Atty. Brett Michael Shockley

Atty. Brett Michael Shockley

Mr. Brett Michael Shockley is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation.

Charlotte Charlotte 16 yrs experience 16 year
Call (980) 486-0905 Book Appointment

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About Brett Michael Shockley at a glance

Brett Michael Shockley is an Associate based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at McGuireWoods LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina Illinois (2010). Educated at Washington and Lee University School of Law Washington and Lee University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of Maryland (B.A. Government, 2007). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Brett Michael Shockley is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, securities litigation
  • Brett received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Brett practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Brett Michael Shockley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brett Michael Shockley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 andnue, 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 Brett Michael Shockley

Where is Brett Michael Shockley's law office located?
Brett Michael Shockley's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is McGuireWoods LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brett Michael Shockley handle?
Brett Michael Shockley focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Brett Michael Shockley practiced law?
Brett Michael Shockley has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Brett Michael Shockley go to law school?
Brett Michael Shockley earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A. Government, 2007).
How can I contact Brett Michael Shockley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington and Lee University School of Law Washington and Lee University School of Law
- 2010
B.A. Government
University of Maryland
- 2007

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina Illinois
Admitted: 2010

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