Emily McGowan
Charlotte, NC
Trusted criminal defense attorney serving Charlotte.
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Emily McGowan is an attorney based in Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Health Care, and Litigation.
- Based in
- Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Health Care · Litigation
- Handles Criminal Defense, Health Care, and Litigation matters from Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026).
About Emily McGowan: Emily McGowan is an attorney based in Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Health Care, and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice focus
Emily McGowan represents clients in Charlotte, North Carolina across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Emily McGowan
Clients can rely on Emily to use her experience in federal district and appellate court to advocate for their interests in criminal and civil proceedings. Emily is well regarded for her work as amici curiae for high-profile individuals and as counsel for corporations and individuals in government investigations and litigation.
Emily McGowan is well regarded for her work as counsel for organizations and individuals in a variety of complex enforcement and litigation matters. She defends individual and corporate clients in False Claims Act investigations, antitrust matters, and related business and health care litigation. Emily has assisted managed care organizations, pharmacy benefit managers, and generic drug manufacturers in high-stakes government enforcement actions.
Credentials
Education
Stanford University
J.D. · 2012
Recognition
Awards & honors
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Health Care
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2022 for work in:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar - 2022
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation - 2021
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
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What areas of law does Emily McGowan practice?
Emily McGowan focuses on Criminal Defense, Health Care, Litigation, and White Collar.
Where is Emily McGowan located?
Emily McGowan primarily serves clients in Charlotte, North Carolina, with an office at 1120 South Tryon Street, Suite 300.
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How can I schedule a consultation with Emily McGowan?
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