Atty. Charles M Tighe

Atty. Charles M Tighe

Charles M Tighe is a lawyer practicing land use / zoning, general practice, civil trials in all courts and 17 other areas of law. Charles received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 66 yrs experience 66 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles M Tighe at a glance

Charles M Tighe is a Member based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Charles M. Tighe. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, wills, sexual harassment, estate planning, and employment. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1960), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1969), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1970), and North Carolina (1992). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1960) and Harvard University (A.B., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New Hanover County, Connecticut (Member, Municipal Law and Governmental Services Committee, 1975-1993 Member, 1976-1993, and Chairman, 1986-1988, Executive Committee, Planning and Zoning Section) and North Carolina Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles M Tighe is a lawyer practicing land use / zoning, general practice, civil trials in all courts and 17 other areas of law
  • Charles received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1957, and has been licensed for 66 years
  • Charles practices at Charles M. Tighe in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Charles M Tighe's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles M Tighe handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Wills

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Sexual Harassment

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Charles M Tighe is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Charles M Tighe is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Wilmington 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 Charles M Tighe

Where is Charles M Tighe's law office located?
Charles M Tighe's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is Charles M. Tighe. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles M Tighe handle?
Charles M Tighe focuses on wrongful termination, wills, sexual harassment, estate planning, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Charles M Tighe practiced law?
Charles M Tighe has 66+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1960.
Where did Charles M Tighe go to law school?
Charles M Tighe earned their education at (J.D., 1960); (A.B., 1957).
How can I contact Charles M Tighe for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles M Tighe received?
Charles M Tighe's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1960
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1960
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1970
North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1999

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