Brian O. Beverly, General Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 31 years of legal practice · focused on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice
Raleigh, NC
Practicing general in Raleigh since 1995.
- 31+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Brian O. Beverly is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 31 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 31 years
- Known for
- General · Insurance · Medical Malpractice
- Handles General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Over 31 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Brian O. Beverly: Brian O. Beverly is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 31 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Brian's practice areas in Raleigh
Brian concentrates on general, insurance, medical malpractice, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Insurance
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Medical Malpractice
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Product Liability
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General cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Brian takes general matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Brian takes insurance matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Brian takes medical malpractice matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Brian takes product liability matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Brian O. Beverly, general attorney serving Raleigh
Brian O. Beverly is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on General, Insurance, and Medical Malpractice. Brian has over 31 years of legal experience. Brian works from Raleigh, North Carolina and takes on general matters across the region.
With an extensive trial résumé, Brian centers his practice on insurance coverage analysis and litigation, insurance bad faith and extra-contractual litigation, insurance regulatory matters including representation of the North Carolina Rate Bureau and the North Carolina Reinsurance Facility, the defense of transportation liability claims involving large commercial trucks and buses, medical negligence cases and products liability litigation. Brian has litigated cases to verdict in many state courts and all three federal districts in North Carolina. He has handled appeals in both state and federal appellate courts and is admitted to practice in the U.S. Supreme Court. His trial experience also includes construction liability and premises liability cases. Brian is certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission to conduct mediated settlement conferences in Superior Court cases. He is available to conduct mediations in most North Carolina counties.
Brian has held important leadership positions within the Bar and is well-connected throughout the state. In particular, Brian is a past president of the Wake County Bar Association, the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys, the Capital City Lawyers Association, and has served on the North Carolina Bar Association Board of Governors. He is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and the International Society of Barristers.
Brian is listed in North Carolina Super Lawyers® (2010-2017, 2023, 2024) and in Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite™ in the category of Litigation (2023). He is also recognized by the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals for excellence in the field of Alternative Dispute Resolution and holds an AV Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
Brian’s hobbies include traveling, college and professional sports and sailing.
Working with Brian on a general matter
With an extensive trial résumé, Brian centers his practice on insurance coverage analysis and litigation, insurance bad faith and extra-contractual litigation, insurance regulatory matters including representation of the North Carolina Rate Bureau and the North Carolina Reinsurance Facility, the defense of transportation liability claims involving large commercial trucks and buses, medical…
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, insurance, and medical malpractice matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Brian studied and practices
North Carolina Central University
J.D. · 1995
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A.
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
North Carolina
1995 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in North Carolina Central University and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in North Carolina Central University and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Brian's legal honors and published work
Brian has received 14 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Reinsurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business North Carolina Legal Elite
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in Litigation (2023)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in North Carolina Super Lawyers (2010-2017, 2023-2026)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Insurance (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Reinsurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law (2026).
Locations
Brian O. Beverly's office in Raleigh
Brian's primary office is at 3101 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 200, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27612. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian O. Beverly — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian O. Beverly
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Brian is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new general clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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