Sarah E. Carson
Smith Currie & Hancock LLP | Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP • Raleigh, NC
Construction & DevelopmentEnergyFalse Claims ActPersonal Injury
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Email
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(866) 580-4017
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Raleigh, NC, US
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About
**Sarah E. Carson – Attorney at Law** **Smith Currie & Hancock LLP** **Raleigh, NC** Sarah E. Carson is a distinguished attorney at Smith Currie & Hancock LLP, specializing in Energy, False Claims Act, and Personal Injury law. With years of experience, Sarah is dedicated to advocating for her clients, ensuring that their interests are always at the forefront of her practice. She understands the complexities of legal challenges and works diligently to alleviate any obstacles that may detract from her clients’ business growth. Recognized with the prestigious Martindale-Hubbell Client Distinction Award, an honor awarded to less than 1% of attorneys nationwide, Sarah exemplifies excellence in client service, responsiveness, and overall value. Her deep knowledge of construction, environmental, and government contract law enables her to swiftly identify and resolve potential hurdles before they escalate into costly disputes. As an adjunct professor, Sarah shares her expertise with future leaders in the construction industry, equipping them with the legal knowledge necessary to navigate today’s competitive landscape. She is also a prolific writer, regularly publishing articles and client alerts that cover emerging legal issues, statutory changes, and innovative practices such as public-private partnerships and environmental incentives. This commitment to staying ahead of industry trends allows her clients to seize opportunities before their competitors. Among her notable successes, Sarah successfully defended a structural engineer against a staggering $27 million claim involving a public high school, demonstrating her capability in high-stakes litigation. With a focus on drafting favorable contracts and resolving conflicts through settlement, litigation, or mediation, Sarah E. Carson is a trusted partner for businesses seeking legal guidance in Raleigh, NC, and beyond.
Credentials
Education
1999 Catholic University of America 1996 Emory University
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell 2006 Rising Star / Super Lawyers, Atlanta Magazine
Publications
N/A ABA Journal Venue for Confirmation of Arbitration Awards Under the FAA N/A Carolinas AGC White Paper The Benefits of Pre-Qualification N/A Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, American Society of Civil Engineers Toxic Mold: Latest Construction Defect N/A Retail Construction Magazine, Journal of Architecture, Design, Construction & Facilities Management Bad Air HVAC Systems Can Mean Liability for Retailers, Builders N/A Common Sense Construction Policing False WOSB Representations to Ensure Benefit to Those Intended
Associations
National Association of Women in Construction Carolinas AGC North Carolina Bar Association Wake County Bar Association, Tenth Judicial District and Wake County Bar Committee North Carolina Construction Professionals Network
Speaking
2001 CLE International Alternative Dispute Resolutions: Strategies for Peace N/A Piedmont Bar Association Recent Changes to North Carolina Law Affecting the Construction Industry N/A North Carolina Department of Transportation Seminar The Little Miller Act N/A Lorman Seminars Handling Mold Disputes: A Guide to Recent Developments and Effective Litigation Strategies N/A Joint Seminar of the NC Institute of Economic Development Understanding North Carolina's New Lien Laws
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Updated: May 25, 2026