Stephen Corby is the Founder and Managing Attorney at Emblem Legal, PLLC. He grew up in Fort Mill, SC and has stayed in the Charlotte area throughout his educational and legal career. He attended college at the University of South Carolina – Upstate and then went on to graduate law school from the Charlotte School of Law.
Stephen has the necessary skills to help you take your legal matters from start to finish. He captained his law school’s trial team and led them to become one of the top four teams in the country. He has interned in both the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s office and Union County District Attorney’s during his time in Charlotte. Stephen is very familiar with the legal community in this area and can help guide you through the complicated hurdles the law presents.
In Stephen’s free time he coaches the Charlotte School of Law’s Trial Teams where he teaches law students how to excel in the courtroom. He also volunteers at Safe Alliance, an organization that helps victims of domestic violence.
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Languages spoken
English, Italian
Emblem Legal
301 S. McDowell Street
Suite 1000
Charlotte, NC, 28204
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NC | Active | 2011 | 12/17/2020 |
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.
updated on 01/25/2016
Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Stephen's comment:“This particular client had become increasingly violent and abusive to my staff, and I terminated his contract. The North Carolina Bar found no issues with the substance of the work but issued a letter of reprimand based on how the relationship with the client was ended. We have outstanding relationships with clients as evidenced by our significant amount of positive reviews. This was the first time I've had a client become violent towards my staff and I've better learned how to address it.”
Legal answers | 178 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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10 Best Family Law Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2017 |
Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2016 |
Commitment To Justice Award | Safe Alliance | 2016 |
Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2016 |
10 Best Family Law Attorneys | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2016 |
Legal Elite - Civil Litigation | NC Business Magazine | 2015 |
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Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2015 |
Legal Elite - Young Guns | NC Business Magazine | 2015 |
Commitment to Justice Award | Safe Alliance | 2015 |
Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2014 |
Commitment to Justice Award | Safe Alliance | 2014 |
Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2013 |
Trial Team Coach Honor Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2012 |
Pro Bono Highest Honors Award | Charlotte School of Law | 2011 |
Trial Team National Semi-Finalist | Texas Young Lawyers Association | 2011 |
Trial Team Regional Champion | Texas Young Lawyers Association | 2011 |
Trial Team National Semi-Finalist | American Association for Justice | 2010 |
Trial Team Regional Champion | American Association for Justice | 2010 |
Best 1L Orator | Charlotte School of Law | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Of Counsel | McCarthy Law | 2015 - Present |
Managing Attorney | The Law Office of Stephen M. Corby, PLLC | 2012 - Present |
Trial Team Coach | Charlotte School Of Law | 2011 - Present |
Summer Associate | Union County, Nc, District Attorney's Office | 2010 - 2010 |
Summer Associate | Mecklenburg County, Nc, Public Defender's Office | 2009 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Association of Family Lawyers | Member | 2016 - Present |
Legal Elite - NC Business Magazine | Young Guns/Civil Litigation Sections | 2015 - Present |
Safe Alliance | Volunteer Attorney | 2013 - Present |
Mecklenburg County Bar, Young Lawyers Section | Member | 2011 - Present |
North Carolina Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division | Member | 2011 - Present |
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Mecklenburg County Bar, Sole Practitioner/Small Firm Section | Member | 2011 - Present |
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity | Epsilon Lamda President/Brother | 2009 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Law Firm Blog | Stephen Corby Rated One of The 10 Best Lawyers in Charlotte! | 2017 |
Law Firm Blog | 5 Things to do BEFORE Separating from your Spouse. | 2017 |
Law Firm Blog | The Do’s and Don’ts for Co-Parenting | 2017 |
Law Firm Blog | Navigating North Carolina Custody Laws | 2016 |
Law Firm Blog | Meaning of Absolute Divorce in North Carolina | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Charlotte School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2011 |
University of South Carolina, Upstate | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2008 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Alumni Panel | Alumni Relations | 2015 |
Alumni Panel | Alumni Relations | 2015 |
Charlotte School of Law Trial Team Bootcamp | Rule of Evidence Seminar | 2014 |
Annual Meeting | Franchisee Rights | 2014 |
Alumni Panel | Alumni Relations | 2014 |
Alumni Panel | Alumni Relations | 2014 |
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Charlotte School of Law Trial Team Bootcamp | Rules of Evidence Seminar | 2012 |
Charlotte School of Law Trial Team Bootcamp | Rules of Evidence Seminar | 2011 |
Charlotte School of Law Trial Team Workshop | Rules of Evidence Seminar | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Burger v. Burger | Very positive for my client. |
Handled Multiple Litigation Issues | Positive |
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Rebecca Gumaer, Family Attorney on Aug 11, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I highly recommend Stephen Corby. Stephen is extremely knowledgeable about family law. Stephen is very smart and has an amazing ability to assist his clients.
