Atty. A. Cotten Wright

Atty. A. Cotten Wright

Member, North Carolina Journal of International Law & Commercial Regulation, 1999-2001. Law Clerk to the Honorable George R.

Charlotte Charlotte 25 Years Experience 25 year
Call (980) 217-9126

Profile Summary

About A. Cotten Wright at a glance

A. Cotten Wright is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Grier Wright Martinez, P.A.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, trusts, business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2001), U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (2002), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2004), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (2006). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 2001) and Jacksonville University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina State Bar. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Member, North Carolina Journal of International Law & Commercial Regulation, 1999-2001
  • Law Clerk to the Honorable George R. Hodges, U.S
  • Bankruptcy Court, Western District of North Carolina, 2001-2002

Practice Areas Explained

A. Cotten Wright's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases A. Cotten Wright handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about A. Cotten Wright

Where is A. Cotten Wright's law office located?
A. Cotten Wright's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Grier Wright Martinez, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does A. Cotten Wright handle?
A. Cotten Wright focuses on chapter 7, trusts, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has A. Cotten Wright practiced law?
A. Cotten Wright has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did A. Cotten Wright go to law school?
A. Cotten Wright earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact A. Cotten Wright for a consultation?
You can contact A. Cotten Wright directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has A. Cotten Wright received?
A. Cotten Wright's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 2001
B.A.
Jacksonville University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2006
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2012

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