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Jennifer M. Houti

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For over fifteen years, Jennifer Houti has practiced civil litigation of all types in North Carolina and South Carolina, concentrating on business disputes and complex personal injury cases.

Repeatedly recognized by Best Lawyers for her commercial litigation skills and as by North Carolina Super Lawyers as a Rising Star in personal injury litigation, Jennifer pairs drive and tenacity with her compassion for her clients and her passion for justice.

Born and raised in Greenville, South Carolina, Jennifer received a Bachelor of Arts in political science and Spanish from the University of South Carolina’s Honor College. Jennifer went on to earn her Juris Doctor and an L.L.M. in international and comparative law from Duke University School of Law. After law school, Jennifer began her practice as an associate at a law firm in New York, NY before joining James, McElroy & Diehl in 2014. She speaks Spanish and has studied law in Barcelona, Spain and in Geneva, Switzerland.

Jennifer and her three elementary-age children enjoy living in Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, South Carolina, where they enjoy family time, travel, and exploring the lowcountry.

Academic Background

  • J.D. and L.L.M., cum laude, Duke University School of Law, 2010
  • B.A., summa cum laude, Honors College at the University of South Carolina, 2007

Bar & Court Admissions

  • North Carolina State Bar
  • South Carolina State Bar
  • New York State Bar
  • United States Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
  • United States District Court, Southern District of New York
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of New York
  • United States District Court, Western District of North Carolina
  • United States District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
  • United States District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina

Affiliations

  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Mecklenburg County Bar Association

Professional Recognition

  • North Carolina Super Lawyers “Rising Star” in Personal Injury Litigation, 2020-2021, 2026
  • Best Lawyers in America© in Personal Injury Litigation- Plaintiffs, 2027
  • Best Lawyers in America© in Commercial Litigation, 2021-2027

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525 N. Tryon St. Suite 700
Charlotte, NC 28202

Email: jhouti@jmdlaw.com
Phone: 704.372.9870
Fax: 704.350.9319

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