Roberts & Stevens, P.A., Attorneys at Law

John S. Stevens, Attorney at Roberts & Stevens in Asheville, NC

Roberts & Stevens, P.A.
BB&T Building, Suite 1100
One West Pack Square
PO Box 7647
Asheville, NC 28802 
828.252.6600
www.roberts-stevens.com

jstevens@roberts-stevens.com
direct dial: 828.258.6990
fax: 828.258.6955

Education

  • University of North Carolina, AB, 1956; JD, 1961, Phi Beta Kappa

    Bar & Court Admissions

  • University of North Carolina, AB, 1956; JD, 1961, Phi Beta Kappa

    Practices & Industries

  • Business Law
  • Education Law
  • Heath Care
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Manufacturers & Distributors



John S. Stevens

Jack Stevens is a founder of the firm with a distinguished legal career. Within Roberts & Stevens, Jack remains an active partner who is credited with shaping the approachable culture of the firm. His areas of focus include business law, corporate law, and higher education.

In his early career, Jack served four terms in the North Carolina General Assembly (1969–1975) and was Chairman of the House Rules Committee during the 1975 session. Over the years, he has continued to be active in the North Carolina Bar Association, including a term as President.

Jack is a seasoned attorney who has and continues to serve on numerous boards. Currently he is a member of the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Foundation for Advanced Health Programs, the North Carolina Humanities Council and the North Carolina Parks and Recreation Authority. As an Asheville native, he is proud to have had the opportunity to build a law firm and, of equal importance, raise a family in Asheville.

Experience

    • Representation and general counsel of corporate clients and business entities
    • Representation of large municipal corporations
    • Representation of the State of North Carolina in insurance matters
    • Representation of various private schools and colleges



    Professional

      • Attorneys for Family-Held Enterprises
      • AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
      • The Best Lawyers in America, Corporate Law, 2008-2012
      • North Carolina Bar Association Centennial Award, 2008
      • North Carolina Foundation for Advanced Health Programs, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors
      • North Carolina House of Representatives, General Assembly (1969-1976)

            Community Service

        • Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, former Chairman
        • Cherokee Indian Hospital, former Board of Directors
        • Governor’s Task Force on Drunken Drivers, past Chairman
        • Mission-St. Joseph Health Systems, former Board of Trustees and Chairman of the Board
        • North Carolina Humanities Council
        • North Carolina Parks and Recreation Authority, Board of Directors
        • UNC Healthcare System, former Board of Trustees and Chairman of the Board
        • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, former Board of Trustees, Board of Visitors, Life Member