Steven B. "Steve" Long, Employment Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
focused on Employment and Tax
Raleigh, NC
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Steven B. "Steve" Long is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax.
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- Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- attorney
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- Employment · Tax
- Handles Employment and Tax matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Raleigh) (2019).
About Steven B. "Steve" Long: Steven B. "Steve" Long is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Steven takes on
Steven concentrates on employment and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Steven handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Steven 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Steven takes tax 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 Steven agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Steven B. "Steve" Long — employment lawyer in Raleigh
Steven B. "Steve" Long is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Tax.
Steve Long leads the firm's Tax and Employee Benefits practice. He has extensive experience working with employers in banking, retail, and technology to establish and maintain retirement plans, executive compensation agreements, stock incentive plans and other employee benefits. Steve also advises charities and other tax-exempt organizations regarding their IRC 403(b) and IRC 457 retirement plans, as well as issues related to compliance with Internal Revenue Service and state regulations concerning executive compensation, fundraising and lobbying activities. Additionally, he counsels business owners and individuals in retirement and estate planning.
Steven's approach to employment cases
Steve Long leads the firm's Tax and Employee Benefits practice. He has extensive experience working with employers in banking, retail, and technology to establish and maintain retirement plans, executive compensation agreements, stock incentive plans and other employee benefits. Steve also advises charities and other tax-exempt organizations regarding their IRC 403(b) and IRC 457 retirement…
Clients Steven works with
Steven reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and tax matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1991
Georgetown University
LL.M · 1997
Georgetown University
J.D. · 1991
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.S. · 1982
Steven studied at J.D. in Georgetown University, LL.M in Georgetown University, and J.D. in Georgetown University.
Law school and academic background
Steven completed J.D. in Georgetown University, LL.M in Georgetown University, J.D. in Georgetown University, and B.S. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Steven runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Steven has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Raleigh)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Raleigh)
2017
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Legal Elite,"
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business North Carolina
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Tax/Estate Planning, 2006-2007, 2009-2011, 2018, 2022-2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America, Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, 2010-2019; Tax Law 2013-2019
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Legal Elite," Business North Carolina, 2006-2007, 2009-2011, and 2018
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Super Lawyer," North Carolina Super Lawyers, 2010-2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "2019 Lawyer of the Year," Best Lawyers
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Raleigh) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Raleigh) (2017). Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026).
Locations
Steven B. "Steve" Long's office in Raleigh
Steven'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.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Steven B. "Steve" Long — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Steven usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Steven charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven'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; Steven will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Steven
Steven discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Steven confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Steven's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Steven B. "Steve" Long
How much does it cost to hire Steven for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Steven walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Steven offer a free consultation?
Steven charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Steven's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Steven's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple employment 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. Steven gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Steven take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Steven 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 — Steven 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 Steven?
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. Steven will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Steven accepting new employment clients right now?
Steven's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
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