61/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,245 Google reviews, the most in Sanford.
Insurance Lawyers in Sanford, NC: 2026 rankings
42 insurance lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Sanford: Brent Adams & Associates, LFR Score 61/100; 4.9★ from 1,245 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 42.
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Most-reviewed: Law Offices of James Scott Farrin, 1,202 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 42 ranked after Brent Adams & Associates; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
42 Sanford insurance lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 13 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 42 rated law firms.
Top 10 insurance lawyers in Sanford at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brent Adams & Associates | 61 | 4.9★ (1,245) | Fayetteville, 34 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | Law Offices of James Scott Farrin | 61 | 4.9★ (1,202) | Raleigh, 34 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours, Most reviews |
| 3 | Law Offices of James Scott Farrin | 60 | 4.9★ (799) | Fayetteville, 33 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 4 | Brent Adams & Associates | 60 | 4.9★ (602) | Fayetteville, 30 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Brent Adams & Associates | 59 | 4.9★ (303) | Southern Pines, 24 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 6 | Brent Adams & Associates | 59 | 4.9★ (903) | Raleigh, 40 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 7 | Law Offices of James Scott Farrin | 59 | 4.7★ (1,063) | Durham, 39 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 8 | Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys | 58 | 5.0★ (95) | Apex, 26 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 9 | Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys | 57 | 5.0★ (117) | Raleigh, 34 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | Osborn Injury Lawyers | 57 | 5.0★ (113) | Raleigh, 37 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
All 42 insurance lawyers in Sanford, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Raleigh, 34 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 1,202 Google reviews.
Based in Fayetteville, 33 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 799 Google reviews.
Based in Fayetteville, 30 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 602 Google reviews.
Based in Southern Pines, 24 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 303 Google reviews.
Based in Raleigh, 40 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 903 Google reviews.
Based in Durham, 39 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 1,063 Google reviews.
Based in Apex, 26 mi away
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 34 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 37 mi away
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 113 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 40 mi away
53/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 36 mi away
52/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 166 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 34 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.
#14 North State Law
Based in Raleigh, 41 mi away
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Administrative attorney”.
Based in Sanford
51/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.9★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Fayetteville, 34 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 94 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
#17 Tien Law Firm
Based in Raleigh, 40 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Fayetteville, 34 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 154 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Roanoke Rapids, 44 mi away
50/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.1★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 42 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 38 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Fayetteville, 34 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
Based in Smithfield, 47 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
Based in Garner, 35 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Social security attorney”.
Based in Raleigh, 38 mi away
49/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Attorney”.
All 42 insurance lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #42, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Law Offices of John M. Kirby | 49 | 4.7★ (44) | 38 mi |
| 27 | Nichols Law Firm | 48 | 5.0★ (22) | 37 mi |
| 28 | Mast Law Firm | 48 | 4.6★ (47) | 41 mi |
| 29 | Kellum Law Firm | 47 | 4.2★ (60) | 38 mi |
| 30 | Law Offices of Karl E. Knudsen | 47 | 4.6★ (18) | 37 mi |
| 31 | Hemmings & Stevens PLLC | 47 | 4.5★ (22) | 37 mi |
| 32 | Cranfill Sumner LLP | 47 | 4.3★ (12) | 34 mi |
| 33 | Goins Law Office: Goins Jason G | 47 | 4.0★ (69) | 39 mi |
| 34 | Vincent-Pope Law Firm, PA | 47 | 4.1★ (13) | 32 mi |
| 35 | Smith Anderson | 47 | 5.0★ (8) | 37 mi |
| 36 | Manning, Fulton & Skinner, P.A. | 47 | 4.9★ (9) | 37 mi |
| 37 | Anderson Johnson Lawrence & Butler L.L.P | 46 | 5.0★ (4) | 33 mi |
| 38 | Rodgers Waters Law | 46 | 5.0★ (3) | 30 mi |
| 39 | Lloyd King Law Firm PLLC | 45 | 4.2★ (5) | 34 mi |
| 40 | The Law Offices of James D. Williams, Jr. | 45 | 3.8★ (13) | 40 mi |
| 41 | Sanford Thompson pllc | 44 | 5.0★ (4) | 41 mi |
| 42 | Jordan Price Wall Gray Jones and Carlton, PLLC | 44 | 3.0★ (31) | 36 mi |
Also serving Sanford
20 more insurance lawyers within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anders Crone PLLC | 4.5★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Bice Law LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Bircher Richard | 30 mi | |
| Carr Jonathan P | 36 mi | |
| Chapel Hill Group | 34 mi | |
| Cioffi Law Firm | 39 mi | |
| Faison & Gillespie | 5.0★ (2) | 34 mi |
| George Ligon Law Office | 5.0★ (2) | 39 mi |
| Gordon Frank J | 5.0★ (1) | 37 mi |
| Hearn George G | 37 mi | |
| Mast Charles D | 5.0★ (1) | 47 mi |
| Matthew Burkert, Personal Injury Lawyer | 5.0★ (1) | 39 mi |
| Miller Shah LLP | 41 mi | |
| Pearson Law Office | 37 mi | |
| Russ Worth & Cheatwood PLLC | 5.0★ (1) | 34 mi |
| Sanford Holsouser LLP | 26 mi | |
| Sink & Potter | 37 mi | |
| Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP | 5.0★ (2) | 37 mi |
| Tien Law Firm | 5.0★ (2) | 36 mi |
| Vincent-Pope Law Firm, PA | 5.0★ (1) | 38 mi |
How we ranked Sanford insurance lawyers
We scored 42 Sanford insurance lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Sanford data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an insurance lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many insurance law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the firm represents policyholders, insurers or both, and how often it handles your type of policy.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an insurance lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do you represent policyholders or insurance companies?
- How is your fee calculated if the claim settles?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Insurance lawyers in Sanford: frequently asked questions
Which insurance lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Sanford?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked insurance lawyer in Sanford, NC is Brent Adams & Associates with an LFR Score of 61/100. It has 4.9★ from 1,245 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#2) and Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#3) follow. We ranked 42 insurance lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many insurance lawyers are there in Sanford?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 42 insurance lawyers serving Sanford, NC. 1 of them is based in Sanford; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which insurance lawyers in Sanford are open 24/7?
13 ranked insurance lawyers in Sanford post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Brent Adams & Associates (#1), Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#2) and Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which insurance lawyers in Sanford work on weekends?
13 of 42 ranked insurance lawyers post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Brent Adams & Associates (#1), Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#2) and Law Offices of James Scott Farrin (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Sanford insurance lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 42 rated insurance lawyers in Sanford is 4.8★, with a median of 54 reviews. Brent Adams & Associates has the most, 1,245 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank insurance lawyers?
Each insurance lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do insurance lawyers outside Sanford count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Sanford city center, our service radius for insurance lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can insurance lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do insurance lawyers in Sanford, NC charge?
Lawyers for policyholders often work on contingency or a mix of hourly and contingency fees; lawyers defending insurers bill hourly. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What can I do if my insurer denies or underpays a claim?
Ask the insurer for the denial in writing with the policy wording it relies on, keep every document, and note any deadline in the policy or the letter. Every state has an insurance department that takes complaints; a lawyer can advise whether the denial can be challenged and how long you have. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of insurance lawyers in Sanford, NC ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Sanford?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Sanford
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 42 insurance lawyers serving Sanford.
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