Stuart M. Paynter

Stuart Paynter is a nationally recognized trial attorney and the founder of Paynter Law. Based in North Carolina, he specializes in catastrophic personal injury, product liability, and complex litigation. With a career that began at Sullivan & Cromwell, one of the most prestigious law firms in the country, Mr. Paynter has since built a powerhouse firm known for taking on major corporations and securing justice for injury victims.

His unwavering dedication to clients and courtroom excellence has led to over $500 million in verdicts and settlements, including one of the largest verdicts of 2018 in a medical malpractice case.

• Truck Accidents
• Catastrophic Personal Injury
• Product Liability
• Medical Malpractice
• Complex Civil Litigation
• Civil Rights

Stuart Paynter began his legal career at Sullivan & Cromwell before launching Paynter Law in 2005. His firm is known for taking high-stakes cases to trial and achieving major victories against Fortune 500 companies, including a $60 million settlement against the NCAA. Mr. Paynter has also led impactful civil rights litigation in North Carolina involving racial justice and public monuments.

• Over $500 million in verdicts and settlements
• One of the largest medical malpractice verdicts in 2018
• Leader in high-impact and civil rights litigation
• Founder, Paynter Law

Stuart Paynter is driven by a deep commitment to ensuring that every client has their day in court. Whether it’s a trucking accident or a constitutional issue, Mr. Paynter fights tirelessly for justice, no matter how powerful the opponent.