Philip Hinson

Philip Hinson is a Charlotte attorney and a partner at Lewis Brisbois whose practice centers on labor and employment law, business disputes, and regulatory matters. He advises employers on workplace policies, employment decisions, ADA compliance, wage and hour requirements, and OSHA concerns. He also handles complex business and commercial litigation and matters involving real estate and land use, and in the health care law sector. His clients operate across industries including financial services, healthcare, hospitality, technology, government, and environmental sectors throughout North Carolina.

Hinson earned his J.D. from Campbell University School of Law. He earned his B.A. from Wake Forest University. After law school, he clerked for Judge Graham C. Mullen of the US District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. His education and federal court experience provided a foundation for his work involving employment disputes, commercial litigation, regulatory requirements, and other matters requiring detailed legal analysis and strategic advocacy.

Hinson represents employers in disputes involving discrimination, retaliation, disability accommodation, wage and hour requirements, and other workplace concerns. He also provides employment advice and counseling intended to help organizations address compliance obligations and reduce litigation risks. His broader practice includes real estate and land use matters and complex commercial disputes. He works with clients to evaluate legal exposure, develop practical strategies, and respond effectively when contested matters require litigation.

Philip Hinson brings litigation and counseling experience to employers, businesses, government entities, and other organizations confronting workplace and commercial challenges. His practice includes matters arising under federal and state employment laws as well as disputes involving business operations and property interests. He also writes about developments affecting North Carolina employers. His work combines preventive counseling, regulatory guidance, and litigation strategy to help clients manage risk and address significant legal concerns

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, Mecklenburg County Bar

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• Campbell University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Wake Forest University
  BA in Political Science

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