This prestigious distinction acknowledges some of the most noteworthy up-and-coming litigation attorneys in the country who handle significant cases, including those with high stakes or that set precedents. The guide results from a meticulous process involving peer review and case evaluation.
Ward and Smith's attorneys recognized on the 2023 "40 & Under Hot List" are:
Chris Edwards is an appellate attorney who focuses his practice on complex legal issues in both federal and state courts of appeals. A North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice, Chris has handled civil and criminal appeals raising various legal issues. To take a few examples, he has handled appeals in constitutional litigation, child custody litigation, employment litigation, equitable distribution litigation, estate litigation, municipal litigation, patent litigation, personal injury litigation, tax litigation, trade secrets litigation, and unfair competition litigation. All told, since joining the firm in 2018, Chris has presented more than a dozen oral arguments in state and federal courts, and he has been the primary author of more than 30 appellate briefs.
Evan Musselwhite is a construction litigator who serves as the co-Chair of the firm's construction law practice. He represents and advises contractors, subcontractors, owners, and design professionals in all stages of the construction and development process. His experience includes drafting and negotiating construction,...
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