Atty. Paul Tharp
Paul Tharp attended law school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Upon graduating from UNC Law and passing the Florida and North Carolina Bar Exams, Mr.
Insurance Defense & More Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC · 23+ Years Experience
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About Paul Tharp at a Glance
Paul Tharp is an Associate based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at A&S Personal Injury Lawyers. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Florida (2003) and North Carolina (2005). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 2003) and University of North Carolina at Wilmington (B.A., 1999). Active member of The Florida Bar North Carolina State Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul Tharp
- Paul Tharp attended law school at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Upon graduating from UNC Law and passing the Florida and North Carolina Bar Exams, Mr. Tharp settled in the Charlotte area
- There he joined Arnold & Smith, PLLC, where he now manages Arnold & Smith's personal injury, workers' compensation, appellate, and post-conviction practices
- Mr. Tharp helps persons who have been injured, assaulted, or abused and families of persons who have been killed
- For two decades, Mr. Tharp has sought justice in all types of personal injury cases involving motor vehicle incidents resulting in deaths and serious injuries, civil rights cases based on excessive force and wrongful arrest, post-conviction relief petitions and appeals, general civil and criminal appeals, and other injury and appeal-related matters
- He has delivered multiple multimillion-dollar jury verdicts and settlements
- Mr. Tharp has successfully argued cases in nearly every judicial district in North Carolina, such as the United States Supreme Court, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Eastern, Middle, and Western Federal District Courts in North Carolina, the North Carolina Supreme Court, and the North Carolina Court of Appeals
Practice Areas Explained
Paul Tharp's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Tharp handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Car Accidents in Charlotte
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
Paul Tharp is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in North Carolina →
Wrongful Death in Charlotte
Paul Tharp is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →
Personal Injury in Charlotte
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 Tharp is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →
Workers Compensation in Charlotte
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Paul Tharp is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in North Carolina →
Motorcycle Accidents in Charlotte
Paul Tharp is one of 11,112 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
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 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.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charlotte Choose Paul Tharp
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Paul Tharp's practice in the field of car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and motorcycle.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul Tharp brings 23+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and North Carolina, Paul Tharp can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, wrongful death, and personal injury, Paul Tharp can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Paul Tharp attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Paul Tharp Handles in Charlotte
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Paul Tharp has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Paul Tharp directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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