Eric Bass and Andrew McCullough Named to 2026 BNC Legal Elite

Venn Law Group is proud to announce that attorneys Eric Bass and Andrew McCullough have been selected for inclusion in the 2026 edition of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, the annual statewide listing that honors North Carolina’s most respected business-law practitioners.

Since its inception in 2002, Legal Elite has relied on peer voting by active members of the North Carolina State Bar to recognize lawyers whose work has earned them the highest regard among colleagues. Less than 4 percent of the state’s more than 28,000 attorneys are named each year.

This honor marks yet another milestone in Bass and McCullough’s continuing track record of excellence. Both have been recognized in previous years — a testament to the consistent high-quality service they provide, and to the confidence their peers place in their legal judgment, client advocacy, and business acumen.

“We are honored to be recognized again by our peers across North Carolina,” said Attorney Eric Bass. “This distinction reflects not only the work we do, but the collaborative spirit and dedication of our entire team at Venn Law Group.”

At Venn Law Group, Bass and McCullough lead on employment and commercial real estate matters, respectively. Their recognition by Business North Carolina reinforces the firm’s commitment to delivering top-tier legal services to businesses throughout the region.

We congratulate Eric Bass and Andrew McCullough on this well-deserved recognition and looks forward to their continued leadership in serving clients with integrity, skill, and strategic vision.

About Venn Law Group

Venn Law Group is a North Carolina–based law firm dedicated to providing innovative, business-focused legal solutions to companies and individuals. With a deep understanding of the legal landscape and a client-centric approach, the firm offers a full suite of services tailored to its clients’ complex needs.

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In Remembrance of Garth Dunklin

We at Venn Law Group are saddened to announce that our partner, mentor, and friend, Garth Dunklin, passed away on January 14, 2021.

As many attorneys and clients in Charlotte and all over North Carolina can attest, Garth was a true “lawyer’s lawyer.” He relished in the practice of law, teaching legal and real estate concepts, and just being a lawyer serving the community.

Garth’s accolades after over 30 years of practice are simply too many to mention in full, but we particularly want to note that over the years he served on the Boards of the North Carolina Association of REALTORS®, the North Carolina CCIM (Certified Commercial Investment Member) and the Charlotte Region Commercial Board of REALTORS® (“CRCBR”). Garth taught classes for CRCBR, among other groups, for over 23 years, and wrote many instructional texts and forms. He was also an adjunct professor for the UNC-Charlotte Belk College of Business, and a Board Member and former Chair of the North Carolina Rules Review Commission.

Garth was a consummate legal professional, and always endeavored to provide quality service and counsel to his clients and colleagues. He will be missed greatly by everyone at the firm and the Charlotte real estate community. Having practiced with Garth and knowing him for close to 20 years, we, in particular, will miss his boisterous laugh and patience as a mentor. We will also fondly remember the first few days of this firm spent at its “World Headquarters”… which was his kitchen table.

We want to publicly thank Garth’s wife, Helen, and his children, Macy and Garth, Jr., for sharing him with us and to assure them that there is a large community of people that will miss Garth with them.

Garth’s family has asked that in lieu of flowers, those that would like may make contributions in Garth’s honor to the American Cancer Society.

There will be an in-person service to honor Garth on Saturday, January 23, 2020, at 11:00 am, at Heritage Funeral Home located at 3700 Forest Lawn Dr, Matthews, NC 28104. Masks will be required. The service will also be live-streamed as well for those that are not able to attend in person. Below is a link to Garth’s obituary, details about the service, and how to give flowers or donations in his name.

Link to Garth's Obituary

We at Venn Law Group are saddened to announce that our partner, mentor, and friend, Garth Dunklin, passed away on January 14, 2021.

There will be an in-person service to honor Garth on Saturday, January 23, 2020, at 11:00 am, at Heritage Funeral Home located at 3700 Forest Lawn Dr, Matthews, NC 28104. Masks will be required. The service will also be live-streamed as well for those that are not able to attend in person. Below is a link to Garth’s obituary, details about the service, and how to give flowers or donations in his name.

Link to Garth's Obituary