About Sonya Tien
Sonya Tien has spent more than ten years helping personal injury victims on their path to recovery. She earned her law degree from Columbia University, where she was recognized as a Harlan Fiske Stone Scholar. Additionally, she holds a business degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Kenan-Flagler Business School, where she was awarded 17 scholarships.
Since 2020, Sonya has been acknowledged as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers and was featured on the cover of Super Lawyers Magazine under the theme of Solo Success. Her written contributions have been published in the Wall Street Lawyer and the Practising Law Institute. She has also presented on topics such as SEC Enforcement and Compliance, as well as Executive Compensation. Sonya previously co-authored Fried Frank's White Collar Criminal Defense and Securities Enforcement Memo.
Before founding Tien Law Firm, Sonya worked as a litigation and corporate associate at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson in New York. Her practice areas included SEC & DOJ enforcement, government investigations, commercial litigation, and capital markets. She represented notable clients such as Bank of America, Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Oppenheimer, Tishman Speyer, and CBRE.
While in law school, Sonya served as a Summer Associate at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson in New York and gained experience as a judicial intern for the Honorable George H. Lowe at the United States District Court (NDNY).
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
North Carolina Car Accident Laws
Understanding North Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
contributory negligence
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$30K/$60K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of law does Sonya Tien specialize in?
Sonya Tien specializes in personal injury law, SEC & DOJ enforcement, government investigations, commercial litigation, and capital markets.
Where did Sonya Tien receive her education?
Sonya Tien earned her law degree from Columbia University and her business degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Kenan-Flagler Business School.
What recognitions has Sonya Tien received?
Since 2020, Sonya Tien has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers and was featured on the cover of Super Lawyers Magazine.
What is Sonya Tien's professional background before founding her firm?
Before founding Tien Law Firm, Sonya Tien was a litigation and corporate associate at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson in New York.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Sonya Tien for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Sonya for a free case review



