Atty. Bryan Tyson

Atty. Bryan Tyson

After graduating from the University of North Carolina School of Law, Bryan began practicing in the employment law and employee benefits areas, working for large law firms that concentrated in those areas. In 2001, Bryan returned to school at the Georgetown University Law Center and studied to receive an LL.M. in Taxation with a concentration in Employee Benefits, a field that includes retirement plans, health insurance plans, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and other similar types of benefits that employees and business partner/owners receive through their employer.

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Profile Summary

About Bryan Tyson at a glance

Bryan Tyson is a employment and litigation attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Marcellino & Tyson PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia (1996) and North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association (2004). Educated at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (—, 1996) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (—, 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA (2026). Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • After graduating from the University of North Carolina School of Law, Bryan began practicing in the employment law and employee benefits areas, working for large law firms that concentrated in those areas
  • In 2001, Bryan returned to school at the Georgetown University Law Center and studied to receive an LL.M. in Taxation with a concentration in Employee Benefits, a field that includes retirement plans, health insurance plans, short- and long-term disability, life insurance and other similar types of benefits that employees and business partner/owners receive through their employer
  • As these areas (retirement, health insurance, and short- and long-term disability) affect individuals in a very personal way, Bryan wanted to be able to spend more time with clients in these areas
  • In 2010, Bryan opened his own law firm, where he expanded his practice areas to include general business litigation and construction law
  • Bryan enjoys working with clients to help solve their legal issues in the most efficient and supportive manner
  • If you’re currently involved in a legal matter—whether as an individual, small business owners, or otherwise—it can be a difficult and stressful time
  • Bryan and the firm of Marcellino & Tyson try to take as much of the stress and complexity out of the legal process as possible to ensure that our clients understand their options and can make the best decisions to achieve their personal and business goals
  • In addition to his responsibilities as a partner with Marcellino & Tyson, PLLC, he remains active in the community, spends time with his wife and five children, and is an active member of Christ Lutheran Church

Practice Areas Explained

Bryan Tyson's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Charlotte 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 venue, 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 Bryan Tyson

Where is Bryan Tyson's law office located?
Bryan Tyson's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Marcellino & Tyson PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bryan Tyson handle?
Bryan Tyson focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Bryan Tyson practiced law?
Bryan Tyson has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Bryan Tyson go to law school?
Bryan Tyson earned their education at (—, 1996); (—, 1996).
How can I contact Bryan Tyson for a consultation?
You can contact Bryan Tyson 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 Bryan Tyson received?
Bryan Tyson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Charlotte).

Education

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1996
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Individuals
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - ERISA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Charlotte)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - ERISA (Charlotte)
- 2023

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia
Admitted: 1996
North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association
Admitted: 2004

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