Atty. Karen I. McElwee

Atty. Karen I. McElwee

Ms. Karen I.

North Wilkesboro North Wilkesboro 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Karen I. McElwee at a glance

Karen I. McElwee is an Associate based in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, practicing at McElwee Firm, PLLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1993), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1994), and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1994). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1993) and Gardner-Webb College (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in North Wilkesboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Karen I. McElwee is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, personal injury, medical malpractice and 1 other area of law
  • Karen received a B.S. degree from Gardner-Webb College in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Karen practices at McElwee Firm, PLLC in North Wilkesboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Karen I. McElwee's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Karen I. McElwee is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

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.

Karen I. McElwee is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Workers Compensation

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

Karen I. McElwee is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp 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 North Wilkesboro 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 Karen I. McElwee

Where is Karen I. McElwee's law office located?
Karen I. McElwee's law practice is located in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. The firm is McElwee Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karen I. McElwee handle?
Karen I. McElwee focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Karen I. McElwee practiced law?
Karen I. McElwee has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Karen I. McElwee go to law school?
Karen I. McElwee earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Karen I. McElwee for a consultation?
You can contact Karen I. McElwee 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 Karen I. McElwee received?
Karen I. McElwee's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1993
B.S.
Gardner-Webb College
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1994

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