Atty. Clint Cogburn

Atty. Clint Cogburn

Clint represents clients facing a wide range of challenges in the areas of litigation, community associations, and zoning and land use. His experience covers all aspects of litigation, including pre-trial matters, motions, depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.

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Profile Summary

About Clint Cogburn at a glance

Clint Cogburn is a business, zoning, and litigation attorney based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at Ward and Smith PA. Educated at Vanderbilt University (J.D., 2016) and University of Georgia (—, 2013). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Clint represents clients facing a wide range of challenges in the areas of litigation, community associations, and zoning and land use
  • His experience covers all aspects of litigation, including pre-trial matters, motions, depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
  • In his community associations practice, Clint assists planned communities and community association boards and members with corporate governance, procedural requirements, governing document amendments, fiduciary duties, inspection right, collection issues, and rule adoption and enforcement
  • Additionally, Clint devotes a portion of his practice to helping clients navigate zoning and land use issues, such as subdivision of property, zoning and rezoning matters, special use permits, conditional use permits, variances, appeals of the interpretation of zoning ordinances, certificates of appropriateness, development approvals, and development agreements

Practice Areas Explained

Clint Cogburn's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 Asheville 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 Clint Cogburn

Where is Clint Cogburn's law office located?
Clint Cogburn's law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. The firm is Ward and Smith PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Clint Cogburn handle?
Clint Cogburn focuses on business, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
Where did Clint Cogburn go to law school?
Clint Cogburn earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (—, 2013).
How can I contact Clint Cogburn for a consultation?
You can contact Clint Cogburn 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 Clint Cogburn received?
Clint Cogburn's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Autumn 2022 Thought Leader, Mondaq; Best Lawyers in America — "Rising Star," North Carolina Super Lawyers, 2024.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University
- 2016
University of Georgia
- 2013

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Autumn 2022 Thought Leader, Mondaq
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Rising Star," North Carolina Super Lawyers, 2024
- 2026

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