Firm News

Doug Maynard, Jr., a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience as a former State Farm insurance adjuster, delivered a comprehensive session titled "Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage UM/UIM Primer and Perspectives" at the North Carolina Bar Association's 2024 Insurance Law Section Program in Cary. Maynard's presentation explored the nuances of UM/UIM coverage under the Motor Vehicle Safety and Financial Responsibility Act, offering valuable insights for both novice and seasoned practitioners.

C. Douglas Maynard, Jr. continues to earn Super Lawyers recognition for the 7th consecutive year in 2024. Explore his unparalleled commitment to excellence in personal injury, workers' compensation, and insurance claims. Learn why Super Lawyers matters and how Doug's 30 years of experience make him a force in injury and insurance law. Congratulations, Doug, on this well-deserved achievement!

In the world of law, recognition by one's peers is a true testament to excellence and dedication. Doug Maynard was recently included in the 30th edition of The Best Lawyers in America® for exceptional work in Insurance Law, Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. The Best Lawyers accolades recognize the top 5% of legal talent in private practice throughout the United States.

In the world of legal battles and advocacy, heroes often emerge from unexpected places. Such is the case with the recent recipients of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice’s (NCAJ) prestigious Kellie Crabtree Award, presented by Doug Maynard and Jay Trehy. This year, the award shines a spotlight on the Greene family - Richard and Andrea, along with their son, Josiah - and their attorney Paige Pahlke.

The Law Offices of C. Douglas Maynard, Jr., PLLC, is proud to serve as one of the primary sponsors again this year to Hope du Jour benefiting Crisis Control Ministry. The event was held on May 2, 2023. This year marked the 10th year in a row we served as a primary sponsor.

We are thrilled to announce that Super Lawyers is rating Doug Maynard for a sixth year in a row (2018 - 2023). This recognition is a testament to Doug’s exceptional mastery, dedication, and commitment to his clients as the Super Lawyers list recognizes no more than 5% of attorneys in each state.

This summer, Doug Maynard presented the 2021–2022 insurance law updates during a continuing legal education session at the NCAJ summer convention in Charlotte, NC.

After 20 years as a partner with Maynard & Harris Attorneys at Law, PLLC, Celeste Harris has left the firm to pursue an opportunity as a Deputy Commissioner with the North Carolina Industrial Commission. 

I am proud to be a new Fellow of the American Bar Foundation. Membership in the Fellows is limited to less than one percent of lawyers licensed to practice in each jurisdiction.