Emily G. Massey, Employment Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 9 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation
Raleigh, NC
Practicing employment in Raleigh since 2017.
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Emily G. Massey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Emily has over 9 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 9 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Over 9 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026).
About Emily G. Massey: Emily G. Massey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Emily has over 9 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Emily G. Massey
Emily concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Emily handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Emily takes employment matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Emily takes litigation matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Emily agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Emily G. Massey — Over 9 years of North Carolina employment experience
Emily G. Massey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Emily has over 9 years of legal experience.
Emily's practice focuses on helping employers navigate complex employment law issues. She has become a trusted advisor to businesses and organizations in facilitating compliance in the rapidly-changing employment landscape, providing counsel at all stages of personnel matters and negotiating resolutions to employee disputes.
Grounded by practical business experience, Emily integrates her prior public relations career into helping clients effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders. Her litigation experience bolsters her ability to both represent clients in active disputes and advise clients on effective human resources practices to help prevent litigation.
How Emily handles employment matters
Emily's practice focuses on helping employers navigate complex employment law issues. She has become a trusted advisor to businesses and organizations in facilitating compliance in the rapidly-changing employment landscape, providing counsel at all stages of personnel matters and negotiating resolutions to employee disputes. Grounded by practical business experience, Emily integrates her prior…
The kind of cases Emily takes
Emily reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Emily G. Massey's legal education and bar admissions
North Carolina State University
B.A. · 2010
Campbell University
J.D. · 2017
Jurisdictions
Emily's state bar admissions
North Carolina, Nort
2017 · ACTIVE
Emily studied at B.A. in North Carolina State University and J.D. in Campbell University.
Law school and academic background
Emily completed B.A. in North Carolina State University and J.D. in Campbell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Emily runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Emily G. Massey
Emily has received 9 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Legal Elite,"
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business North Carolina
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , Employment 2022, 2024
2026
Best Lawyers in America — "Rising Star," Employment & Labor,
2026
Best Lawyers in America — North Carolina Super Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2021-2024
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — "Legal Elite," (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Business North Carolina (2026). Best Lawyers in America — , Employment 2022, 2024 (2026).
Locations
Emily G. Massey's office in Raleigh
Emily's primary office is at 751 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300, Raleigh, North Carolina, 33009. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Client reviews of Emily G. Massey
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How to hire Emily G. Massey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Emily usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Emily charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Emily will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Emily
Emily discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Emily confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Emily's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Emily G. Massey
How much does it cost to hire Emily for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Emily walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Emily offer a free consultation?
Emily charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Emily's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Emily's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Emily gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Emily take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Emily is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Emily will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Emily?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Emily will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Emily accepting new employment clients right now?
Emily's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Emily handles employment matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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