Atty. Paul E. Culpepper

Atty. Paul E. Culpepper

Paul joined the firm in 1993 and has concentrated his practice in the field of litigation since that time. Paul prides himself on providing quality, personal representation with an eye towards the economic realities of litigation.

Hickory Hickory 33 Years Experience 33 year
Call (828) 809-2239

Profile Summary

About Paul E. Culpepper at a glance

Paul E. Culpepper is a Partner based in Hickory, North Carolina, practicing at Young, Morphis, Bach & Taylor, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, workers comp, and construction. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1993) and U.S. Supreme Court All Districts in North Carolina Federal Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circu (2001). Educated at Campbell University's Norman A. Wiggins School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Catawba County Bar Association North Carolina Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Employment Law and Workers' Compensation) American Bar Association. Serves clients in Hickory, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Paul joined the firm in 1993 and has concentrated his practice in the field of litigation since that time
  • Paul prides himself on providing quality, personal representation with an eye towards the economic realities of litigation
  • Whether it is a small matter or complex business litigation, Paul is prepared to effectively litigate your case to a negotiated resolution or, if necessary, all the way to a jury verdict
  • Paul has successfully tried numerous jury cases in both federal and state court and also represents clients in arbitration proceedings throughout western North Carolina
  • Paul’s civil litigation practice includes business litigation, construction law, employment law, insurance defense, personal-injury law, and general civil litigation
  • When not practicing law, Paul enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, fishing, and working in the yard

Practice Areas Explained

Paul E. Culpepper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul E. Culpepper 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.

Paul E. Culpepper is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Paul E. Culpepper is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Paul E. Culpepper is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business 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.

Paul E. Culpepper is one of 49,806 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in North Carolina →

Construction Law

Paul E. Culpepper is one of 36,357 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction 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 Hickory 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 venue, 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 Paul E. Culpepper

Where is Paul E. Culpepper's law office located?
Paul E. Culpepper's law practice is located in Hickory, North Carolina. The firm is Young, Morphis, Bach & Taylor, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul E. Culpepper handle?
Paul E. Culpepper focuses on personal injury, employment, business, workers comp, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Paul E. Culpepper practiced law?
Paul E. Culpepper has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Paul E. Culpepper go to law school?
Paul E. Culpepper earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Paul E. Culpepper for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul E. Culpepper received?
Paul E. Culpepper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University's Norman A. Wiggins School of Law
- 1993
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Supreme Court All Districts in North Carolina Federal Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circu
Admitted: 2001

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