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Jordan Spanner, Appellate Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Litigation

Raleigh, NC

Practicing appellate in Raleigh since 2018.

8+
Years practicing
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Jordan Spanner is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Jordan has over 8 years of legal experience.

Based in
Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
Experience
over 8 years
Known for
Appellate · Business · Litigation
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Litigation matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
  • Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Jordan Spanner: Jordan Spanner is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Jordan has over 8 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jordan takes on

Jordan concentrates on appellate, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jordan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Jordan takes appellate 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 Jordan agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Jordan takes business 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 Jordan agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Raleigh, North Carolina

Jordan takes litigation 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 Jordan agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jordan Spanner — appellate lawyer in Raleigh

Jordan Spanner is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Litigation. Jordan has over 8 years of legal experience.

Jordan helps clients navigate complex disputes related to business, intellectual property, and trusts and estates matters. She is skilled at interpreting statutory and regulatory schemes, contracts, and other legal documents. She is also experienced in evaluating pleadings, motions, and briefs, which allows her to work with individuals and businesses in all phases of the litigation process, including pre-trial investigations, preparation of pleadings, discovery, and trial.

Before joining Ward and Smith, Jordan was a law clerk to the Honorable Marilyn J. Horan, U.S. District Judge for the Western District of Pennsylvania. In that role, Jordan gained substantial experience in legal research, analysis, and writing, as well as courtroom management. She also organized and managed the chambers internship program.

Prior to law school, Jordan had a career as a child welfare social worker. She investigated reports of child abuse, neglect, and dependency, which required interviewing children, families, and other community members, working with law enforcement, and preparing cases for court.

Working with Jordan on a appellate matter

Jordan helps clients navigate complex disputes related to business, intellectual property, and trusts and estates matters. She is skilled at interpreting statutory and regulatory schemes, contracts, and other legal documents. She is also experienced in evaluating pleadings, motions, and briefs, which allows her to work with individuals and businesses in all phases of the litigation process,…

Clients Jordan works with

Jordan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and litigation matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • North Carolina State University

    B.S.W. · 2008

  • Campbell University

    J.D. · 2018

Jurisdictions

Jordan's state bar admissions

  • North Carolina, Nort

    2018 · ACTIVE

Jordan studied at B.S.W. in North Carolina State University and J.D. in Campbell University.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jordan has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — NC Pro Bono Honor Society

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — "40 & Under List," Benchmark Litigation, 2022, 2023

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — NC Pro Bono Honor Society (2026). Best Lawyers in America — "40 & Under List," Benchmark Litigation, 2022, 2023 (2026).

Locations

Jordan Spanner's office in Raleigh

Jordan's primary office is at 751 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300, Raleigh, North Carolina, 33009. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

751 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300

Raleigh, North Carolina 33009

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jordan Spanner — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

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

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Jordan

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Jordan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jordan Spanner

  • How much does it cost to hire Jordan for a appellate case?

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

  • Does Jordan offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do appellate cases in North Carolina typically take?

    Simple appellate 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. Jordan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jordan take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?

    Jordan 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 — Jordan 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 Jordan?

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

  • Is Jordan accepting new appellate clients right now?

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

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina

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

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