Kala Chapalonis Joins James Scott Farrin Injury Practice

Licensed in North Carolina and Massachusetts, Chapalonis previously served as a trial attorney for the Committee for Public Counsel Services in Massachusetts. There, she managed complex criminal proceedings across District, Superior, and Juvenile courts, focusing on advocacy for indigent clients and youth. Her transition to the private sector aligns with the firm’s recent recognition, as Best Lawyers named the practice to its 2026 "Best Law Firms" list for the 11th consecutive year.

Rosa Antunez Boatwright, a partner at the firm, noted that Chapalonis’ disciplined case preparation and commitment to client advocacy will serve as significant assets to their injury practice. Since its founding in 1997, the firm has grown to include over 60 attorneys across 15 offices in North Carolina and South Carolina, representing more than 78,000 clients in areas ranging from car accidents to mass torts.