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George E Gibbs Jr., Attorney at Law 2026 Eviction Pricing Structure for Landlords and Property Managers in North Carolina

At George E Gibbs Jr, Attorney at Law, we believe in keeping things simple, transparent, and fair, especially when it comes to pricing. Our flat-fee eviction services ensure landlords and property managers across North Carolina know exactly what to expect before starting an eviction case.
 Whether you manage one property or hundreds, our firm offers clear, region-based pricing for every stage of the process, from filing to lockout and beyond.
 Existing clients will retain their current pricing as long as their account remains active.

Contents

I. Landlord Pricing for 2026 II. Property Manager Pricing for 2026
II. Property Manager Pricing for 2026
III. Summary Ejectment Court Fees
IV. Appeal Pricing Structure
V. Money Owed Cases

I. Landlord Pricing for 2026

Our landlord pricing covers full-service eviction representation, including drafting, filing, court appearances, and communication, from start to finish. All prices are plus filing fees and court costs.

Charlotte Metro Area

Charlotte or within one hour’s drive, e.g., Gastonia, Concord, Salisbury, Monroe, Lincolnton, Mooresville

  • $550 + Filing fees / Cost of court

Extended Region

1.5 hours or 80 miles from Charlotte, e.g., Hickory, Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point, Lexington

  • $625 + Filing fees / Cost of court

Regional Hubs

2.5 hours or 130 miles from Charlotte, e.g., Raleigh, Durham, Asheville, Hendersonville, Pinehurst

  • $700 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Far-Reach / Coastal

3 hour drive from Charlotte, or farther than 130 miles away from it. e.g., Wilmington, Myrtle Beach

  • $900 + Filing fees / Cost of court

II. Property Manager Pricing for 2026 Our firm values long-term partnerships with property management professionals. Existing property management clients will retain their current pricing as long as their account remains active.

Attorney Fee

Covers all legal services for the standard summary ejectment process, from initial filing through the lockout (excluding appeals and third-party court costs).

  • $350 + Filing fees / Cost of court

Appeal Fee If an appeal is filed after judgment, this fee covers continued legal representation.

  • $800 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Appeal + Counterclaims Fee

For cases involving both a summary ejectment appeal and litigation of associated counterclaims through final judgment.

  • $1200 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Motion to Dismiss Fee

For legal work associated with moving to dismiss tenant counterclaims or defending a motion to dismiss the primary ejectment action.

  • $600 + Filing fees / Cost of court

III. Summary Ejectment Court Fees

These are court-mandated fees, paid directly to the county

Filing Fee Paid to the Clerk of Court
  • $96 per case

Service Fee Paid to the County Sheriff’s Office
  • $30 per defendant

IV. Appeal Pricing Structure

Appeals can introduce new costs depending on location and case complexity. Our appeal-related pricing ensures fair, predictable costs for every scenario.

Appeal Fee

Representation following an appeal filing.

  • $500 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Appeal + Trial Fee

For cases requiring a trial appearance after an appeal.

  • $1000 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Appeal + Counterclaims Fee

For appeals involving both the ejectment appeal and counterclaims litigation.

  • $1500 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Motion to Dismiss Fee

For legal motions to dismiss counterclaims or to  defend such motions.

  • $750 + Filing fees / Cost of court


Additional Appeal Fees for Cases Outside Mecklenburg County

  • Within a one-hour drive: $125 per appeal
  • 1.5 hours or more away: $275 per appeal

V. Money Owed Cases

When tenants owe money beyond possession, our firm handles post-eviction recovery cases as well.


Arbitration
  • $500

Small Claims
  • $1200

District Court
  • $2000

VI. Consultations

Consultations are available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and the fee will be applied toward representation if you proceed.

Over the phone
  • $120

In-person

  • $200




 Why Landlords Across North Carolina Trust George E Gibbs Jr, Attorney at Law

With years of experience representing landlords exclusively, Attorney George E Gibbs Jr and his team handle every step of the eviction process with precision and professionalism. Our firm focuses solely on landlord-side eviction law, ensuring your property rights are protected efficiently and effectively.

We proudly serve landlords and property managers across Charlotte, Gastonia, Concord, Salisbury, Raleigh, Durham, Asheville, and beyond.

Contact Us

If you’re a landlord or property manager that needs help with an eviction, you can call us at +1 980-263-9926, send an email to george@gibbsglaw.com, message us on Facebook, or reach out through our Website.
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