Emily J. Beeson is passionate about achieving justice for injured people. Her work has centered on pursuing claims against major medical device manufacturers on behalf of individuals injured by dangerous products. Both in the multidistrict litigation (MDL) and individual settings, Emily has a successful track record of defeating defense motions and effectively resolving her clients’ claims. As the lead attorney for workers’ compensation at Ward Black Law, Emily also advocates for individuals who have been injured in the workplace.
In order to truly understand the impact that an injury has on a client’s life, Emily feels it is important to forge a meaningful connection with them. She believes that this understanding is key to zealous advocacy for her clients.
Emily is a native of High Point and graduated from Guilford College before going on to earn her Juris Doctor from Elon University School of Law. At Elon Law she was awarded a Presidential Scholarship reserved for students demonstrating extraordinary academic achievement, exceptional character, commitment to service, and leadership.
Emily is licensed by the State Bar of North Carolina, and is admitted to practice before all North Carolina Federal Courts.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND MEMBERSHIPS
North Carolina Bar Association
Greensboro Bar Association
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Immediate Past Chair of the Products Liability Section
American Association for Justice
Women En Mass (WEM)
AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS
National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
Practice areas
Defective Medical Devices, Dangerous Drugs & Products, Workers’ Compensation