RALEIGH, N.C., January 8, 2026 – Vann Attorneys, PLLC is proud to announce that Attorney J.D. Hensarling has been recognized as a member of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite 2026, where he was selected by his peers as an elite attorney in the practice of litigation.

Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite designation is a peer-driven recognition that acknowledges attorneys whom fellow members of the North Carolina Bar consider among the best in their practice areas. Fewer than 4% of the state’s licensed attorneys receive this distinction, making it a meaningful testament to professional respect, legal skill, and ethical practice.

J.D. represents clients in complex business disputes, including contract, member and shareholder, employee departure, trade secret, and construction disputes, matters involving unfair and deceptive trade practices, and cases involving commercial landlords and tenants, personal injury, negligence, and fraud. Also, J.D. advises clients on e-discovery issues. J.D. has represented clients across a wide range of industries, including real estate development, construction, employee staffing, metal fabrication, entertainment, energy, insurance, healthcare, education, telecommunications, and medical services.

In addition to his litigation practice, J.D. has been certified as a Superior Court Mediator by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission since 2014 and regularly assists parties in resolving disputes. He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and the 10th Judicial District Bar and has taught Pretrial Litigation at Campbell Law School since 2010.

“We are thrilled that J.D. has been selected for this prestigious recognition,” said the firm. “This honor reflects his deep commitment to legal excellence, client service, and the high regard in which he is held by his peers across the North Carolina legal community.”

Inclusion on the Legal Elite list further reinforces Vann Attorneys’ ongoing dedication to providing premier legal services grounded in integrity, thoughtful advocacy, and effective representation for clients throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.