Charlotte, NC

Jan Dils

Jan Dils is the firm’s founder. She opened Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, in 1994 as the solo attorney/employee. Today, she has a skilled and compassionate team of more than 150 serving clients throughout West Virginia, with offices in Parkersburg, Beckley, Charleston, Huntington and Logan, as well as one additional office in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her passion is fighting for people who are all too often left helpless at the hands of corporations, insurance companies, Big Pharma, and government red tape. Jan Dils, Attorneys at Law, has 25 years of experience in all forms of Social Security and Disability benefits, Veteran’s Benefits and Personal Injury cases. Jan is a graduate of Marietta College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in both Marketing and Economics. She then went on to receive her Master’s in Business Administration in 1991, and her law degree from West Virginia University in 1994. She is a member of the West Virginia Bar, the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR), and the National Organization of Veterans’ Advocates. Recognitions include but are not limited to Who’s Who - Top Lawyer, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys - Nationally Ranked: Top 10 Attorney Award, and National Trial Lawyers - Top 100 Trial Lawyers. The culture of any successful business is shaped from the top down. Jan has cultivated an environment of work pride, compassion and community service. She believes in work/life balance. For her that means spending time with her two boys and husband and hitting the gym at 5:00 a.m.

Ted A. Greve

Dr. Ted A. Greve holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Georgia (1979), a Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic (1982), and a Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University (1993). He was a collegiate swimmer, graduating Cum Laude from UGA and Magna Cum Laude from Palmer. He operated chiropractic clinics before founding the Law Office of Ted A. Greve in 1992, which later became Dr Ted Injury Law. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and is certified in Chiropractic X-ray and auto collision reconstruction. With a unique background as both a doctor and a lawyer, he focuses on representing injured individuals in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. He is also a platinum member of the Brain Injury Association of North Carolina and has been recognized as America’s Top 50 Lawyer.

Bill Powers

Bill Powers is well-known throughout North Carolina among courtroom lawyers. As the former President of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, through his work teaching lawyers, and as a founding member of the Center for Legal Education and Advocacy, Bill Powers is a 'Lawyer’s Lawyer.' He is a Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy/National Board of Legal Specialty Certification as well as a member of the IACP - International Association of Collaborative Professionals. His passion is to help people, not judge them. He takes his responsibility seriously, trusting clients with their worries, concerns, and lives. His goal is to help people facing serious misdemeanor and felony charges, many of which involve allegations of 'drunk driving.' He is dedicated to providing sound legal advice to people arrested for impaired driving in North Carolina.

Bill Powers

Bill Powers is well-known throughout North Carolina among courtroom lawyers. As the former President of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, through his work teaching lawyers, and as a founding member of the Center for Legal Education and Advocacy, Bill Powers is a “Lawyer’s Lawyer.”

Michael Harman

As the founder and principal attorney of Harman Law, PLLC, Michael brings a wealth of experience and unwavering dedication to advocating for the rights of employees and small businesses across North Carolina. Employment litigation is the cornerstone of his practice, where he represents clients through every stage of the employment journey, from unemployment appeal hearings to intricate cases before courts and administrative agencies. Michael’s experience spans a broad range of employment matters, including discrimination, workplace harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and wage and hour disputes, among others. With a deep understanding of the nuances of employment law, he crafts meticulous legal strategies tailored to each client’s unique circumstances, ensuring their interests are protected and their voices are heard. Complementing his focus on employment law is Michael’s proficiency in civil litigation and general negligence issues, including personal injury and tort claims. Before establishing Harman Law, PLLC, he honed his skills as a Senior Associate Attorney at a prestigious personal injury firm in Charlotte, gaining invaluable experience in navigating the complexities of these cases in both state and federal courts.

