Skidmore Law Group, PLLC is a leading law firm serving the State of North Carolina. Our attorneys are industry leaders in eminent domain, administrative law and defending workers’ compensation claims for employers and insurers.
Our work is guided by three core values that we live and breathe every day:
People
We are best in class. Our team is comprised of hand-selected, industry leaders who know what they’re doing.
Communication
We deliver on your terms. We maintain open lines of communication so that we achieve results where they matter most.
Ethics
We do the right thing. Even at our own expense, we’ll never stretch the bounds of ethical behavior.
Meet the Team
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Direct: 984.201.6915
Over the course of her career, Heather has become one of the leading North Carolina workers’ compensation defense attorneys. As Partner and Workers’ Compensation Practice Group Chair at SLG, Heather brings more than 15 years of expertise to what she does best; working hard and collaboratively with clients across various industries to get the best results possible in each case.
Heather has become a leader in her profession by speaking annually at local and national conferences, as well as regularly providing educational presentations for her clients. Her speaking engagements have included the North Carolina Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Seminar and the North Carolina Industrial Commission’s Annual Conference. In the past, she has served as Chair of the North Carolina Bar Association’s Workers’ Compensation Section Council and Regional Chair for the National Workers' Compensation Defense Network.
Heather graduated from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Arts in English, and she earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School of Law. She is a member of the North Carolina State Bar and is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and Wake County Bar Association. Heather has also been awarded professional recognitions by:
The Best Lawyers in America©, Worker’s Compensation Law – Employers, 2022-2024
Super Lawyers Rising Star – 2015-2016, 2019-2024
Business North Carolina Legal Elite – 2024-2025
Heather and her family are proud downtown Raleigh residents and are active in the local community. She and her husband have two daughters and a French Bulldog. In her extra time, Heather runs and competes in marathons, which she uses as a reason to travel around the U.S. and the world. Over the last few years, she has traveled to Boston, Paris, Big Sur, and Berlin for marathons. In 2024, she competed in Boston 2 Big Sur where she won 1st Place Overall Female.
PARTNER & WORKERS' COMPENSATION PRACTICE GROUP CHAIR
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Direct 984.308.0471
Donna serves as Senior Attorney at Skidmore Law Group. She’s practiced litigation in many areas throughout her career, but she found her passion in workers’ compensation when she worked for the North Carolina Department of Justice. She enjoys the challenge of defending employers and insurance carriers amidst a variety of fact patterns and at all levels of the court system.
Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Donna attended Ohio University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Criminology and Sociology, followed by her Juris Doctor degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. While in law school, Donna started the Student Chapter of the Animal Legal Defense Fund, an advocacy group for animal welfare. She is currently a member of the Florida State Bar and the North Carolina State Bar.
Prior to joining Skidmore Law Group, Donna’s sense of adventure led her and her family to move to Lisbon, Portugal. The opportunity to experience another way of living, learn a new language, and travel around Europe provided a once in a lifetime experience for them all.
In her free time, Donna enjoys spending time with her three children, hiking with her two dogs, and planning her next family adventure.
SENIOR ATTORNEY
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Direct 984.777.6835
With 20 years of litigation experience, Matt is one of the premier attorneys for North Carolina’s public sector. In 2024, he set out to build his own firm, Skidmore Law Group, to serve clients across a spectrum of practice areas. Prior to founding SLG, he acted as coordinating counsel for the North Carolina Department of Transportation in the Map Act litigation, where he advised and litigated over 600 individual cases. As part of his work with NCDOT, Matt has been instrumental in liaising among the Department, the North Carolina Department of Justice, outside counsel, and various contractors, ensuring a cohesive legal strategy, which includes significant appearances before Superior Courts in multiple counties, the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Supreme Court.
Since 2021, Matt has also served as counsel to the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board, where he provides legal advice during public meetings, assists in drafting legislation and administrative rules, and supports the Board in overseeing professional discipline for its licensees.
He graduated magna cum laude from North Carolina State University in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, concentrating in Finance, and he earned his Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina. Matt is a member of both the North Carolina State Bar Association and the Wake County Bar Association. Throughout his career, he has received numerous accolades including:
The Best Lawyers in America©, Eminent Domain & Condemnation Law Litigation – Insurance, 2021 – 2024
Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review AV Rating, 2012
North Carolina Super Lawyers: “Rising Star”, 2012
Matt lives in Raleigh, N.C. with his wife, two children, and dog. When he’s not working, you can find him in the dugout coaching his son’s baseball team or cheering for the Wolfpack from the stands.
