Kara F. McIvor
About Kara
Biography
Kara F. McIvor is an attorney and Workers’ Compensation Practice Group Leader at Roane Law in Greensboro, North Carolina. She has been licensed to practice law in North Carolina since 1998. Kara’s dedication to her practice area and clients is evident in the honors / distinctions she holds.
Kara graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies from Vanderbilt University in 1993. While at Vanderbilt, Kara pursued her passion for music by auditioning for and performing with various local choirs / chorales / vocal groups.
Kara obtained her J.D. in 1997 from Washington & Lee University School of Law. While at law school, Kara clerked for various professors and was an American Bar Association Negotiation Competition finalist.
Kara is a Board Certified Specialist in North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Law. Only a small percentage of workers’ compensation attorneys in North Carolina are granted this certification by the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization. Additionally, Kara holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell*, the highest peer review rating available and has been named a Top 25 North Carolina Workers’ Compensation attorney by the National Trial Lawyers’ Workers’ Compensation Trial Lawyers Association.
Both of Kara’s parents were teachers / professors. Kara satisfies her natural desire to teach by serving as a mentor to younger lawyers and by speaking at numerous continuing legal education conferences.
Kara lives in Kernersville with her husband, Jon, her son, Stratton, and her mother, Pat Newell. In addition to her devotion to her family, Kara enjoys singing, weight lifting and loves all things “beach.”
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-25%
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Licensed in North Carolina for 27 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Roane Law
107 Lindley Road, Greensboro, NC, 27410
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Kara F. McIvor's Reviews
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Posted by Richard | September 5, 2014
Great Lawye!!
Stayed on top of things and kept me informed about my case and was honest about what the possible out come would be. She got the outcome right and I'm satisfied with how it went!
Posted by Robert | August 18, 2014
Really good lawyer
I hired Kara because I got hurt at work. My injury was bad and Kara handled everything so I didn't have to worry so much and made sure my settlement helped me get situated for my future.
Posted by Randy | August 14, 2014
Kara McIvor cares about her clients
I was injured on my job and hired Kara for a workman's compensation claim. She answered all my questions and kept me informed regularly. Kara did everything I expected and more. I would definitely recommend Kara McIvor's services as she is very knowledgeable and thorough. She cares about her clie...
Kara F. McIvor's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mrs. McIvor is a board certified specialist in Worker’s Compensation who brings every ounce of the knowledge and experience she’s gained in her nearly two decades of practice to every case. She is a hardworking, diligent and passionate advocate for her clients. I highly recommend her."
"Kara has a combination of experience and compassion that she brings to each case. She is board certified in workers’ compensation, and it's obvious in talking with her that she truly enjoys this area of practice."
"A Board Certified Specialist in Workers Compensation, Kara is the epitome of a skilled, experienced and dedicated advocate. She has the intelligence, integrity and drive to fight successfully on behalf of her clients-- and that's exactly what she does, everyday. She consistently receives high marks from her clients, not only for her results, but for the caring manner in which they have been treated."
"Kara is a board certified specialists in workers compensation. I have worked with Kara for years and know she fights hard for her clients."
"Kara is a board certified specialist who knows how to make the most out of every case. She fights hard for her clients and gets great results."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Top 25 Workers' Compensation Trial Lawyers - North Carolina, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Certified Mediator, North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell
2010
Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation Law, NC Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Board Certified Workers' Comp Specialist and Department Head, Roane Law
2012 - 2018
Board Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist, Mike Lewis Attorneys
2007 - 2012
Workers' Compensation Attorney, Crumley Roberts
2001 - 2006
Worker's' Compensation and Personal Injury Atty, Knox Brotherton Knox & Godfrey
Associations
1998 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Workers Compensation Section
Education
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Ethics in Workers' Compensation
2018
Ethics in Workers' Compensation
2014
Publications
2002
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides