After graduating law school and becoming a licensed attorney, Doug worked for about 9 months with Safran Law Offices in Raleigh, NC. In June 1996, Doug became an associate with Jordan Law Offices. In November 2001 Doug opened McClanahan Law Firm, PLLC. Doug has been an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association since 1995. He has been the Technology Chair of Construction Section and a member of the Litigation Section. Currently he volunteers in the Law Related Education Committee of the NC Bar Association. He has been the Chair of the Justice Teaching Institute for a number of years. Doug volunteers with a number of other local and state programs including Lawyers on the Line, Lunch with a Lawyer, Mentoring, and Job Shadowing. He has been published in various trade and Bar Association publications and has spoken at continuing education functions for accountants, engineers, paralegals and attorneys. Doug is a member of the Wake County Bar Association. While admitted to the Middle and Eastern District Federal District Courts, he now practices only in North Carolina state courts. He is a member of the Christian Legal Society. Civic Doug is a member of Trinity Baptist Church. He was an adjunct professor at Wake Technical Community College (2000-2003) teaching Employment Law. He has participated in various high school career fairs, such as Leesville High Legal Career Day, and handled phone calls from News Channel 11 for Ask the Expert and the statewide 4All service project. He is a volunteer with the Volunteer Lawyers Program with Legal Aid. Interests include Travel and Photography.
Practice areas
Contract disputes as well as drafting contracts and agreements.
26 years
Business formation as well as Asset Sales/Purchases
26 years
26 years
26 years
Languages spoken
English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NC | Active | 1995 | 01/23/2021 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Outstanding Leadership & Service Award | NC Bar Association | 2014 |
Technology Chair of Construction | NC BAR Association | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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President | McClanahan Law Firm, PLLC | 2001 - Present |
Attorney | Jordan Law Office | 1996 - 2001 |
Attorney | Safran Law Offices | 1995 - 1996 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Christian Legal Society | Member | 1995 - Present |
North Carolina Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Free Legal Advice | TV Viewers | N/A |
North Carolina Bar Association | Young Lawyers Division | N/A |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1995 |
Appalachian State University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1992 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Justice Teaching Institute | Teaching | N/A |
Case name | Outcome |
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Business Asset Sale/Closing | Completed Closing |
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Ryan Smith, Business Attorney on Jan 30, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Doug is a class act. I have worked against him and with him and in all cases he was prepared and knew his stuff.
Elizabeth Mullen, Business Attorney on Oct 16, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've had the pleasure of working with Doug for several years. He is very knowledgeable, responsive and professional. I trust him with my referrals and know he will provide them with the highest level of service.
Travis Sasser, Litigation Attorney on Oct 8, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I think very highly of Doug as an attorney and a person. I have referred many cases to him over the year and only get favorable feedback.
Neubia Harris, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Jason Tuttle, Business Attorney on Apr 7, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend Doug. I have referred many clients and friends to him over the years and know that he will provide excellent representation. Doug is an excellent communicator that brings a diverse background to his practice. He is responsive and diligent and a man of integrity.
James Sprouse, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Aug 13, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Doug McClanahan for 15 years, and I think he is one of the most professional and knowledgeable attorneys in Raleigh when it comes to construction claims, contracts, and business matters.
Christopher Peck, Litigation Attorney on Apr 1, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Doug on many business acquisition deals and have had the pleasure of referring to him many of my own clients with business litigation matters. Doug is an excellent lawyer and a pleasure to work with.
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