Brian D. Elston

Brian's background includes insurance defense and general advisement to businesses and school boards across Western North Carolina. Prior to becoming an attorney, he was a claims adjuster for Liberty Mutual and a deputy clerk of court in Mecklenburg County.

Brian advocates for individuals in the areas of workers' compensation, personal injury, and criminal defense. His practice also includes employment law, general civil and business litigation, as well as the individual-side of education law, such as special education and civil forfeitures.

Brian also represents businesses in personnel and contract disputes. Over his career,he has represented a variety of businesses, ranging from a local business in warranty issues to litigating an international company's breach of contract action in federal court.

His experience in claims and employer defense provides him with a specialized knowledge and drive that benefits his plaintiff-oriented clientele.