement in providing advise in this highly sensitive area.
James Frias
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer – Nucor Corporation
Energy Law
I have worked with Moore & Van Allen since 2010. The experience has been excellent. They have a very good knowledge base and high ranking for responsiveness, as well as cost-effectiveness. They are my preferred law firm to work with on private equity investment.
 
Corporate Governance Law
We work with James Wyche of Moore & Van Allen in Corporate Governance and feel like we have a highly trusted partnership relationship.
James Frias
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer – Nucor Corporation
Corporate Law
We rely and Moore & Van Allen's (MVA) expertise in a broad range of corporate legal matters. We can count on MVA to give us a very prompt initial response followed by thorough research and a more complete final response. Their understanding of our business significantly enhances the effectiveness of their service. There are many names that come to mind, but our longest history is with Jeremy Godwin who we highly value as strategic business partner.
James Frias
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer – Nucor Corporation
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen are crucial partners in M&A. They uncover and address risks, focus on the appropriate business issues, and work with the client to drive a successful outcome. If that isn't available, they are not hesitant to offer advice on walking away.
Matt Fisher
Pike Corporation
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Moore & Van Allen is our primary counsel for all employee benefits matters including ERISA and IRS matters. We use them extensively for all benefit matters for both qualified and non-qualified employee plans. They are extremely well qualified in all aspects of employee benefit related matters.
Clifford Deal
Vice President & Treasurer – Coca Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen has done extensive legal work for us on multiple M&A transactions over the past several years. They have been an integral part of our M&A team from the inception of deal negotiations to closing. The attorneys with whom we work are extremely capable and have provided value added service on an ongoing basis.
Clifford Deal
Vice President & Treasurer – Coca Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
Securities Regulation
We've used Moore & Van Allen for securities regulation representation for the past 3 years, and we could not be more pleased with the way that partner James Wyche and his teammates have handled our business. Top flight expertise, very focused on efficiency and value to the client, and tremendous responsiveness.
Steve Coss
Sonic Automotive
Banking and Finance Law
The banking and finance law group at Moore & Van Allen is the best group of lawyers I have ever worked with. All of the lawyers are extremely knowledgeable about the law, and they always keep me informed when there are changes to the law that might affect the bank's interests.
Brian Burden
Vice President – Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Litigation - Banking and Finance
I used to practice creditor's rights representing financial institutions, and I can say for a fact that their bankruptcy team at Moore & Van Allen is the best. In one case, they helped recover almost $1MM for the debtor's estate that could have easily disappeared because of fraud.
Brian Burden
Vice President – Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen once again gave outstanding advice and counsel as Nucor engaged in a prolonged series of successful and strategic acquisitions.
Peter Browning
Peter Browning Partners
Corporate Governance Law
For over 15 years, while serving on the boards of Lowe's and NUCOR Steel, Moore & Van Allen provided outstanding, consistent corporate and board support and services.
Peter Browning
Peter Browning Partners
Patent Law
Moore & Van Allen is top notch; we have used several firms over the years and this is the best one.
Ralph Brafford
President – ABT, Inc.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Luis Lluberas of Moore & Van Allen has been a tremendous help in achieving our legal goals.
Wayne Ballenger
First Bank, a subsidiary of First Banks, Inc.
Corporate Governance Law
Excellent advice, responsive, excellent availability, good business judgment
 
Securities Regulation
Moore & Van Allen attorneys give excellent advice, are responsive, and have excellent availability and business judgment.
 
Banking and Finance Law
Moore & Van Allen consistently delivers exceptional service through their superior market knowledge and prompt responsiveness. My clients are always happy with the performance and the affordability of MVA.
 
Banking and Finance Law
Moore & Van Allen is consistently the best law firm we work with. They are a true partner and we consider them an extension of our team.
 
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Moore & Van Allen always provide candid and valuable advice related to corporate transactions.
 
Securities Regulation
Moore & Van Allen is well-versed in Securities Regulation, and we lean on them when we are faced with questions related to interpretation and application.
 
Corporate Law
Moore & Van Allen is a great firm with great people.
 
Corporate Governance Law
I have worked with Moore & Van Allen for years. They deliver "big firm" quality, responsiveness and turnaround with a mid-sized commercial sensibility. In other words, they can cover all the topics and issues we need them to (and then some I imagine), but they will get up to speed on anything they need to on their dime. They will staff appropriately with the right mix of experience and more junior attorneys to work on the more junior attorney-appropriate work. They do not "churn;" and, when they head in the wrong direction, they acknowledge it and do not bill for it. All seems entirely rational, but not all firms are like that.
 
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Moore & Van Allen is one of the best firms in Charlotte.
 
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Moore & Van Allen is a great firm with a deep Bankruptcy and Creditor Rights team. I have worked with them for many years and you will not find a more qualified group of professionals. They are a great value, especially when comparing to NY or Chicago type firms.
 
Equipment Finance Law
Moore & Van Allen lawyers have a solid knowledge of equipment financing law and are our go-to firm for rail related matters.
 
Corporate Governance Law
Moore & Van Allen approaches our Corporate Governance needs with a proactive and long-term perspective that helps us to best address current and future needs in our business. James Wyche serves as our outside counsel with Moore & Van Allen and examines our issues through both a legal and commercial lens, providing maximum value to us as a client.
 
