Poyner Spruill LLP: Company Market Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Poyner Spruill LLP

• Mission: A leading law firm with local roots in North Carolina and global reach, dedicated to knowing their clients and their objectives to serve their business and personal legal needs effectively.

• Foundation:

• Spruill & Spruill: Established by Frank S. Spruill in 1883 in Henderson, North Carolina. Moved to Rocky Mount in 1907.

• Poyner, Geraghty, Hartsfield & Townsend: Founded in 1946 in Raleigh by James M. Poyner, Marshall B. Hartsfield, and John J. Geraghty.

• Merged Firm: Poyner & Spruill was formed on January 1, 1986, through the merger of these two long-standing firms. The company was renamed Poyner Spruill LLP in 2008.

• Key People:

• Dan Cahill, Managing Partner

• Chad Essick, Partner

• Brad Herring, Partner

• Kelsey Mayo, Partner

• David Woodard, Partner

• Key management includes Hillary Davis Eastwood (Director of Client Service and Development), Sheryl Gustafson (Director of Technology), Nina Long (Director of Human Resources), Jolanta Marynski (Controller), and Marieé Walton (Chief Operating Officer).

• Headquarters: Raleigh, North Carolina

• Number of Employees: No information is available.

• Revenue: No information is available.

• Known For: Providing a full suite of legal practices and guidance for businesses, industries, government entities, and individuals. Distinguished for responsiveness, attention to detail, and a client-centric approach.

Products and Services

• Products Offered: Legal services across multiple practice areas including:

• Litigation

• Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation

• Employment

• Financial Services

• Business Transactions

• Land Use & Environmental Law

• Data Privacy & Information Security

• Family Law and Trusts & Estates

• Intellectual Property

• Mergers & Acquisitions

• High-Level Description: Poyner Spruill offers comprehensive legal solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients from various sectors, including businesses (large and small), emerging industries, local government, and individual clients.

• Key Features of Products:

• Expert legal guidance with a focus on personalized client service.

• Industry-specific expertise for specialized sectors.

• Trusted advisory relationships emphasizing engagement and understanding client-specific needs.

• Adoption of technology and project management for efficient legal solutions.

Recent Developments

• Latest Recognitions:

• Recently ranked in the 2025 Edition of Best Law Firms® with 47 rankings, including new Tier 1 positions in multiple legal practice areas.

• Notable Achievements:

• Partner Kelsey Mayo was honored with ASPPA’s Thomas J. Finnegan III Educator of the Year Award for contributions in retirement plan education and regulatory policy.

• The firm served as legal counsel in a high-profile auction of a rare U.S. Constitution copy, raising significant public interest in historical documentation and preservation.

• New Partnerships or Appointments:

• Poyner Spruill welcomed new partners and a Director of Technology recently, indicating growth and expansion strategies.

• David Long to receive NC State Bar’s John B. McMillan Distinguished Service Award, reflecting the firm's commitment to excellence and community involvement.

Locations

• Charlotte

• 301 S. College St., Suite 2900, Charlotte, NC 28202. Tel: 704.342.5250

• Raleigh

• 301 Fayetteville St., Suite 1900, Raleigh, NC 27601. Tel: 919.783.6400

• Rocky Mount

• 1151 Falls Road, Suite 1000, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Tel: 252.446.2341

• Southern Pines

• 135 W. New Hampshire Ave., Southern Pines, NC 28387. Tel: 910.692.6866

Poyner Spruill LLP is strategically positioned with multiple offices across North Carolina, offering accessibility and comprehensive legal services to a diverse client base throughout the region.

[Please note: Specific financial data, number of employees, additional recent developments, and detailed revenue information are not available from the provided data.]