
Randall M. Roden, Business Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and IP · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatTharrington Smith, LLP
Raleigh, NC
Practicing business in Raleigh since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Randall M. Roden is a member based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Randall has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tharrington Smith, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NC
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · IP
- Handles Business, Employment, and IP matters from Raleigh, NC.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Randall M. Roden: Randall M. Roden is a member based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Randall has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tharrington Smith, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Randall takes on
Randall concentrates on business, employment, ip, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Randall handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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IP
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Randall 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 Randall agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Randall takes employment 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 Randall agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Randall takes ip 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 Randall agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Randall 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 Randall agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Randall takes personal injury 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 Randall agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Randall M. Roden — business lawyer in Raleigh
Randall M. Roden is a member based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and IP. Randall has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Tharrington Smith, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Randall M. Roden is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, litigation, business and 4 other areas of law. Randall received a degree from Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass. in 1964, and has been licensed for 50 years. Randall practices at Tharrington Smith, LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Working with Randall on a business matter
Mr. Randall M. Roden is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, litigation, business and 4 other areas of law. Randall received a degree from Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass. in 1964, and has been licensed for 50 years. Randall practices at Tharrington Smith, LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Clients Randall works with
Randall reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and ip matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of North Carolina
J.D. · 1976
Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass.
University · 1964
Jurisdictions
Randall's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1977 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
1976 · ACTIVE
Randall studied at J.D. in University of North Carolina and University in Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass..
Law school and academic background
Randall completed J.D. in University of North Carolina and University in Phillips Academy, Andover, Mass.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Randall runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Randall has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Randall's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Litigation Section, member, North Carolina Bar Association, Litigation Section Member, Business Section, Intellectual Property Section, Construction Law Section, Wake County Bar Association, North Carolina Advocates for Justice
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Locations
Randall M. Roden's office in Raleigh
Randall's primary office is at 150 Fayetteville Street, Suite 1900, Raleigh, NC, 27601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Tharrington Smith, LLP
150 Fayetteville Street, Suite 1900
Raleigh, NC 27601
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Client reviews of Randall M. Roden — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Randall M. Roden — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Randall usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Randall charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randall'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; Randall will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Randall
Randall discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Randall confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Randall's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Randall M. Roden
How much does it cost to hire Randall for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Randall walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Randall offer a free consultation?
Randall charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randall's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Randall's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple business 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. Randall gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Randall take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Randall 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 — Randall 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 Randall?
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. Randall will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Randall accepting new business clients right now?
Randall'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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