Atty. Hillary B. Crabtree

Atty. Hillary B. Crabtree

Hillary Crabtree brings considerable bankruptcy experience, corporate law and restructuring experience to her clients, which have been drawn from such areas as energy, airlines, auto, manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and retail sales. A seasoned attorney with experience in bankruptcy, corporate law, and finance, Hillary Crabtree counsels high-profile clients in industries including energy, airlines, auto, manufacturing, restaurants, biopharmaceutical and retail sales.

Charlotte Charlotte 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Hillary B. Crabtree at a glance

Hillary B. Crabtree is a bankruptcy attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Moore & Van Allen PLLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1999). Educated at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1999) and Davidson College (BA, 1992). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Hillary Crabtree brings considerable bankruptcy experience, corporate law and restructuring experience to her clients, which have been drawn from such areas as energy, airlines, auto, manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and retail sales
  • A seasoned attorney with experience in bankruptcy, corporate law, and finance, Hillary Crabtree counsels high-profile clients in industries including energy, airlines, auto, manufacturing, restaurants, biopharmaceutical and retail sales
  • Hillary works across the firm’s multidisciplinary platform to assist clients with reorganizations, finance transactions, contractual matters, and general corporate law
  • She is known as a “go-to” attorney for her bankruptcy experience in representing lenders, landlords, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, and debtors in reorganization proceedings
  • Hillary is adept in handling commercial real property foreclosures and receiverships for secured lenders
  • She regularly represents financial institutions in secured lending transactions and structured finance/securitization transactions

Practice Areas Explained

Hillary B. Crabtree's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 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 Hillary B. Crabtree

Where is Hillary B. Crabtree's law office located?
Hillary B. Crabtree's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Moore & Van Allen PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hillary B. Crabtree handle?
Hillary B. Crabtree focuses on bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Hillary B. Crabtree practiced law?
Hillary B. Crabtree has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Hillary B. Crabtree go to law school?
Hillary B. Crabtree earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (BA, 1992).
How can I contact Hillary B. Crabtree for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Hillary B. Crabtree received?
Hillary B. Crabtree's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law.

Education

J.D.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1999
BA
Davidson College
- 1992

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1999

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