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About Paul
Biography
Paul Tharp graduated from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he majored in English and minored in Philosophy. Paul graduated with the top grade point average in his class in three years. After working as a high school English teacher, Paul attended law school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received his juris doctor and became a member of the Florida Bar in 2003 and the North Carolina Bar in 2005. Paul is admitted to practice in federal court for the Western District of North Carolina. During the beginning of his career, Paul focused on legal writing, publishing hundreds of articles on legal topics in various publications and assisting lawyers and law firms in drafting legal pleadings and other documents. In 2012, Paul joined Arnold & Smith, PLLC to take over the growing personal injury and workers' compensation practice, and is now accepting new cases.
Determined and Relentless Representation
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
20%
Medical Malpractice
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Workers Compensation
20%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Location
Arnold & Smith, PLLC
(704) 370-2202
Fax
200 North McDowell St, Charlotte, NC, 28204
arnoldsmithlaw.com/Gallery
Online Presence
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Paul Andrew Tharp's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Chelsea Doolittle Willis | November 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best attorneys ever
Arnold & Smith law firm is the best! Everyone is so friendly and nice! They listen to you an make sure you are taken care of! If i ever need a lawyer again i will def come back to them; they helped me so much. Paul Tharp and Brad Smith are the the absolute BEST!!!!
Posted by David | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Personal & Disability
I’ve now used Paul twice. He’s been more than just a great lawyer, he’s been like a shark in the very best way. After getting denied for disability on my own. I again went to Paul for help. After the first meeting and getting all my information there was very little else I had to do. He kept me in th...
Posted by Audrey Zoeller | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great outcome
Attorney Paul Tharp and paralegal Stephanie Pyle helped me during a very tough. I am very glad with the outcome of this case. If needed again, I will definitely come back. Thank you!
Posted by Misty | May 7, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Paul Tharp is wonderful!
I would highly recommend Mr. Paul Tharp at Arnold & Smith!! He handled my case promptly & was very helpful.
Posted by Gail | March 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Paul Tharp
I retained Mr. Tharp to help me with a personal injury claim against my insurance company. The person who hit us had no insurance, nor a driver's license; therefore, my claim would have fallen under the uninsured section of our insurance, at which they did not want to pay. Mr. Tharp and his able pa...
Paul Andrew Tharp's Lawyer Endorsements
"Paul is a fantastic attorney that passionately advocates for his clients."
"The process involved with injury-based claims often involves a host of other parties: multiple insurance companies, opposing parties, and professionals paid to minimize their exposure at the victim’s expense. Paul’s strong background in crafting strategic legal arguments is a great fit for cutting through the legal smokescreen in these matters to get the best result for his client. I highly recommend Paul Tharp for anyone facing an injury-related issue in North Carolina."
"Paul's laid-back and welcoming demeanor is often remarked upon by former and current clients as his best quality. Having worked with Paul for many years, I would argue that his real strength is in his ability to come up with tactical legal arguments that he passionately believes in. Paul is an asset to our firm and I highly recommend him."
"I highly endorse Paul. He is an excellent advocate for his clients and an outstanding writer. He is also highly professional and skilled in his chosen areas of practice."
"Paul is a very gifted legal advocate who carefully crafts and executes case winning legal strategies for his clients. I highly recommend Paul as a zealous advocate."
Experience
Honors
2010
2nd Place for top editorial column published in South Carolina, S.C. Press Association
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Attorney, Arnold & Smith, PLLC
2005 - Present
Managing Partner, Paul Tharp Law
Associations
2017 - Present
United States District Court for the Eastern District of North CarolinaMember
2017 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of North CarolinaMember
2015 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2012 - Present
Fourth Circuit United States Court of AppealsMember
2005 - Present
North Carolina State Bar
2005 - Present
United States District Court Western District of North CarolinaMember
2003 - Present
Florida State Bar
Gaston County Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Real Estate
Positive
Education
2003
University of North Carolina School of Law
Law
1999
University of North Carolina, Wilmington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
N.C. Business and Law Breakfast Forum
The Inside Approach to Approaching Inside Counsel
2011
Continuing Legal Education Course at Campbell University School of Law
"Recent Developments in North Carolina Real Estate Law."
Publications
2010
Lawyers Weekly
District court judge inquires about propriety of driving school
2010
Lawyers Weekly
Charlotte-area lawyers sponsor sister city residents
Languages
English