Craig N. Killen, IP Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina
Charlotte, NC
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Craig N. Killen is an attorney based in Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on IP.
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- Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
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- Handles IP matters from Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Charlotte) (2016).
About Craig N. Killen: Craig N. Killen is an attorney based in Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on IP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Craig N. Killen
Craig concentrates on ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
IP cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Craig takes ip matters in Charlotte, 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 Craig agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Craig N. Killen — Attorney of North Carolina ip experience
Craig N. Killen is an attorney based in Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on IP.
Craig N. Killen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property.
Craig N., who practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Craig N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
How Craig handles ip matters
Craig N. Killen is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Intellectual Property. Craig N., who practices law in Charlotte, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Craig N. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Who Craig represents
Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for ip matters in Charlotte and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Craig N. Killen's legal education and bar admissions
The University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1991
Clemson University
BS · 1987
Jurisdictions
Craig's state bar admissions
North Carolina, Nort
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South Carolina, Sout
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Craig studied at J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law and BS in Clemson University.
Law school and academic background
Craig completed J.D. in The University of South Carolina School of Law and BS in Clemson University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Craig N. Killen
Craig has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Charlotte)
2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Columbia-SC)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Managing Intellectual Property magazine “Patent Star” and “Trademark Star” (2017)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America -- Intellectual Property Litigation (2013-2018)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America Lawyer of the Year, Charlotte, N.C. Litigation - Intellectual Property (2016)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America Lawyer of the Year, Columbia, S.C. Litigation - Intellectual Property (2013)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Charlotte) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Intellectual Property (Columbia-SC) (2013). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Managing Intellectual Property magazine “Patent Star” and “Trademark Star” (2017) (2026). Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America -- Intellectual Property Litigation (2013-2018) (2026).
Locations
Craig N. Killen's office in Charlotte
Craig's primary office is at 301 South College Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Craig N. Killen
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How to hire Craig N. Killen — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new ip attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig'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; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a ip attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many ip 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 Craig
Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in ip practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every ip 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. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many ip practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Craig N. Killen
How much does it cost to hire Craig for a ip case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Craig offer a free consultation?
Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some ip attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.
How long do ip cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple ip 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. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Craig take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?
Craig 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 — Craig 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 Craig?
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. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Craig accepting new ip clients right now?
Craig'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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