Mr. Douglas A. Petho

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Mr. Douglas A. Petho: Attorney with Price, Petho & Associates P.L.L.C.
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Silver Client Champion
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Biography

Attorney Douglas A. Petho joined the firm in 1993. He is a graduate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in the Administration of Criminal Justice in 1988. He earned his law degree from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in 1991. Mr. Petho is a native of the Charlotte area.

Mr. Petho began his trial career as an Assistant District Attorney for the 1st Judicial District of North Carolina serving under the Hon. H.P. Williams. In that position, Mr. Petho was tasked with the prosecution of both misdemeanor and felony charges in a seven county district of Eastern North Carolina.

Since joining the firm in 1993, attorney Petho’s primary focus has been the litigation of plaintiff’s personal injury suits. He has successfully tried hundreds of cases to jury verdict involving automobile accidents, trucking accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, animal attacks, intentional torts and work related accidents. He has served as a representative of the plaintiff’s bar on the Mecklenburg County District Court Rules Committee and has served as an arbitrator in numerous insurance disputes.

In 2011, Mr. Petho achieved an “AV Preeminent” rating by Martindale Hubbell, their highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards. He is an active member in the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and a member of both the Personal Injury and Workers Compensation Division. He is a member of the North Carolina Stat Bar, North Carolina Bar Association and Mecklenburg County Bar Association.

Mr. Petho is married with two daughters, all of whom are active members of Saint Matthew Catholic Church.

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Areas of Practice (11)

  • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
  • Workers Compensation
  • Wrongful Death
  • Truck Accidents
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Automobile Accidents
  • Boating Accidents
  • Pedestrian Injuries
  • Bicycle Accidents
  • Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
  • Animal Attacks

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, B.S., Criminal Justice, 1988; J.D., 1991; North Carolina State University
Year of First Admission:
1991
Admission:
1991, North Carolina; 1991, U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Memberships:
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina and American Bar Associations; North Carolina Advocates for Justice; The American Association for Justice.
Birth Information:
Cleveland, Ohio, April 26, 1966
ISLN:
901553841

Payment Information

Contingency Fee
25% - 33%
Credit Cards Accepted
Other - contingency fee
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (13 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Member on 10/31/11 in Litigation

    Doug Petho is a very well respected trial lawyer in Charlotte, North Carolina. I have tried many cases with him. I also will routinely send individuals to Mr. Petho when they have legal issues that he is able to address.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 10/29/11 in Litigation

    Mr. Petho is a highly competent and experienced trial lawyer. He has sound Judgment and analytical skills. He is respected by his adversaries and the bench. Our office frequently refers cases to his office because we know that he will make us look... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 11/19/11 in General Practice

    An excellent lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 11/18/11 in General Practice

    Excellent lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Sole Practitioner on 11/18/11 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/31/11 in Personal Injury

    Doug is an excellent lawyer who always does his best in representing his clients, even under difficult circumstances. He is a credit to the profession.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 10/29/11 in Personal Injury

    Mr. Petho is an excellent trial lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with him on several cases, and I would recommend him without reservation for any personaly injury case.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/29/11 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/21/11 in Personal Injury

    I worked with Doug years backa nd know him as a fine lawyer. When I need advice on a personal injury issue, he is the one I call.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 10/21/11 in Personal Injury

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (11 reviews)

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5.0/5.0 (4 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

Mr. Petho and his staff were fantastic to work with. After speaking with several other attorneys, Mr. Petho showed extreme knowledge and compassion. I highly recommend Mr. Petho. My minor child and...

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Contact Mr. Douglas A. Petho

Contact Information:

980-470-5136  Phone

704-372-6516  Fax

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