Louisburg, NC

C. Boyd Sturges III

Boyd Sturges has practiced law since 1995. He has been involved in several high profile cases including representing a state Judge in a federal corruption case. He was named a special prosecutor in the Duke Lacross case to prosecute former Durham District Attorney Mike Nifong. He has tried many criminal, civil, and domestic cases both to juries as well as judges. He also represents the Franklin County Board of Education and Louisburg College. He was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2009. Boyd is also on the Board of Directors for the Tar River Land Conservancy and a Trustee for Louisburg College.

Kaitlyn L. Tickle

Kaitlyn joined Tickle Law Office in 2017 after graduating from North Carolina Central School of Law and passing the North Carolina State Bar. Kaitlyn earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from East Carolina University in 2010 as well as her Master of Arts in Human Services with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling from Liberty University in 2013. Kaitlyn taught first and second grade for four years before deciding to make a career change and pursue her law degree. A native of Wake Forest, NC, Kaitlyn now calls Franklin County home. In her free time, Kaitlyn enjoys volunteering with a local animal rescue, Paws for Life.

Lawrence Edward Tickle Jr.

Lawrence founded Tickle Law Office in 2013 after graduating from Campbell University School of Law and passing the North Carolina State Bar. Lawrence earned his Bachelor of Science in Political Science from East Carolina University in 2010 as well as his Master of Science in Criminal Justice and Public Administration from Liberty University in 2015. Lawrence served in the United States Marine Corps after high school where he learned the essential leadership and management skills necessary to be successful as a zealous advocate for his clients. A native of Reidsville, NC, Lawrence now calls Franklin County home. He prides himself in fighting for the little guy and helping others. A true problem solver, he repairs automobiles and other mechanical items in his free time. Lawrence vigorously fights for you in the court room whether it is a misdemeanor, DWI, or felony or whether you are fighting for your children or you livelihood during divorce. If your legal matter is important to you, make an appointment to visit Tickle Law Office by calling the office, filling out the email form or chatting with an agent right now.

Charlotte Murphy

Charlotte grew up in Franklin County, North Carolina and graduated from Bunn High School in 2016, and went on to attend Appalachian State University. While there, Charlotte played varsity softball and fell in love with the mountains. In 2020, Charlotte graduated from Appalachian State Cum Laude where she received her Bachelor of Science in Political Science and Biology. From there, Charlotte headed deeper into the Appalachian Mountains to West Virginia College of Law. During her time at West Virginia, Charlotte served as the Vice President of the Marly E. Lugar Trial Association Team where she honed in on her leadership and advocacy skills. Additionally, Charlotte completed a summer internship with the West Virgina Legal Aid Office where she received foundational skills that dealt with legal topics such as divorce, domestic violence, property rights, and various other subjects. Charlotte also completed a clerkship with the West Virginia House of Delegates where she gained a well-rounded knowledge of legislative procedures that impact people and the law daily. In 2024, Charlotte obtained her Juris Doctorate and Master of Public Administration degree. Homesick, Charlotte returned to Franklin County and took a job with Tickle Law Office, PLLC where she passed the bar on her first try. Charlotte enjoys helping people, hiking, an occasional run outside, dad jokes, and learning new things.