ABOUT US
EXPERTISE BORN
FROM EXPERIENCE
We understand that when someone hires an attorney they are facing dire circumstances. In these situations, people need someone who can empathize with them. For that reason we ensure that our clients not only receive high-quality legal services, but also the reassurance that they deserve.
What our legal practice offers
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Many years of experience in various fields of law
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Expert advice and representation
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Prompt attention to clients needs
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Honest assessments of cases, whether good or bad
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Work performed with the highest level of care and attention to detail
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Katie A. Lawson, J.D, LL.M
Attorney
Katie is a native of South Carolina. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Before attending law school, Katie entered the workforce as an assistant branch manager of a large corporate bank. Realizing that this was not her calling, Katie decided to further her education by going to law school. She attended North Carolina Central University school of Law where she rediscovered her first true love, taxation. After successfully completing law school, Katie decided to further her tax knowledge base by pursuing a Master’s of Law in Taxation. She received her LL.M. from the University Of Washington School Of Law and began her legal career in 2008 with a regional law firm, where she practiced tax and corporate law. During her tenure, Katie focused primarily in tax controversy where she effectively defended clients against both the IRS and North Carolina Department of Revenue.
Katie continues to zealously represent businesses and individuals in tax and corporate matters. Her passion is helping to create and grow small businesses to their full potential. She regularly conducts seminars, in collaboration with the IRS and a local Technical College, to educate small businesses and individuals about tax and corporate matters. Katie is also an active member in numerous legal and professional organizations.
Katie has been providing skilled legal representation for many years. She places a great emphasis on quality and respectability. Katie is a lawyer with integrity, compassion, and empathy. The focus of her practice is to provide tailor-made, targeted solutions for your tax and corporate needs.
Erika Westbrook
Associate Attorney
Erika is a native of Clairton, Pennsylvania who moved to Durham, North Carolina to attend law school at North Carolina Central University School of Law. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Business Administration from Slippery Rock University. Before attending law school, Erika worked in various customer service roles, including with the IRS. While attending law school, she held many leadership roles and was a Moot Court participant. Erika’s interest in tax law and business law led her to begin working with our firm in September 2021.
Janae Godsey
Legal Assistant
Janae is a native of Chapel Hill, NC. She was a Certified Phlebotomist who has made a career change into the legal profession. She has six years of customer service experience which she has brought with her to our team. She joined our team in November 2021 as the firms legal assistant and supports our office and staff with various duties, such as tax investigations, and internal technical support.