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Douglas A. Petho
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Biography
Highly-Rated Accident Lawyer in Charlotte
Attorney Douglas A. Petho is a native of the Charlotte area who joined the firm in 1993. Since joining the firm in 1993, attorney Petho’s primary focus has been the litigation of plaintiff’s personal injury suits.
He has successfully tried hundreds of cases to jury verdict involving automobile accidents, trucking accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, animal attacks, intentional torts, and work-related accidents. He has served as a representative of the plaintiff’s bar on the Mecklenburg County District Court Rules Committee and has served as an arbitrator in numerous insurance disputes.
Mr. Petho began his trial career as an Assistant District Attorney for the 1st Judicial District of North Carolina serving under the Hon. H.P. Williams, where he was tasked with the prosecution of both misdemeanor and felony charges in a seven-county district in Eastern North Carolina.
Education
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, B.S. in Administration of Criminal Justice, 1988
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, J.D., 1991
Awards
“AV Preeminent” Rating. Martindale Hubbell, 2011
Bar Admissions
North Carolina, 1991
U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina, 1991
Professional & Bar Associations
Mecklenburg County Bar Association
North Carolina Bar Association
American Bar Association
North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Personal Injury and Workers Compensation Division
Representing Plaintiffs in Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and Wrongful Death Claims.
Practice Areas
10
Practice Areas
Animal Law
10%
Car Accident
10%
Health Care
10%
Motorcycle Accident
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
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Posted by Debra | September 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Car accident involving personal injury
My vehicle was in stopped traffic when I was struck from behind by a female driving a large pick up truck @ a high rate of speed. My car was pushed into a concrete barrier then into the car in front of me. The female that caused the accident & I were transported via medic to area hospitals. I receive...
Posted by Amanda | September 23, 2014
Very helpful and smart attorney
I was referred to this attorney by a friend. He had an accident that Mr. Petho helped him long time ago. I'm glad I hired him. He explained everything and answered all my questions. Staff is wonderful and he always returned my calls. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs a lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2014 | Car Accidents
Great Attorney for My Car Accident!
Doug Petho and his staff were fantastic! I thought when I was rearended that I would sort things out on my own - it can't be that bad, right? A family friend recommended Mr. Petho to me - she said just to talk it through with him, even if it seems small. Good thing I did, because shortly after, I had...
Douglas A. Petho's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Petho'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!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Doug is an extraordinary attorney. He knows the law, is a consummate professional, and there is no better trial attorney. Doug is dedicated to advocating for his clients. I would recommend him to anyone needing a personal injury attorney."
"I endorse Douglas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I have worked with Doug and have consulted with him over the years on matters of law. Doug is an exceptional attorney and is well acquainted with the law of North Carolina. He also is very knowledgeable about his locality and anybody would be well served with Doug representing them in a jury trial."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Petho is very knowledgeable in this area of law. We have recommended his sevices to a number of our clients over the last few years who needed a trial attorney to handle their legal matters. All of these clients were extremely satisfied with his services."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Partner, Price, Petho & Anderson
1900 - Present
Managing Partner, Price, Petho & Associates P.L.L.C.
1991 - 1993
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office, First Judicial District , Elizabeth City, N.C.
Associations
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
North Carolina Academy of Trial LawyersMember
1993 - Present
Mecklenburg County BarMember
1992 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
McIlwaine v. Williams
settled
Education
1991
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Jury Selection Seminar
Jury Selection
Publications
2002
National Business Institute Seminar
ERISA Claims: Settlement and Distribution in Personal Injury Claims
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
CAN a 27 year old have consensual sex with a 16 year old in NC?
21 Dec 2017
Q&A
Was pulled over for right turn signal out, impounded my vehicle for no insurance.
15 Oct 2017
Q&A
Can i go to jail on a small claims case.
27 Aug 2017