Law Offices of Carolyn J. Thompson, P.C.
Experience Matters
Seasoned Litigator & Former Judge
Attorney Carolyn J. Thompson is a seasoned litigator and former judge who served in District and Superior Courts. Her experience on both sides of the bench for more than 20 years gives her invaluable insight into how cases should be handled effectively and timely. Attorney Thompson is also certified by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission as a mediator for Superior Court and Family Dispute Settlement conferences.
The Background of an Insightful Jurist
A dedicated public servant with a demonstrable record of community recognition. While continuing to serve an unopposed third term as District Court Judge, she received a gubernatorial appointment to Superior Court in April 2018. A professional, reliable and respected member of the judicial and legal community. A self-published author of Abigail’s Veil, a domestic violence manual for the faith community, with over 1,000 books sold in less than a year. Licensed and ordained minister serving as an associate minister in a local congregation.
Organizations & Associations
- North Carolina State Bar, Admitted 1996
- U.S. District Court Bar, Eastern District of North Carolina, Admitted 2014
- U.S. Supreme Court Bar, Admitted 2017
- North Carolina Association of District Court Judges, 2009 - 2018
- North Carolina Association of Superior Court Judges, 2018 - 2018
- 9th Judicial District Council, Appointed 2016 - 2018
- North Carolina Bar Association, 1996 - Current
- The National Bar Association, Member - Current
- North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys, Member - Current
- 9th Judicial District Bar Association, 1996 - Current
- Families Living Violence Free, Advisory Board Member - Current
- Franklin County Domestic Violence Task Force, 2015 - Current
- Warren County Domestic Violence Community Stakeholder, 2016 - Current
- Granville County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, 2009 - May 2018
- Granville County Teen Court Program, Volunteer Judge, 2009 - Current
- Granville County Judicial Attendance Council, 2009 - May 2018
- Granville County Human Relations Commission, Appointed 2005 - 2013
- Granville County NAACP, Member
- Granville Ministerial Alliance, Member, 2011 Current
- Franklin Area Clergy Ecumenical Society (FACES), Member 2017 - Current
- Oxford Chapter of Les Gemmes, Incorporated, President 2016 - 2018; National Parliamentarian 2016 - 2018
- Unrappin The Gifts Mentoring Program for Girls, Mentor, 2015 - Current
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Nu Chi Omega Chapter, Member
Educational Background
Bachelor of Arts: Sociology-Criminal Justice Emphasis (1990)
Hampton University (Hampton, Virginia)
Juris Doctor (1993)
North Carolina Central University School of Law (Durham, North Carolina)
Shaw University School of Divinity (2006 – 2008)
Matriculated courses as a Master of Divinity degree candidate
Career Acomplishments & Awards
- Gubernatorial Appointment to Superior Court as the First Female SCJ in the District, 2018
- Author, Abigail’s Veil: A Domestic Violence Handbook for Clergy and Church Leaders, Published 2016
- Minister, Licensed 2007; Ordained 2014
- Women of Justice Award for Public Service, NC Lawyers Weekly, 2014
- North Carolina State Employee Five Years of Service Recognition, 2013
- Power of One Award, Women of Economic Empowerment, Henderson, NC, 2015
- Making A Difference (M.A.D) Award, Woman of Distinction, 2015
- Leadership Award, Les Gemmes, Inc., Region III, 2015
- Granville County Human Relations Commission Notable Service Award, 2013
- Special Achievement Award, NAACP Vance County Branch, 2009
- Certificate of Public Recognition for Distinguished Services, By Mayor O’Geary, 2009
- Silver Pen, Academic Achievement, Shaw University School of Divinity 2008
- Duke University Pastoral Care Curriculum, Certificate of Completion, 2007
- Certificate of Completion, Domestic Violence and Children Training Program, 2014
- Featured in Our Story: The African American Presence in Granville County, North Carolina by Bessye L. McGhee (2014), p.215
Certificates of Appreciation/Recognition for Community Service
- Certificate of Appreciation, Keynote Speaker for 2018 International Women’s Day March,
Person County, NC
- Certificate of Appreciation for Mentoring, 2017 Freshman Enrichment Day, Granville Central High School, Oxford, NC
- Certificate of Excellence in Honor of Outstanding Leadership, Mt. Zion United Holy Church, 2016
- Certificates of Appreciation for Dedication and Outstanding Service, Granville County Teen Court Program, 2010 – 2014
- Certificate of Appreciation, Speaker, N.C. Cooperative Extension, Gear Up Summer Program, 2009
- Certificate of Appreciation & Esteem for Service, Guest Speaker, Kittrell Job Corp. Commencement Ceremony, Class of 2010
- Christian Service Award, Abigail’s Veil Domestic Violence Training, New Jonathan Creek Missionary Baptist Church, 2013
- Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of Outstanding Service in Child Support Enforcement, Vance County Department of Social Service, 2007
- Speaker, Federal Correctional Complex, Commencement Ceremony, 2009
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Law Offices of Carolyn J. Thompson, P.C.