Erin M. Young is a seasoned litigator with more than 25 years of experience representing businesses and individuals in professional and general liability matters, business and contractual disputes, and other complex litigation. She regularly counsels and defends clients through all stages of litigation, from pre-suit investigation and risk assessment through trial and appeal. Her clients have ranged from private individuals, large corporations, and closely held businesses to public figures and other high-profile defendants facing significant legal, reputational, and financial exposure. Erin has a proven record of success both in and out of the courtroom, having tried dozens of cases to verdict and negotiated the resolution of numerous complex, high-exposure disputes.
- Gunter v. Thrive Senior Living, LLC, 877 S.E.2d 476 (2022) – successfully represented assisted living center on appeal obtaining ruling to enforce terms of arbitration agreement
- Achieved defense verdict on behalf of NC dental practice in a malpractice lawsuit
Admissions
- North Carolina
- Virginia
Memberships
- North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys, President, 2026-2027
Community Involvement
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Board Member, 2022-2024
Education
- J.D., The University of North Carolina School of Law, 1999
- B.A., cum laude, English and Political Science, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 1996
Honors
- Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent rating