Robert A. Farris Jr.

Robert A. Farris Jr. is a seasoned trial attorney at Farris & Thomas Law, representing individuals throughout North Carolina in personal injury, criminal defense, workers’ compensation, unemployment law, and estate planning matters. He is known for his steady courtroom presence, practical legal judgment, and unwavering commitment to protecting his clients’ rights in difficult, high-stakes situations.

Robert earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law and his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His academic training laid the foundation for a litigation-focused practice built on strong legal analysis, persuasive advocacy, and a disciplined approach to case strategy and trial preparation.

A sustaining member of the American Association for Justice, Robert holds invitation-only membership recognizing superior qualifications in trial advocacy, leadership, and professional reputation. Approximately 80 percent of his practice is devoted to litigation. He is admitted to practice in North Carolina and in multiple U.S. District Courts, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, the U.S. Supreme Court, and the U.S. Tax Court.

In addition to his legal work, Robert has played an active leadership role within the legal profession, serving as former president of the Wilson County Bar Association and the Seventh Judicial District Bar. He maintains memberships in numerous professional organizations, including the American Bar Association and North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

Robert A. Farris Jr. is also deeply committed to public service and community leadership. He has served on state commissions, educational boards, and nonprofit organizations throughout North Carolina, reflecting a career defined by service, integrity, and dedication both inside and outside the courtroom.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Farris & Thomas Law
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, North Carolina Advocates for Justice
• Member, American Bar Association
• Sustaining Member, American Association for Justice
• Former President, Wilson County Bar Association
• Former President, Seventh Judicial District Bar

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• University of North Carolina School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of North Carolina
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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