Mr. Corby is an exceptional attorney who I endorse. Knowledgeable and extremely professional
Stephen and I are alumni from the same law school. I value his opinions, even when we don't agree. Good guy and an even better attorney.
Soraya Martial-Wright, Family Attorney on Jul 9, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen is passionate about his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Nicole Griese, Business Attorney on Feb 17, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen and I are alumni from the same law school. He is an experienced entrepreneur and has excellent advice for business owners. I value his opinions and find him to be highly intelligent, driven and caring. I endorse this lawyer.
Ticora Davis, Litigation Attorney on Jul 15, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly recommend Stephen to anyone seeking an attorney for their family law and/or litigation matters. He is a top notch professional, and highly respected by those in the legal profession. His passion for the law extends beyond his clients to his fellow colleagues, which speaks to his integrity and selflessness.
Windy Ortega, Litigation Attorney on May 26, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen Corby is a fierce litigator that has taught me a lot over the years as we have both grown in our careers. I have the upmost respect for him, and would recommend him to my close friends and family.
I strongly endorse Mr. Corby. I have personally known Mr. Corby several years, and his work ethic, dedication to his clients, and legal acumen are unparalleled. I strongly recommend this attorney.
Robert Corbett, Family Attorney on Sep 28, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen Corby, of The law Offices of Stephen M. Corby,is my go to attorney whenever I have a client with a family law issue. Stephen is an experienced trial attorney who uses his knowledge and skill set to get the best result for his clients. I strongly encourage you to contact him for your family law related issues.
Scott Justice, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 22, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen is an excellent attorney who has consistently delivered excellent results for his clients. He is a true advocate and practices his cases with the the highest degree of competence and integrity. Whenever I have need of a referral for clients with domestic matters in NC, Stephen is the first attorney I call.
William Hunter, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Apr 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Stephen for several years now and consider him to be knowledgeable, hard working, and tenacious in the courtroom. Our firm uses Stephen's law office regularly as a source of competent legal information. I highly recommend this attorney for anyone in the Charlotte, NC area seeking assistance with contract, family law, or any other litigation related matter.
Valerie Hein Hunter, Litigation Attorney on Apr 14, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Stephen Corby for several years and have developed a great respect for his skills and his work ethic. His dedication to his clients is evident in his courtroom presentations. I would confidently recommend Stephen to anyone seeking an attorney for representation in negotiation or litigation of a legal matter.
David Flanagan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 16, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Isla Tabrizi, Litigation Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I've known Mr. Corby for several years and he has shown himself to be a fighter in the courtroom and also compassionate about his clients.
Charles Hinnant, Litigation Attorney on Sep 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Stephen. He is an excellent example of an attorney that cares about client outcomes more than billable hours. Whether it be inside or outside the courtroom, Stephen can assist you competently with your legal needs.
I endorse this lawyer. I had the good fortune to attend law school with Mr. Corby. I also was blessed to be on the Trial Practice Team with him and to travel together to a regional competition in Atlanta, GA. Mr. Corby is tenacious, well-spoken, professional, likeable, smart, witty, level-headed, knowledgeable of the law, and a master of the Rules of Evidence. I think he quotes from the Federal Rules of Evidence in his sleep. If I were in need of an attorney and I lived in the Charlotte area, I would seek out the services of Mr. Corby. I recommend him without any hesitation whatsoever.
Charles Garella, Litigation Attorney on Jul 3, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Stephen is an excellent attorney with an eye for detail. I highly recommend his work.
Norman Post, Litigation Attorney on Jun 19, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Stephen has outstanding trial advocacy skills. I highly endorse him as a superior trial lawyer.
Ivan Mousaw, Litigation Attorney on Mar 18, 2013
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I endorse this lawyer.
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Corby is diligent and devoted to helping his clients, ensuring their interests are protected and the outcome in their case is favorable. Mr. Corby exudes professionalism in all legal matters he handles.