Family Law

• Divorce
• Child Custody and Visitation
  "I observed a friend at work who was going through a very sudden, difficult and scary divorce with an emergency child custody issue. I was so amazed by the outcome that I asked him who the attorney was who championed for him. Six years later when I found myself in a similar situation, I knew exactly who to call. I called Mr. Thomas and he quickly realized the urgency of the matter and he worked tirelessly on my behalf. Because of Mr. Thomas’s commitment to my case, my children were quickly protected and we had the best possible resolution to an extremely difficult situation. I hope that you never find yourself in a position to need this type of representation, but if you do, you can’t find a better advocate than Mr. Terrell Thomas and his law firm."

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
  Jeff earned the distinguished status of being certified by The North Carolina State Bar as a State Criminal Law Specialist in 2009. Only a very small percentage of attorneys achieve this status. At that time, he was one of only four attorneys in the Wake County area to attain the status of Criminal Law Specialist in the last fifteen years. This certification comes from proving his proficiency, skill, experience and knowledge in all aspects of
• DUI/DWI
  In 1957, Kirk, Kirk, Howell, Cutler & Thomas began providing residents of North Carolina with superior legal service and counsel. Over the past several decades, North Carolina has changed the laws related to drunk driving numerous times, tightening their laws and cracking down on offenders.
• Wrongful Death
  In North Carolina, a wrongful death case may be filed even if the circumstances surrounding the death also meet the North Carolina felony guidelines. Because a wrongful death case is a civil matter, the claim is filed by a personal representative of the deceased, and fault is determined and expressed through monetary compensation. In a felony case, it’s filed by a prosecuting attorney in criminal court and, if the defendant is found guilty, he or she will be punished through jail time or fines.
• Traffic Violations
  Don’t be a statistic! Prevention is the best tool when it comes to motorcycle safety. Always wear a helmet and follow the rules of the road. Be mindful of your speed. According to a 2015 study by the NHTSA, 33% of all motorcycle riders involved in fatal crashes were speeding, compared with 19% for drivers of passenger cars. It’s also highly recommended that all motorcyclists take a safety course before taking your motorcycle out on the road. The North Carolina Motorcycle Safety Education Program offers classes throughout the state.
• Murder
  Criminal law from the most serious of charges, including capital and non-capital murder cases down to traffic matters and NC driver license restoration.  As our resident Raleigh criminal lawyer, Jeff will listen to you and your side of the story and examine all the evidence so that he can best advise you on how to proceed in court. Jeff has been fortunate to have a large percentage of his jury and bench trials to result in not guilty verdicts.
• Hit and Run
  Uninsured (UM) motorist coverage. UM coverage is found in your own policy and is used in a case where another motorist lacks coverage and hit and run accidents.

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Disputes
  Joe has been trying cases in the state and federal courts of North Carolina as well as the North Carolina Industrial Commission since 1984. He has served as lead counsel in trials in federal court and state courts across the state in cases involving personal injury, medical malpractice, land condemnation, workers’ compensation, business disputes, and a variety of other litigation.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  Chemical injuries can be tricky to source since the impairment is not always immediately evident or traceable. Working around chemicals carries more risk and necessitates solid safety policies by any business. When you’ve been burned as a result of an unsafe environment or poor industry practices, it may be worth consulting a personal injury lawyer or workers compensation attorney to discuss your options.

Property Law

• Eminent Domain
  While the goal of the project is to improve connection between High Point and Greensboro, drive more traffic to the Piedmont Triad Farmers Market, and improve the flow of traffic to the Piedmont Triad International Airport, it’s not without concerns. With a budget of $53.2 million dollars, over $8 million of that is set aside for property acquisition. This means that if your property borders Sandy Ridge or Johnson Road, your land may be at risk of land condemnation for the project. If you are contacted by a Right of Way representative, it’s important to have an experienced eminent domain attorney in High Point to work on your behalf rather than being at the mercy of the Department of Transportation.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  Our Raleigh personal injury attorneys have helped hundreds of clients to achieve fair and just compensation from auto accidents through the years. Here our experienced attorneys have provided an overview of the information you should know after having a car accident.
• Medical Malpractice
  Medical malpractice laws have been established to protect the public and ensure that patients always receive competent care. When a healthcare provider fails to provide proper care, patients may be entitled to receive compensation for any resulting harm. The experienced Raleigh attorneys at Kirk, Kirk, Howell, Cutler, & Thomas, LLP are here to help you fight for the compensation you deserve in order to cope with the pain, suffering, and expenses incurred when a healthcare provider fails to adequately diagnose a medical condition.
• Auto Accidents

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Terrell graduated from Appalachian State University in 1991 with highest honors and earned his law degree from Wake Forest University in 1994. While in law school, Terrell was a member of the Wake Forest Law Review. Terrell joined Kirk, Kirk, Howell, Cutler & Thomas, L.L.P. in 1994. His general practice includes civil litigation, general business representation, and family law, as well as wills, estate planning, estate administration, and estate litigation.
• Wills
  Our team of will and estate attorneys are here to assist you through estate planning services in the Raleigh/Wendell, NC area.
• Probate