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NC Resident
Member - Oak Ridge United Methodist Church
Board Governance on Home and Property Owners Associations - Oak Ridge, NC; Colfax, NC; Greensboro, NC; North Myrtle Beach, SC
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Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
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Posted by Ray | May 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Ray & Mary Gravley
Recently Attorney Lingle assisted us in preparation of wills and power of attorneys. We were impressed with his assistance and were very satisfied with documents.
Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Power Of Attorney
Fast and efficient service
We had Mr. Lingle revise our Health Care Power of Attorney and Last Will and Testaments We were very pleased with Mr. Lingle's professionalism, knowledge, and speed of service. We would highly recommend Mr. Lingle if you are drafting a new will or making making revisions to an existing will or w...
Posted by Beth | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Wonderful Experience
My husband and I contacted Mr. Lingle to have a will drawn up. Mr. Lingle was very informative and did a great job explaining all aspects of making the will as well as how it will be executed. I highly recommend contacting Mr. Lingle for your legal needs.
Posted by Matt | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Great Job
Mr. Lingle was truly helpful in helping my wife and I draft a will. He explained everything in understandable terms and was very quick and efficient with the process. He is a top notch lawyer that is honest and who genuinely cares about your best interests. I would highly recommend him for your legal...
Posted by Gary and Melissa | August 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Honest, helpful attorney. Great help!
My husband and I went to Mr. Lingle to have simple wills drawn up in order to protect ourselves in the future. He was very informative and knowledgeable in helping us make the best decisions for our situation. He was warm and personable, making us feel comfortable discussing our most private informa...
Robert J. Lingle's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe Lingle dedicates himself to his clients' needs and applies his superior legal mind to fulfilling them. Having worked along side Joe for many years, I can vouch without reservation not only for his superior knowledge of law and process but also for his consummate professionalism. There is no lawyer I would trust more than him to protect the interests of his client."
"I have known Joe for twenty five years and I have followed his career throughout that time. Joe and his partner, David Puryear, bring a rare combination of intellect, judgment, foresight, and calm tough-mindedness to the pursuit of their clients' interests. I highly recommend them."
"I have known Joe personally and professionally for over 25 years. Like other exceptional lawyers, he has the ability to actively listen to his client, understand issues, and provide practical, tactical advice while still keeping his focus on his client's overall strategic goals."
David Puryear
Business lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1991
Member, North Carolina Law Review
1990
Managing Editor, Academia - American Association of University Professors
Work Experience
1995 - 2022
Attorney, Member-Manager, Puryear and Lingle, PLLC
1991 - 1995
Attorney, Litigation Firm - Commercial Disputes, Employment Law
Sample of Legal Cases
Farr Assocs., Inc. v. Baskin, 138 N.C. App. 276; 530 S.E.2d 878
Appeals court upheld dsimissal of a consulting firm's action against a former employee for alleged breach of a non-compete
Smalley v. Streuli Sales, Inc., M.D.N.C., NO. 1:98CV01066
Court concluded that alleged continuous and frequent display of Confederate battle flag and noose in the workplace was sufficient to allow jury to find for plaintiff African-Americans in their hostile work environment claims.
Peterson v. Robertson, M.D.N.C. 6:95CV00450
Case remanded to state court after opposing party improperly removed action from state court to federal court
Jackson v. Kimel, No. 91-2396, (4th Cir. Court of Appeals), 992 F.2d 1318
Employee's state law tort claim against former supervisor was not preempted by the Labor Management Relations Act because resolution of the claim did not require interpretation of the collective bargaining agreement.
Baker Constr. Co. v. Phillips, 333 N.C. 441; 426 S.E.2d 679
N.C. Supreme court upheld Plaintiff contractor’s right to recover for all work performed
Education
1991
University of North Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor With Honors
1988
University of North Carolina, Charlotte
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Magna Cum Laude
Speaking Engagements
2021
National Business Institute
LLC Operating Agreements: Start to Finish-CLE Attended
2021
National Business Institute
Accounting 101 For Attorneys-CLE Attended
2021
Greensboro Bar Association
Greensboro Bar Meeting – 24th Judicial District
2020
Greensboro Bar Association
Greensboro Bar Meeting – 24th Judicial District
2013
Legal Planning for the Future
Estate Planning
2003
CLE
Protecting Business Interests - Non-compete Agreements and Their Enforcement, Protection of Trade Secrets
2003
CLE
Employment Practice Issues - Compensation Policies, Progressive Discipline Theory and Practice, Performance Evaluations
1998
Meeting
Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
Publications
2003
Employment Law Issues
Employment Practice Issues and Protecting Business Interests
1992
North Carolina Tort Law
Business Torts
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
Are EEOC complaints entered in a database that potential employers can access to see legal disputes potential applicant started?
17 Dec 2014
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Do pending charges show up on a pre-employment background check?
15 May 2014
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Title was signed over before passing away, notorized.
08 May 2014