Atty. Brent A. Patterson

Atty. Brent A. Patterson

Brent A. Patterson, a distinguished personal injury attorney, serves the communities of Kannapolis, Gastonia, and Salisbury in North Carolina.

Gastonia Gastonia 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Brent A. Patterson at a glance

Brent A. Patterson is a Member based in Gastonia, North Carolina, practicing at Patterson Law. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1992), U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina (1992), and South Carolina (1999). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1992) and Louisiana State University (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Gastonia, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brent A. Patterson, a distinguished personal injury attorney, serves the communities of Kannapolis, Gastonia, and Salisbury in North Carolina
  • Originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Brent developed a profound connection to North Carolina through summers spent in Franklin
  • He earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University, followed by a law degree from Wake Forest University in 1992
  • Brent's legal career launched in Charlotte, North Carolina, with Blakeney and Alexander, concentrating on labor and employment defense
  • In 1994, he moved his practice to Gastonia, shifting his focus to advocating for individuals against businesses and insurance companies, dedicated to personal injury, medical malpractice, workers’ compensation, and negligence claims
  • Over a decade with Harris, Ragan, Patterson & Rodgers, Brent honed his commitment to providing personalized attention to protect working people's rights, trying cases across Western North Carolina
  • An educator and leader, he has taught Continuing Legal Education classes and served as President of the Gaston and 27A Judicial District Bar Associations
  • Brent's extensive trial experience and dedication to justice have earned him a strong reputation and referral network
  • Residing with his wife, Benet, Brent is committed to delivering client-focused, results-driven legal services through his firm, Patterson Law

Practice Areas Explained

Brent A. Patterson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brent A. Patterson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Brent A. Patterson is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in North Carolina →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Brent A. Patterson is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Brent A. Patterson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Motorcycle Accidents

Brent A. Patterson is one of 11,237 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in North Carolina →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Brent A. Patterson is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Gastonia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brent A. Patterson

Where is Brent A. Patterson's law office located?
Brent A. Patterson's law practice is located in Gastonia, North Carolina. The firm is Patterson Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brent A. Patterson handle?
Brent A. Patterson focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Brent A. Patterson practiced law?
Brent A. Patterson has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Brent A. Patterson go to law school?
Brent A. Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Brent A. Patterson for a consultation?
You can contact Brent A. Patterson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Brent A. Patterson received?
Brent A. Patterson's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1992
B.A.
Louisiana State University
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western, Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
South Carolina
Admitted: 1999

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