Civil Litigation Attorney

Luther Starling is a respected civil litigation attorney and the managing partner at Daughtry, Woodard, Lawrence & Starling, serving clients across Smithfield and Clinton, North Carolina. A graduate of Wake Forest University School of Law, he has been recognized multiple times in The Best Lawyers in America® for his work in commercial litigation. His legal career is marked by academic excellence, leadership, and decades of experience in complex civil matters. In addition to his legal practice, Starling has served as Mayor of Clinton since 2001 and holds numerous leadership roles in local organizations, including Sampson Regional Medical Center and Campbell University. He is a recipient of the North Carolina Bar Association’s “Citizen Lawyer” Award and is widely known for his commitment to public service, community engagement, and accessibility to the citizens he serves.

Education

• Wake Forest University School of Law
• Campbell University

Practice Areas

• Real Estate

HONORS & AWARDS

• Super Lawyers Rated
• Recognized by Best Lawyers
• The Best Lawyers in America, 19th -21st Editions
• NCBA Citizen Lawyer Award

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