ATTORNEY & FOUNDING MEMBER
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Direct 984.884.5652
Megan currently serves as Operations Manager for Skidmore Law Group, building on her 15+ year career in healthcare operations and as a clinician for some of the country’s most renowned healthcare systems. In her role, she’s responsible for overseeing all operations within the firm, managing the firm’s external partnerships, and spearheading client success.
Prior to joining SLG, Megan was one of the most recognized physiologists in North Carolina. She’s most recognized for her work with the Veteran’s Health Adminstration’s National Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention where she served as the V.A.’s subject matter expert for all physical activity in the V.A.-system, which spans 170 VA medical centers, over 1,000 health care facilities, and over 1,000 affiliated community-based outpatient clinics.
Before joining the V.A., Megan has held positions with Duke Diet & Fitness Center and Structure House. Throughout her career, she has focused her work on medically complicated patients and has a passion for patient-centered healthcare. In 2013 and 2014, she received the VA Communications Award for Innovation, granted by Under Secretary for Health, Dr. Robert Pretzel. Megan was also honorable mention for Best Internal Fitness/Health Campaign by Ragan Communications in 2014.
Megan has a deep passion for Raleigh and the well-being of the community. Over the last five years, she has held multiple volunteer positions with the Raleigh chapter of the American Cancer Society. Currently, she serves as the co-chair for the Triangle Relay for Life, where she organizes the annual Relay For Life, which generates over $200K for cancer research.
Megan is a proud alumna of the University of Tennessee where she received her Bachelor of Science in Education and her Master of Science in Exercise Physiology. After leaving Knoxville, she relocated to Raleigh, where she lives with her husband and two children who keep her busy with swim meets and baseball games. When she’s not shuttling her kids around, you can find her at a 4:45 AM exercise class, walking the family dog, or tending to her garden.
OPERATIONS MANAGER
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Direct: 984.201.6611
As Partner at Skidmore Law Group, Jim is one of the most experienced law professionals in the state of North Carolina. With over 40 years practicing law, he has myriad experience serving as in-house counsel for private insurance practices, as government attorney with the North Carolina Department of Justice, and has advised the Secretary of Transportation and other Department of Transportation senior staff on legal issues impacting major public works projects. Annually, Jim concludes approximately 100 eminent domain cases through jury trial, verdict, or by settlement, and to date has litigated over 100 civil cases, including 30 eminent domain cases, to a jury’s verdict. He is a Board-Certified Specialist in Appellate Practice and has been counsel in over 100 cases on appeal to the North Carolina Supreme Court, North Carolina Court of Appeals, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
While Jim has spent a life-long career serving his clients, his most notable service has been his service to his country. He’s a proud graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, N.Y., where he received a Bachelor in Science for Civil Engineering and Mathematics. Following graduation, Jim served as an officer in the U.S. Army in Panama, Vietnam, and Germany. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal and Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service with the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam. He continued his service as an officer in the Army Reserves when he returned to his home state of Georgia to obtain his Juris Doctor, magna cum laude, and Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Georgia where he was a member of the Georgia Law Review and the Order of the Coif. He is currently a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and Wake County Bar Association. Throughout his career, Jim has been recognized for his prestigious memberships with the:
United States Supreme Court
United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
United States District Courts for the Eastern & Middle Districts of North Carolina
PARTNER
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Direct 984.296.0140
Logan is a Senior Attorney at Skidmore Law Group with over five years of experience in workers’ compensation. He prides himself on his zealous advocacy for his clients, bringing thoughtful and analytical approaches to his work, which he credits to his rich academic background and diverse experiences outside the office.
Logan received dual degrees in English and Anthropology for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed by his Juris Doctorate from Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. During law school, Logan served as the symposium editor for the Campbell Law Review, while also working as a research assistant with the School of Law. He is currently a member of the North Carolina Bar Association.
As a lifelong North Carolinian, Logan is passionate about local advocacy work. When he’s not practicing law, Logan enjoys exploring national parks with his husband and their Labrador retriever.Logan is a Senior Attorney at Skidmore Law Group with over five years of experience in workers’ compensation. He prides himself on his zealous advocacy for his clients, bringing thoughtful and analytical approaches to his work, which he credits to his rich academic background and diverse experiences outside the office.Logan received dual degrees in English and Anthropology for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, followed by his Juris Doctorate from Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. During law school, Logan served as the symposium editor for the Campbell Law Review, while also working as a research assistant with the School of Law. He is currently a member of the North Carolina Bar Association.