Maggie Shankle

Maggie Shankle is more than an attorney-she’s a trusted ally for individuals navigating some of life’s most challenging moments. As the founder of Shankle Law Firm, Maggie has built her career on compassion, determination, and an unwavering commitment to her clients. With over two decades of experience and recognition as a North Carolina State Bar Board-Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law, Maggie practices among the most elite in her field. Maggie’s legal expertise is matched by her personal dedication. She has earned accolades as a Super Lawyer, is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum for Personal Injury claims, and has been recognized among the Best Lawyers and Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report. Maggie combines her insider knowledge of insurance defense with her deep empathy for clients, ensuring every case is handled with strategic precision and heartfelt care. Each day I have the opportunity to give of my knowledge, my time, my advocacy and my compassion to help lighten my clients’ burdens in a difficult time. I am relentless in representing my clients and do everything in my power to fight for what I believe is right and just. Yet I also fight with heart, because I care for them as individuals. My parents taught me that it is in giving that we receive. When my team and I show our clients that we care about them and give them our support through one of their most difficult times, the comfort and relief we see on their faces is the true reward. When I give everything I have to fight for my clients and they say they will never forget the kindness we have shown them...I am grateful I get to do it again tomorrow. Maggie practices among an elite class of specialists in Workers’ Compensation. She earned Board Certification by the North Carolina State Bar as a Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law. (Attorneys are not permitted to be called “specialists” in any field unless they meet rigorous criteria including additional testing and display a superior understanding of the area in which they are certified.) After obtaining her law degree, Maggie aspired to own and run her own firm. Her goal was to be a litigator representing hard-working people who face unexpected injuries and need assistance to protect their livelihood, their family and their physical health. Maggie founded Shankle Law Firm, PA in 2008, where she has devoted her practice to protecting the rights of injured workers. She finds her passion in guiding people through the difficulties of the legal process and achieving the best possible results for her clients. She has been practicing law in the workers’ compensation field since 1999. Maggie also has substantial experience in handling personal injury, social security disability, medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases. While Maggie’s intent was ultimately to represent Plaintiffs, her first role was at an insurance defense firm, where she practiced for nearly five years. This gave her true insight into dealing with insurance companies and employers and provided an understanding of their tactics and techniques. She saw the inequities and advantages built into the system for the insurers, leaving individuals without the compensation they deserved. Armed with this knowledge and experience, she now delivers the best for her clients, often providing the inside track to positive outcomes. Having grown up in a family of self-employed business owners, Maggie experienced firsthand what it is like to work in manual labor jobs with high risks for injury. Her parents own and operate a Heating, Air Conditioning and Commercial Refrigeration Company. Her brothers are also entrepreneurs who run family businesses. She learned at an early age how important it is to provide for your family and carries that with her as she represents those who have been wronged.

H. Edward Knox

Eddie Knox serves “Of Counsel” at Knox Law Center, continuing to play an advisory role and lending his decades of legal experience to support both clients and attorneys at the firm. A Board Certified Trial Specialist with the National Board of Trial Advocacy, Eddie has long been recognized as one of North Carolina’s most respected legal professionals. He was named a Legal Elite by Business North Carolina magazine in 2003, 2005, and 2006, holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and was honored with the Super Lawyers Award from 2006 through 2024. In 2008, he was inducted into the General Practice Hall of Fame by the North Carolina Bar Association. Eddie earned his Juris Doctor as a Babcock Scholar at Wake Forest University School of Law after graduating from North Carolina State University, where he was named the Most Distinguished Graduate in the School of Education. He also served as president of both the law school student body and the N.C. State student body. Throughout his career, Eddie held numerous leadership roles in public service and civic life, including terms as a State Senator and Mayor of Charlotte, NC. He also chaired several state commissions and community organizations. While he no longer actively practices law, Eddie continues to bring a wealth of insight to Knox Law Center. His decades of courtroom experience-ranging from personal injury and workers’ compensation to condemnation and malpractice-inform the firm’s approach and strategy, helping deliver the best possible outcomes for clients. Outside of law, Eddie is the owner and developer of Verdict Ridge Golf and Country Club, located in Denver, NC. He and his wife, attorney Frances S. Knox, have two children and eight grandchildren. They are active members of Bethel Presbyterian Church in Cornelius, and Eddie also sings in “Witness,” a southern gospel quartet.