What Our Clients Are Saying

“Harold has provided business and consulting services for my business and civic events for more than 20 years. He is a trusted and knowledgeable legal professional.“

"When Harold Cogdell, Jr. recognizes the innocence of an individual he represents, his attention to the evidence is only superseded by his passion for justice. I am a witness."

When my family needed legal counsel we turned Harold and he was there for us. He is an effective trial attorney that got results.

A very satisfied client!. If you have a legal matter and need an attorney you can trust, one that will listen with compassion, one that will work hard to reach a satisfactory outcome, Attorney Cogdell is your man. He handled a case for my son in 2020 and we were extremely pleased with the results. He spent time with us, answered our questions and provided a clear plan of action. He made sure we knew what to expect every step of the way. Mr. Cogdell was referred to us and we are forever grateful for that. I would definitely recommend him to everyone.

Since meeting Attorney Cogdell, he has been one of the most reliable, dependable and loyal professionals in this field. Since we first met over 10 years ago, I have committed all of my companies and professional services to his care and expertise. Because of the ethics and principles he has consistently displayed in all of our dealings, I personally consult with him regarding any matter in which an attorney is needed.

Harold is an experienced trial and business attorney. When I need legal counsel he is my first call. He gets results.

The Law Offices of Harold Cogdell is a legal team that is very talented, extremely well versed in state and federal law and represented me and my interests very well. I consider Harold to be a key part of my personal team and look to him for insight and guidance on many matters both personally and professionally. I appreciate the work that you do.

As a new business owner, I've relied on Harold Cogdell to help me navigate the many challenges that can occur and to avoid critical errors. His practical approach combined with his strong network in Charlotte and beyond have proven to be invaluable.

Harold has been representing our agency on various business matters for almost 10 years. His professionalism and expertise while delivering quality, top- notch legal services has added tremendous value to our organizations success and growth over the year.

Mr. Cogdell came in to assist me at one of the most difficult moments of my life. He took the time to really listen to my concerns and needs patiently and empathically. Mr. Cogdell's quick, professional, and direct actions saved my family and my business!

The Drakeford Company has developed dozens of urban residential communities in Charlotte. Inherently in the development business conflicts from time to time will arise. TDC was compelled to bring a claim against a wrongful party. TDC engaged Attorney Cogdell for trial of the case and in short order a favorable settlement was negotiated against a wrongful party.

Attorney Harold Cogdell, Jr.

Harold Cogdell, Jr. has successfully represented clients on federal and state matters throughout the State of North Carolina (from Buncombe to New Hanover County) as well as South Carolina, Georgia, and Kansas. Attorney Cogdell has successfully represented clients in more than 25 North Carolina counties throughout the state as well as in United States Districts Courts for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina, District of South Carolina, Northern District of Georgia, and District of Kansas. Harold has been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer for North Carolina and by Super Lawyers, a distinction held by no more than 5% of licensed attorneys in the State. In addition to almost 25 years of practicing law, Harold has served as the Chairman of the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners, Chairman for the Charlotte Housing Authority Board of Commissioners and as a Charlotte City Councilmember.

Contact Us to Schedule a Consultation

Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in a contact form, text message, or voicemail. The contact form sends information by non-encrypted email, which is not secure. Submitting a contact form, sending a text message, making a phone call, or leaving a voicemail does not create an attorney-client relationship.”

Federal Criminal Defense

Attorney Cogdell has been able to assist governmental officials to quickly sift through unfounded allegations; aid law enforcement officials in developing a more complete understanding of the facts and bring closure to investigations before formal charges are brought that may cause irreparable harm to a client’s reputation. Attorney Cogdell will never take your reputation, freedom or future lightly

State Criminal Defense

With almost 25 years of experience handling criminal law matters, Harold is a seasoned defense attorney that consistently seeks to favorably influence the outcome of the legal challenge you or your organization faces. Harold prides himself on being knowledgeable, accessible, and responsive to the clients he serves. Mr. Cogdell has consistently been recognized by the National Trial Lawyers organization as one of the Top 100 trial attorneys in North Carolina and Super Lawyers, a distinction held by no more than 5% of licensed attorneys in the State.

Business | Corporate

An in depth understanding of contract and employment law, how to protect your client’s intellectual property rights and how to favorably influence regulatory processes can make the difference in the long term business success of any organization. Clearly establishing in written agreements the expectations of owners, executive leadership, vendors and customers produces strong and stable business relationships.