Bob Meynardie
Experience
As a litigator and mediator, Bob’s experience includes:
- Construction Litigation
- Delays and Acceleration
- Construction and Design Defects
- Contract Scope Issues
- Commercial / Business Litigation
- Business Ownership Disputes
- Minority Ownership Rights
- Business Contract Disputes
- Trade Secret Protection
- Non-Competition Agreements
- Employment Litigation
- Non-Competes and Non-Solicitation Agreements
- Discrimination
- Estate and Fiduciary Litigation
- Will Caveats
Bob has served as a certified mediator since 2000 and has been a panelist for the American Arbitration Association since 2010.
Recognition, Affiliation, Presentations
- Martindale Hubbell AV Superior Rated
- Thomson Reuters Super Lawyer (2009-2023)
- Business NC Legal Elite Hall of Fame (2015)
- U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers
- NCBA, Construction Section Past Chair
- NCBA, Litigation Section
- NCBA, Dispute Resolution Section
- ABA Forum on Construction
- NCBA: 2023 “Mediation 2.0: The Promise of Mediation”
- ABA: 2022 “Effective Techniques for Settlement in ADR”
- NCBA: 2021 “Re-Thinking Mediation”
- NCADA: 2020 “Becoming a Better Negotiator”
- NC/SC Bar: 2019 “Alternative Mediation Models and Alternatives to Mediation”
- NCADA: 2018 Continuing Mediator Education: “Mediator Selection and Competence”
Education
- Emory University School of Law, Atlanta, Georgia
- J.D.
- Honors: With High Honors
- Honors: Order of the Coif
- Honors: Emory Law Journal, Law Review
- University of San Francisco
- M.B.A.
- Honors: National Honor Society
- Major: Finance
- Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- B.S.
- Major: Economics
- Concentrations: Accounting and Finance
My Commitment
As a mediator, my approach is rooted in open communication, active listening, and impartial facilitation. I create a safe and respectful environment where all parties have an equal opportunity to express their concerns, needs, and interests. I understand that civil disputes can be emotionally charged and complex, which is why I strive to foster an atmosphere of trust and empathy throughout the mediation process.
What sets me apart is my comprehensive understanding of civil litigation. With a strong legal background and deep knowledge of the legal system, I can navigate the intricacies of your case and help you explore creative and tailored solutions that are aligned with your interests. I work closely with all parties involved to identify common ground, uncover underlying interests, and find mutually beneficial outcomes.
Confidentiality and neutrality are the cornerstones of my practice. I am committed to maintaining the utmost confidentiality throughout the mediation process, allowing parties to freely discuss their concerns and explore potential resolutions without fear of information being used against them. As a neutral mediator, I do not take sides or make decisions for the parties. Instead, I guide them in finding their own solutions, empowering them to craft agreements that meet their unique needs.