Charles Kiel Garella

Charles Kiel Garella

also known as Kiel Garella

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 14 years

Litigation Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Litigation, Securities & Investment Fraud, Appeals, Business

409 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC

About Charles

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 60%

• Business Disputes • Breach of Contract • Fraud & Misrepresentation • Trade Secrets • Unfair Competition • Securities Litigation • Copyright & Trademark Infringement • Shareholder Disputes

60%
Securities and Investment Fraud 25%

• Finra Arbitration • Unsuitable Investments • Hedge Fund Litigation • Broker/Dealer Litigation • Breach of Fiduciary Duty

25%
Appeals 10%

Federal and State Court Appeals

10%
Business 5%

• Corporate, Partnership & LLC Formation • Contract Drafting and Review • Negotiations

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 100-1000 per hour

Contingency

30%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Garella Law, P.C.

409 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC, 28203

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Charles Kiel Garella's Reviews

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Posted by Rhonda | September 19, 2013

Would HIGHLY Recommend!

I would highly recommend Mr. Garella. He has been attentive, detailed and (important to me) has kept me informed every step of the way. He has been honest when asked about the potential outcome of the case. Kiel is very knowledgeable and he will fight to win!

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Charles Kiel Garella's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed with Mr. Garella's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Rachelle Carter

Litigation lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel is a top notch litigator. He is aggressive and tenacious. He is patient and pays close attention to his clients, yet fights boldly for each of them. Kiel is a wonderful colleague and a fierce attorney. I am proud to endorse him."

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Erica Mynarich

Litigation lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Last year, I tried a case with Kiel in Federal Court. Kiel was incredibly prepared for trial. Not only did he have a firm grasp of the specialized area of the law that we were litigating, but he also knew every factual detail of the case. Kiel's forethought allowed us to prepare multiple responses to whatever strategy our opponent employed each day of trial. I have also seen Kiel's interactions with several of his clients. He really listens to them and tries his best to see things from their perspective."

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Thomas Davenport

Litigation lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I've worked with Kiel for a number of years. He is a very hard worker, and a strong and compassionate advocate. He takes pride in his work and law practice. He is able and willing to put in the time to properly represent his clients. Kiel will not be "pushed around" by the government. He stands up for his clients. His study and application of the law is meticulous. I consider Kiel to be one of the most effective and knowledgeable advocates in the United States. He pays attention to the details of his cases. Most important, Kiel listens to and works to understand his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Ben Vinson

Litigation lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kiel is a passionate, committed trial lawyer who has high expectations for his work and the outcomes he receives. His clients are lucky to have him."

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Brendan Bush

Litigation lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel is a remarkable trial lawyer. He confidently and passionately advocates for his clients and is not afraid to go the extra mile. I endorse him without hesitation and would recommend him to anyone."

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Robert Ingalls

Litigation lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Friend

"Kiel Garella comes with my highest recommendation. I have known Attorney Garella both personally and professionally for six years. In that time, his perspective has benefitted me greatly. He's brings a unique blend of intelligence, diligence, and compassion to the practice of law."

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Lee Thomas

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel is such an advocate for his clients and I would not hesitate to recommend him. He gets amazing results because he cares about his clients and his work."

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Douglas Chanco

Litigation lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel is a phenominal attorney who brings his extensive knowledge and passion to the practice of law. Because of this, the results he obtains for his clients are outstanding. He is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and constantly strives to be the best legal advocate. He attends the nations top conferences so that he can always be prepared and knowledgeable when representing clients. I met him while we were both attending the Trial Lawyers College, and got to work with him on multiple cases. His ability is unmatched by most in the legal community, and I wholeheartedly endorse his work."

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Joseph Scrofano

Litigation lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel Garella cares deeply about his clients and is passionate about his work. I had the pleasure of attending Gerry Spence's Trial Lawyers College with Mr. Garella and I saw first hand his trial skills and work ethic. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney."

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Michael Murphy

Business lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel's dedication to his clients and his knowledge of the law makes him one of the best lawyers in North Carolina."

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Jeffrey Dingwall

Litigation lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"First and foremost, Kiel is a great person who has a passion for doing the right thing. A lot of lawyers get caught up in the law and lose sight of their clients but Kiel's focus is on the story of those he represents and he works to know his clients so that he may obtain the best possible result for them."

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Stephen Corby

Litigation lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Garella is a fierce litigator with a reputation for exceptional thinking and trial skills. You should feel very confident when choosing him to handle your case."

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Charles Hinnant

Litigation lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kiel is the consummate professional and a very effective attorney. That he is also enjoyable company is an added bonus. I give him my full recommendation."

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James Vickaryous

Litigation lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kiel and I attended the Trial Lawyers College skill seminar in Key Largo together. We spent intensive time fine-tuning our craft in telling our clients' stories. Over two decades of practicing law has allowed me to observe and practice with some of the best attorneys in the nation. Kiel is an up and comer and is destined to be one of the finest trial attorneys that can be found. If you are looking for a North Carolina champion for his clients, look no further than counsellor Kiel Garrella."

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Robert Sawyer

Litigation lawyer | Mar 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kiel does excellent work, and I highly recommend him as a lawyer."

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Rachelle Carter

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Patrick Mclain

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Davenport

Personal injury lawyer

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Erica Mynarich

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Ganci

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ben Vinson

Personal injury lawyer

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Douglas Chanco

Litigation lawyer

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Lee Thomas

Workers compensation lawyer

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Joseph Scrofano

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Murphy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeffrey Dingwall

Litigation lawyer

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Stephen Corby

Litigation lawyer

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Charles Hinnant

Litigation lawyer

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James Vickaryous

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Robert Sawyer

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Trial Lawyers College 3-week Course, Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

2010

Trial Advocacy Honors Distinction, CSL

2010

Moot Court Executive Board, CSL

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney at Law, Garella Law, P.C.

2012 - 2013

Partner, GarellaLondon, PLLC

Associations

2013 - Present

American Association for Justice

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Mecklenburg County Bar

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers Section

Attorney Member

2013 - 2014

Mecklenburg County Bar, Lawyer Referral Service Committee

Executive Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Davis v. UPRR

Unanimous jury verdict for Plaintiff

Smith-Bunge v. Wisconsin Central, Ltd.

Judgment as a Matter of Law for Plaintiff

Breach of Contract Case

high six-figure recovery

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Education

2013

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

2006

University of the South

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Trial Lawyers College Local Workshop

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Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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