Atty. John C. Gilson

Atty. John C. Gilson

John C. Gilson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

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Profile Summary

About John C. Gilson at a glance

John C. Gilson is a business and m&a attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John C. Gilson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • John C., who practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2024
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which John C. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Gilson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John C. Gilson 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.

John C. Gilson is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Mergers & Acquisitions

John C. Gilson is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 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 John C. Gilson

Where is John C. Gilson's law office located?
John C. Gilson's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Gilson handle?
John C. Gilson focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
Where did John C. Gilson go to law school?
John C. Gilson earned their education at (J.D., 2003).
How can I contact John C. Gilson for a consultation?
You can contact John C. Gilson 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 John C. Gilson received?
John C. Gilson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
- 2003

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026

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