Atty. John F. Ayers III

Atty. John F. Ayers III

John grew up in Charlotte attending High School here and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC 1982) where he majored in Political Science and Criminal Justice. He played on the...

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About John F. Ayers III at a glance

John F. Ayers III is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Sellers, Ayers, Dortch & Lyons, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, and tbi/sci. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1986). Educated at Campbell University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and University of North Carolina (B.A. Political, 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John grew up in Charlotte attending High School here and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC 1982) where he majored in Political Science and Criminal Justice
  • He played on the
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Practice Areas Explained

John F. Ayers III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John F. Ayers III 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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Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John F. Ayers III is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in North Carolina →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

John F. Ayers III is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci 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 F. Ayers III

Where is John F. Ayers III's law office located?
John F. Ayers III's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Sellers, Ayers, Dortch & Lyons, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John F. Ayers III handle?
John F. Ayers III focuses on personal injury, workers comp, tbi/sci. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John F. Ayers III practiced law?
John F. Ayers III has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did John F. Ayers III go to law school?
John F. Ayers III earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A. Political, 1982).
How can I contact John F. Ayers III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John F. Ayers III received?
John F. Ayers III's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University School of Law
- 1986
B.A. Political
University of North Carolina
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1986

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