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Curry First, Civil Rights Attorney in Asheville, North Carolina

Over 57 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Asheville, NC

Practicing civil rights in Asheville since 1969.

57+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
3
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Curry First is an attorney based in Asheville, NC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Curry has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Asheville, NC
Experience
over 57 years
Known for
Civil Rights · Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation matters from Asheville, NC.
  • Over 57 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Curry First: Curry First is an attorney based in Asheville, NC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Curry has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Curry's practice areas in Asheville

Curry concentrates on civil rights, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Curry handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in Asheville, North Carolina

Curry takes civil rights matters in Asheville, 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 Curry agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Asheville, North Carolina

Curry takes employment matters in Asheville, 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 Curry agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Asheville, North Carolina

Curry takes litigation matters in Asheville, 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 Curry agrees to represent you.

Biography

Curry First, civil rights attorney serving Asheville

Curry First is an attorney based in Asheville, NC. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Litigation. Curry has over 57 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Curry works from Asheville, North Carolina and takes on civil rights matters across the region.

Atty. Curry First is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment law, litigation. Curry received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Curry practices in Asheville, NC.

Working with Curry on a civil rights matter

Atty. Curry First is a lawyer practicing civil rights, employment law, litigation. Curry received a B.S. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years. Curry practices in Asheville, NC.

Clients Curry works with

Curry reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and litigation matters in Asheville and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Curry studied and practices

  • Vanderbilt University

    J.D. · 1968

  • Pennsylvania State University

    B.S. · 1965

Jurisdictions

Curry's state bar admissions

  • Wisconsin (inactive)

    1970 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1970 · ACTIVE

  • Pennsylvania

    1969 · ACTIVE

Curry studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University.

Law school and academic background

Curry completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and B.S. in Pennsylvania State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Curry runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Curry's legal honors and published work

Curry has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Curry's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Wisconsin (Member, Individual Rights Section) National Employment Lawyers Association

    membership

Locations

Curry First's office in Asheville

Curry's primary office is at 57 A Broadway St, Asheville, NC, 28801-2919. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

57 A Broadway St

Asheville, NC 28801-2919

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Curry First — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Curry. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing civil rights attorneys in Asheville.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Curry First — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Curry usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Curry charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Curry'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; Curry will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Asheville, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights 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 Curry

Curry discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights 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. Curry confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Curry's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Curry First

  • How much does it cost to hire Curry for a civil rights case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Curry walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Curry offer a free consultation?

    Curry charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Curry's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Curry's current terms during booking.

  • How long do civil rights cases in North Carolina typically take?

    Simple civil rights 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. Curry gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Curry take my case if I'm outside Asheville?

    Curry 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 — Curry 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 Curry?

    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. Curry will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Curry accepting new civil rights clients right now?

    Curry's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Civil Rights attorneys serving Asheville, Raleigh and Charlotte in North Carolina

Curry handles civil rights matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.

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