AS A NORTH CAROLINA LAW FIRM
Gerber, Green & Principe offers experienced legal representation in state and federal courts statewide.
At Gerber, Green & Principe, PLLC, we offer clients an edge, backed by law partners with over 60 years of combined litigation experience. Our attorneys have handled countless cases and trials in both federal and state courts.
Attorney Karen Gerber is a talented criminal defense attorney who is Board Certified in Federal and State Criminal Law. Attorneys Graham Green and Craig Principe are former federal and state prosecutors, who leverage their years of litigation experience to tackle challenging legal cases in criminal law, education law, civil rights, medical malpractice, and other civil cases.
Our firm’s Of Counsel attorney, Mike Lockridge is a former federal agency counsel who very familiar with the intricacies of Federal Tort Claims and other federal litigation.
Gerber, Green & Principe approaches legal issues with unmatched legal and trial experience, strategic insight, client-focused service, and a team approach.
Karen Draper Gerber
Karen Gerber is a respected criminal defense attorney with extensive experience in state and federal criminal courts. Her practice focuses on complex criminal litigation, including multi-count, multi-defendant criminal conspiracies, murder, sexual misconduct, and white-collar cases, but that does not mean she is too big to handle an infraction or misdemeanor.
She brings her vast experience and attention to detail to every client, no matter what their situation. She understands that each client's case is the most important case to them. She is a fierce advocate, whether it is fighting for the best result on an infraction or arguing complex matters of law in Federal Court. Karen has tried dozens of cases to jury verdict and utilizes that experience to bring her clients the best possible results.
Graham Green
There are few things that Graham likes to do more than advocate for his clients. Graham has nearly three decades of trial experience that he can provide in your case. Most recently, Graham worked for the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of North Carolina. As an Assistant United States Attorney for 19 years, Graham tried numerous cases in the Middle District and has trial experience in both the Eastern and the Western Districts of North Carolina. Graham has also argued several cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Craig Principe
For six years, Craig worked for the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of North Carolina. As an Assistant United States Attorney, he was responsible for conducting criminal investigations and prosecuting cases in federal court.
Craig handled cases involving armed robberies, bank robberies, firearms offenses, firearms trafficking and straw purchasing, drug trafficking, drug conspiracies, money laundering, communicating interstate threats, cyberstalking, and assaults on federal officers. As the district’s National Security / Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council Coordinator for two years, he was responsible for investigating violations of federal crimes involving national security, domestic violent extremism, domestic terrorism, and energy facility and infrastructure attacks.
Practice Areas
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Felony Defense
Misdemeanor Defense
Traffic Offenses
Murder Defense
DWI/DUI Defense
Vehicular Homicide Defense
Manslaughter Defense
Drug Possession Defense
Drug Trafficking Defense
Violent Crime Defense
Robbery Defense
Firearm by a Felon Defense
Felony Assault Defense
Child Abuse Defense
Sexual Assault Defense
Larceny Defense
White Collar Crime Defense
Misdemeanor Assault Defense
Domestic Violence Defense
Stalking Defense
Communicating Threats Defense
Kidnapping Defense
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Federal Drug Trafficking Offenses
Federal Drug Conspiracy Defense
Section 924(c) Defense
Money Laundering Defense
Felon in Possession (922(g)(1)) Defense
Firearms Offenses Defense
Armed Career Criminal Act (ACCA) Defense
Conspiracy Defense
Bank Robbery Defense
Hobbs Act Robbery Defense
Section 922(j) Defense
White Collar Crime and Fraud Defense
Criminal Immigration Violation Defense
Straw Purchaser Defense
Stolen Firearm Defense
Carjacking Defense
Obstruction of Justice Defense
False Statements Defense
National Security Crimes Defense
Interstate Transportation of Stolen Property Defense (ITSP)
Interstate Communication of a Threat (Section 875(c)) Defense
Threats Against the President (Section 871) Defense
Threats Against Other Protected Persons (Section 879) Defense
Assault on a Federal Law Enforcement Officer (Section 111) Defense
Racketeer Influence and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Defense
Violent Crimes in Aid of Racketeering (VICAR) Defense
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Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Charges
College Academic Misconduct
College Student Defense
K-12 Disciplinary Actions (Detention, Suspension, and Expulsion)
K-12 Education Issues
Education Law
K-12 Disability Issues (IEPs and 504 Plans)
Special Education Issues
Disability Rights and Accommodations
K-12 Behavioral Misconduct
High School Academic Misconduct
Expulsions and Suspensions
College Academic Misconduct
College Behavioral Misconduct
Title IX Investigations
Title IX and Student Defense
Title IX Sexual Misconduct
Student Defense
Student Organization Misconduct
Fraternity and Sorority Misconduct
Student-Athlete Issues
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Negligence
Automobile Wrecks
Tractor Trailer Wrecks
Wrongful Death
Assault and Battery
Sexual Assault
False Imprisonment
Malicious Prosecution
Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress
Defamation (Libel and Slander)
Trespass and Conversion of Property
Alienation of Affection
Criminal Conversion
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Misdiagnosis and Delayed Diagnosis
Surgical Errors
Medication Errors
Birth Injuries and OBGYN Malpractice
Anesthesia Errors
Failure to Treat Patient / Injury
Diagnostic Testing Errors
Sepsis and Infection Errors
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Section 1983 Civil Lawsuits
Civil Rights Enforcement
Constitutional Rights Enforcement
Anti-Discrimination
Title VI Discrimination in Federal Funding
Employment Rights and Discrimination
Disability Rights and Accommodations
Suing the Government
Individual Rights & Government Infringement
First Amendment Rights
Fourth Amendment Rights
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Federal Prisoner Abuse and Assaults
Injuries While in Federal Prison Due to Negligence or Intentional Conduct or Failure to Protect
Medical Malpractice at Federally Run Hospitals and Clinics
Automobile Wrecks Involving Postal, Military, or Federal Law Enforcement
Premises Liability on Federal Government Buildings and Property
Negligent Maintenance at Federal Government Buildings and Property
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Healthcare Fraud
Dental Care Fraud
Government Procurement and Contract Fraud
PPP and Covid-Relief Fraud
Financial Industry and SEC Fraud
Grant and Research Fraud
Customs and Tariff Fraud
Environmental and Energy Fraud
Education Funding Fraud
Mortgage Fraud
Tax Fraud / IRS Whistleblower Program
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Back and Lifting Injuries at Work
Slip, Trip, and Fall Accidents at Work
Repetitive Stress Occupational Injuries
Traumatic Injuries from Machinery and Equipment
Motor Vehicle and Forklift Accidents on the Job
Joint Injuries (Knees, Shoulders, Wrists)
Occupational Diseases (Lung Diseases, Exposure to Chemicals, Toxins, and Harmful Dusts)
Catastrophic Injuries on the Job
Loss of Limbs on the Job
Loss of Vision on the Job
Loss of Hearing on the Job
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North Carolina Entity Formation
Simple Corporation and LLC Formation
Lease Agreement Review
Business Contract Review
