Atty. John Edward Spainhour

Atty. John Edward Spainhour

Mr. John Edward Spainhour is a lawyer practicing general liability defense, torts, insurance and 6 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (980) 920-5204 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Edward Spainhour at a glance

John Edward Spainhour is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at McAngus Goudelock & Courie, LLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, slip & fall, and product liability. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2001) and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (2001). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Davidson College (B.A. History, 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Mecklenburg County and North Carolina Bar Associations Defense Research Institute North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John Edward Spainhour is a lawyer practicing general liability defense, torts, insurance and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • John practices at McAngus Goudelock & Courie, LLC in Charlotte, NC and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Spainhour's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

John Edward Spainhour is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in North Carolina →

Product Liability

John Edward Spainhour is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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 Edward Spainhour

Where is John Edward Spainhour's law office located?
John Edward Spainhour's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is McAngus Goudelock & Courie, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Spainhour handle?
John Edward Spainhour focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business, slip & fall, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Edward Spainhour practiced law?
John Edward Spainhour has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John Edward Spainhour go to law school?
John Edward Spainhour earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A. History, 1997).
How can I contact John Edward Spainhour for a consultation?
You can contact John Edward Spainhour 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 Edward Spainhour received?
John Edward Spainhour's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 2001
B.A. History
Davidson College
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2001

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