- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child Custody and Visitation
- AdoptionTerri has been an attorney for over 20 years. While practicing in Maryland, she focused on Domestic/Family Law matters, including complex divorce, custody and pension/QDRO divisions. She served as guardian ad litem on numerous cases and was also the director of an international adoption agency, facilitating Russian adoptions. Upon moving to North Carolina, she became a certified mediator and was a local counsel for an out of state insurance company dealing with personal injury claims and cases.
- GuardianshipMy family and I have worked with Bob and his firm for family law, including trusts, wills, and guardianship. Bob is extremely knowledgeable of NC law, easy to talk with, and professional. Bob listened and made conscientious recommendations based on our specific and personal situation. He customized for us and our needs. Bob is a leader in his community and gives back and serves it exceptionally.
- Spousal Support
- DUI/DWI
- Wrongful DeathIn the state of North Carolina, a "wrongful death" as one that is caused "by a wrongful act, neglect, or default of another" person or entity. (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 28A-18-2 (2021).)
- Traffic Violations
- Fraud
- Misdemeanors
- Corporate LawLake Norman employment law attorney Gaither M. Keener, Jr. joined The McIntosh Law Firm in a Special Counsel role in April 2019. His distinguished legal career spans decades with Lowe's Companies, Inc. where he served as Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Secretary. Mr. Keener has also been recognized as a Hall of Fame Member for Business and Corporate Law in the publication Business North Carolina for the last several years.
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Business Formation
- Business DisputesFor many years we told our Lake Norman business clients that we could save them a trip into Charlotte. Most of our business clients were in or connected to Lake Norman. The pandemic changed all of that. Location no longer limits the conduct of business or the practice of law. We provide business law services to clients from Lake Norman, from Charlotte, and from all of North Carolina.
- Business Transactions
- Limited Liability CompaniesThere are many steps necessary to a successful business set up. For LLC’s (Limited Liability Companies) there are five key items that should be included.
- Trade Secrets
- Intellectual PropertyJeffrey focuses on protecting clients’ brands from counterfeiting and knock-offs. His practice involves all aspects of Intellectual Property law, including filing and prosecuting patent and trademark applications, identifying and protecting trade secrets, drafting and negotiating licensing agreements, and enforcing intellectual property rights domestically, internationally, and on e-commerce platforms.
- Employment Contract
- Severance Agreement
- Sexual HarassmentAllegations of sexual harassment frequently depend on private conversations between two people and as such are difficult to verify. Moreover, what some find offensive others would dismiss as harmless banter.
- Real Estate LitigationAt The McIntosh Law Firm, we take our work as Lake Norman commercial real estate attorneys seriously, because we take the interests of our clients seriously. Since 1997, we have been going the extra mile for businesses, individuals, and families across the state. We take a grassroots approach to legal representation, communicate closely with our clients, and enrich our community. There are attorneys on our team who have represented Fortune 500 companies. While we have many of the same resources and experience you would expect to get with many larger firms, we offer it in a much more client-focused relaxed atmosphere. Our goal is to make all legal proceedings as easy as possible for you, while still fighting to achieve the best results. With recognition from Expertise.com as one of the Best Real Estate Law Firms in Lake Norman, you know you can count on us to get the job done. Contact The McIntosh Law Firm today, and let us provide you with the client-focused legal support you need to succeed in your commercial real estate dealings in the greater Lake Norman area of North Carolina.
- Construction Litigation
- Real Estate TransactionsCommercial real estate transaction lawyer Larry Shaheen, Jr. joined The McIntosh Law Firm after serving as General Counsel for a commercial real estate development and management firm. His experience allows him to be a resource and advocate for commercial real estate clients. Larry resides in Charlotte, enjoys golfing, reading, cheering on the Tar Heels and Gamecocks and judging debate tournaments.
- Eminent Domain
- Easement
- Land Use and Zoning
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesThe practice of property and real estate law is centered around areas such as landlord-tenant relations, homestead protection from creditors, adverse possession, land use restrictions and buying/selling. A landlord tenant matter could involve a tenant suing their landlord under allegations that they kicked them out illegally, or a landlord suing a tenant under allegations that they violated the terms of their lease (usually for things like fraud, destruction of property, trespassing, etc.) There are laws regulating the rental market that are designed to protect both landlords and tenants, which is why you want to hire a skilled attorney who understands both sides. Homestead protection, relates specifically to homeowners who are threatened with foreclosure or eviction, while adverse possession refers to individuals who inhabit and improve a property with the intent of one day gaining legal title to it.
- Personal InjuryAt The McIntosh Law Firm, our personal injury professionals have represented a variety of clients in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties. We have also assisted clients across North Carolina from Haywood County to Johnston County.
- Medical Malpractice
- Social Security Disability
- Medicaid Planning
- Estate PlanningEstate planning is a difficult and emotional process. For the sake of your family, it is important to hire an experienced and compassionate Lake Norman estate planning lawyer for wills and other related matters. At The McIntosh Law Firm, our estate planning team is backed by over 75 years of collective experience and is known across the area for providing compassionate and dedicated legal counsel. Call to request a consultation and start planning your family’s future today.
- WillsMy father and I had a great experience with Louise Paglen, Amanda Wendorf, and Liz Greer at McIntosh Law Firm. We went to update his will and trust as it was originally written in another state. Louise gave us excellent instruction and advice to help make it so much easier when my father passes. He has been having health issues lately and they responded so quickly! They even went to his assisted living facility where he lives so that he didn’t have to travel! So very grateful for their prompt attention to his needs! Would highly recommend Louise and her team!! Thank you for everything!!
- TrustsFailure to prepare adequately can have devastating results for your loved ones and those who may depend on you for support. Fortunately, for most clients, putting the proper plan in place is painless with our wills and trusts attorneys.
- Power of AttorneyAppointing a Health Care Agent – A health care agent is an individual whose job it is to communicate the principal of a will’s wishes should they become incapacitated and unable to make decisions for themselves. This individual may be a trusted member of the principal’s inner circle, such as a spouse, close friend, or another family member. Health Care Power of Attorney is the legal instrument that establishes the authority of a healthcare agent by the principal.
- ProbateTurn to our attorneys for last wills and testaments, trusts, and probate services in Lake Norman. Call (704) 892-1612 to request an appointment, or click here to send us a message online.
- Bankruptcy
- ForeclosureWhen residents choose to live in one of these communities, whether it is in a condominium, townhouse, or single-family home, they are agreeing to keep up with all assessments and follow the rules of their chosen community. Those that fall behind on payments may be subject to liens, foreclosures, or other actions from HOAs and COAs.
- Tax Law
- Debt Collection