Commercial Litigation
I have been extremely happy with everything I have asked Moore & Van Allen to do for our firm.
 
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
My team worked with Moore & Van Allen to facilitate the change from a C-Corp to an LLC starting in 2015. Shortly, after the conversion we moved to merge another corporate subsidiary into Power Contracting. Moore & Van Allen helped us formulate a corporate strategy for the conversion and the merger, resulting in an optimal structure for our parent company as well as a streamlined operational structure designed to facilitate growth. Moore & Van Allen handled all legal aspects of the change including filings, contractual changes, and license changes and conversions. They partnered with my team for a seamless change that most importantly did not negatively affect any of our client relationships.
Nick Visel
Power Contracting LLC

Rankings

National

Tier
2
National Ranking
Commercial Litigation
Tier
2
National Ranking
Equipment Finance Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Corporate Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - ERISA
Tier
3
National Ranking
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
3
National Ranking
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Tier
3
National Ranking
Trademark Law

Regional

Charleston-SC

Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Corporate Governance Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Environmental Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Health Care Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Real Estate Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Tax Law
Tier
1
Charleston-SC
Trusts and Estates
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Administrative / Regulatory Law
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Appellate Practice
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Energy Law
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Litigation - Construction
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Litigation - Real Estate
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2
Charleston-SC
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
2
Charleston-SC
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Tier
3
Charleston-SC
Construction Law
Tier
3
Charleston-SC
Litigation - Banking and Finance

Charlotte

Tier
1
Charlotte
Administrative / Regulatory Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Banking and Finance Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Bet-the-Company Litigation
Tier
1
Charlotte
Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
Charlotte
Construction Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Copyright Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Corporate Governance Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Corporate Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Tier
1
Charlotte
Employment Law - Management
Tier
1
Charlotte
Environmental Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Equipment Finance Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Government Relations Practice
Tier
1
Charlotte
Health Care Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Land Use and Zoning Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Bankruptcy
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Construction
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Environmental
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - ERISA
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Intellectual Property
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Labor and Employment
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Patent
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Real Estate
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Securities
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation - Trusts and Estates
Tier
1
Charlotte
Litigation and Controversy - Tax
Tier
1
Charlotte
Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Patent Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Public Finance Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Real Estate Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Securities / Capital Markets Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Tax Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Technology Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Trademark Law
Tier
1
Charlotte
Trusts and Estates
Tier
2
Charlotte
Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Tier
2
Charlotte
Immigration Law
Tier
2
Charlotte
International Trade and Finance Law
Tier
2
Charlotte
Litigation - Banking and Finance
Tier
2
Charlotte
Litigation - Land Use and Zoning
Tier
2
Charlotte
Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
Tier
2
Charlotte
Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
Tier
2
Charlotte
Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Tier
3
Charlotte
Arbitration
Tier
3
Charlotte
Labor Law - Management
Tier
3
Charlotte
Litigation - Antitrust
Tier
3
Charlotte
Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Raleigh

Tier
2
Raleigh
Employment Law - Management
Tier
2
Raleigh
Litigation - Labor and Employment

Practice Areas

Moore & Van Allen PLLC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 53 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Admiralty and Maritime Law
  • Appellate Practice
  • Banking and Finance Law
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Bet-the-Company Litigation
  • Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Construction Law
  • Copyright Law
  • Corporate Governance and Compliance Law
  • Corporate Governance Law
  • Corporate Law
  • Criminal Defense: White-Collar
  • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
  • Employment Law - Management
  • Energy Law
  • Environmental Law
  • Equipment Finance Law
  • Government Relations Practice
  • Health Care Law
  • Immigration Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • International Trade and Finance Law
  • Labor and Employment Law - Management
  • Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Litigation - Banking and Finance
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy
  • Litigation - Construction
  • Litigation - Environmental
  • Litigation - ERISA
  • Litigation - Intellectual Property
  • Litigation - Labor and Employment
  • Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Litigation - Patent
  • Litigation - Real Estate
  • Litigation - Regulatory Enforcement (SEC, Telecom, Energy)
  • Litigation - Securities
  • Litigation - Trusts and Estates
  • Litigation and Controversy - Tax
  • Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Patent Law
  • Project Finance Law
  • Public Finance Law
  • Real Estate Law
  • Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Securitization and Structured Finance Law
  • Tax Law
  • Trademark Law
  • Trusts and Estates
  • Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Moore & Van Allen PLLC proudly has 106 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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Client Comments

A strong relationship between a client and their law firm is key to achieving the best possible outcomes. Open communication, trust, and collaboration ensure that attorneys understand each client’s unique goals and needs. Choosing the right firm means finding a team with the experience, knowledge, and dedication to guide you through every stage of the legal process.
Client comments reflect personal opinions and individual experiences. Every case is different, and outcomes depend on specific facts and circumstances. Past results and testimonials do not guarantee similar outcomes in future matters. For personalized legal advice, consult directly with an experienced attorney who can evaluate your specific situation and provide tailored guidance.
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Offices & Contacts

Charlotte, NC
100 North Tryon Street, Suite 4700
Charlotte, NC 28202-4003
United States
704-331-1000
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Raleigh, NC
150 Fayetteville Street, Suite 510
Raleigh, NC 27601
United States
919-286-8182
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Charleston, SC
78 Wentworth Street
Charleston, SC 29401-1428
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843-579-7000
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