As a lifelong North Carolinian, Logan is passionate about local advocacy work. When he’s not practicing law, Logan enjoys exploring national parks with his husband and their Labrador retriever.
SENIOR ATTORNEY
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Direct: 984.900.2848
With over a decade of experience, Lindsay serves as the Partner & Workers’ Compensation Practice Group Chair at Skidmore Law Group. In this role, Lindsay helps her clients navigate the workers’ compensation system in North Carolina from the initial investigation of a claim to mediation and through the hearing and appeals process. She takes pride in representing a wide range of clients, from small businesses experiencing their first claim with their carrier to national self-insured companies working to create a safer environment and mitigate risk.
When she’s not representing worker’s compensation claims, Lindsay also practices her other passion -- Municipal Law – where she represents counties in property tax appeals, assist with internal matters like drafting and negotiating contracts, and provides continued education trainings.
Lindsay is a graduate of Cleveland State University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Promotional Communication. After relocating to North Carolina, she completed her Juris Doctorate at Wake Forest University School of Law. She is currently a member of both the North Carolina Bar Association and the Wake County Bar Association. Additional accolades she’s received and associations she serves include:
Bar Awards Fundraiser, Silent Auction Co-Chair
The Best Lawyers in America©, Worker’s Compensation Law – Employers, 2024 – 2025
North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys
North Carolina Association of Self-Insured
North Carolina Association of Municipal Attorneys
While not a native, Lindsay, her husband, and their dog proudly call North Carolina their home. Lindsay is passionate about patronizing local businesses, traveling abroad, beating her Goodreads reading challenge, and taking her dog on long walks.
PARTNER & WORKERS' COMPENSATION PRACTICE GROUP CHAIR
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Direct 984.308.0363
As Senior Attorney at Skidmore Law Group, Luke is a pivotal advocate for carriers, self-insureds, and employers in North Carolina workers’ compensation disputes. He’s a seasoned practitioner before the North Carolina Industrial Commission, adept at navigating the intricacies of high-profile and complex cases with finesse, including successful defenses at both the North Carolina Court of Appeals and Supreme Court levels. His expertise extends beyond workers’ compensation, as he has provided invaluable counsel to local governmental officials and boards on a spectrum of employment matters—from wage and hour disputes to Title VII claims and public records inquiries.
Luke received his Bachelor of Science from Western Carolina University, followed by his Juris Doctorate from the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University where he was a Dean’s Excellence Academic Scholar. During his time in law school, Luke distinguished himself as a judicial extern for esteemed North Carolina judges, gaining invaluable insights into a wide breadth of civil matters in State appellate and Federal bankruptcy courts. He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and the Wake County Bar Association.
Outside his law practice, Luke enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, supporting the Tar Heels, spending time outside running and biking, and playing in several local bands.
SENIOR ATTORNEY
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Direct 984.900.3916
MMarriott@skidmorelawgroup.com
As the Partner & Workers’ Compensation Practice Group Chair, Matt brings over a decade of experience to Skidmore Law Group where he dedicates his practice to advising employers and insurance companies on matters involving workers’ compensation defense and employment law. He is a seasoned litigator and oral advocate that has tried countless claims at both the Deputy Commissioner and Full Commission levels. With his dual expertise in both workers’ compensation and employment law, he is able to offer his clients a global strategy that protects their interests within the context of the workers’ compensation claim, while also avoiding risk through the various federal and state employment laws.
Matt received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with a minor in History from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following graduation, he continued his studies at The University of North Carolina’s School of Law, where he was a member of The First Amendment Law Review. While in law school, Matt clerked for the Honorable Sheila A. Ditullio, County Court Judge in New York’s 8th Judicial District. He is currently a member of the North Carolina Bar Association and has received professional accolades throughout his career, including:
The Best Lawyers in America©, Worker’s Compensation Law – Employers, 2023 – 2024
Durham County Special Olympics Head Coach
Phi Beta Kappa honors fraternity for scholastic achievement
Matt lives in Raleigh with his wife and three children. Having spent his entire collegiate career at the University of North Carolina, it’s no surprise his blood runs Tarheel blue.
PARTNER & WORKERS' COMPENSATION PRACTICE GROUP CHAIR