Kenneth P. Andresen

Kenneth P. Andresen

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 45 years

Litigation Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Securities & Investment Fraud

2319 Crescent Ave, Charlotte, NC

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

My firm offers civil and criminal boutique litigation services in both federal and state court.

40%
Criminal Defense 30%

I served as the Chief Assistant United States Attorney in the Western District of North Carolina and have appeared on behalf of those charged with crime throughout the State of North Carolina

30%
Personal Injury 15%

I have handle a number of complex personal injury matters involving premises liability, car collisions and un-and under-insured claims.

15%
Securities and Investment Fraud 15%

One of the most complex cases now in the office involves a FINRA arbitration on behalf of a group of clients who lost millions of dollars.

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 325-350 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 45 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1980

Inactive

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Location

Kenneth P. Andresen, PLLC

2319 Crescent Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28207-1501

KENNETH P. ANDRESEN

2319 Crescent Avenue, Charlotte, NC, 28207

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Kenneth P. Andresen's Reviews

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5 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Hunt | April 10, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Review of Ken Andresen, Atty at Law.

Ken has worked with me concerning a business called Shela Enterprises, LLC, that involves the promotion of a new technology to a global company. Ken was involved in the writing of the contract needed, and he has been very interactive with key personnel to bring this business into fruition. I have b...een very appreciative of Ken's professionalism and keen ability to assist and advise in this endeavor.

Posted by Steve | April 01, 2013 | Business

Kenneth P. Andresen Review

Ken is very knowledgeable and most importantly approaches every aspect of your situation from a pragmatic, business like manner. One of the few attorneys that in addition to his Law Degree, also has an MBA in business, which translates to his understanding and management of the case.

Posted by John | March 31, 2013 | Securities & Investment Fraud

Experienced and astute communicator

In 2006, upon the demise of our company, Eastern Seaboard Packaging, Ken, along with the associates at his law firm, guided Nikki and myself through various trials and tribulations. Attempting to rebuild different careers, and upon bad information that resulted in our being defrauded for several mil...lion dollars, we turned to Ken who advised that recovery in North Carolina was not only possible, but also subject to treble damages . Presently the Andresen Law Firm has filed claims through FINRA, (regulatory body for small investors) to hopefully bring a conclusion to this unfortunate situation. We are presently cautiously optimistic about our success. J and N

Posted by Sally Pleasant | March 26, 2013

Outstanding attorney to work with on any legal issue!

We have worked with Mr. Andresen on many legal issues spanning more than 15 years. We have also referred numerous businesses and individuals to Mr. Andresen. All of us share the opinion that Mr. Andresen is one of the best attorneys in North Carolina.

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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kenneth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Suspension Stayed issued in NC, 2013

updated on 01/11/2016

Suspension stayed means the attorney has been disciplined, but that the discipline is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.

Honors

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

N/A

Jury Award: State Civil case, $100,000 for a Cho Cho

N/A

Jury Award: State Civil case, $35,000 for homeowners

N/A

Jury Award: State Criminal case, Not Guilty

N/A

Jury Award: Condemnation case, $1,100,000

N/A

State Civil case, Caveat Award

Work Experience

1986 - Present

Partner, KENNETH P. ANDRESEN, PLLC

1982 - 1986

Chief Assistant US Attorney, United State Attorney's Office

Associations

1986 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

1986 - Present

Mecklenburg County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Automobile Collision

Substantial settlement without trial

Criminal Matter--federal

Client has been sentenced and will complete her active time within 3 to 5 years.

Motor Cycle

Substantial settlement without trial

Premise Injury

Substantial settlement without trial

Criminal Matter--federal

Client received a sentence of 18 months and is will be release soon.

Homeowners Assocation matter

Jury award clients full reimbursement. The Firm was able to actually go into the HOA's checking account and collect.

Wills--Caveat matter

Jury threw out the last will and accepted the will we offered, which left most of the estate to her.

Equire Lease matter

Case is pending

FINRA matter

Case is pending

Medical Malpractice matter

Case is pending

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Education

1980

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

University of Notre Dame

MBA

1972

St Lawrence University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

North Carolina Bar Association

Federal Forfeiture

Publications

N/A

Wake Forest Law Review Search & Seizure

Languages

English

Activity

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