Atty. Christopher John Cleaveland

Atty. Christopher John Cleaveland

Christopher John Cleaveland is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. Christopher has been licensed for 15 years.

Statesville Statesville 15 yrs experience 15 year
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About Christopher John Cleaveland at a glance

Christopher John Cleaveland is a criminal defense attorney based in Statesville, North Carolina. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2011) and South Carolina (2012). Educated at Elon University School of Law (Juris Doctor, 2011). Serands clients in Statesville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Christopher John Cleaveland is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Christopher has been licensed for 15 years
  • Christopher practices in Statesville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher John Cleaveland's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher John Cleaveland handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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 Statesville 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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Where is Christopher John Cleaveland's law office located?
Christopher John Cleaveland's law practice is located in Statesville, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher John Cleaveland handle?
Christopher John Cleaveland focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Christopher John Cleaveland practiced law?
Christopher John Cleaveland has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Christopher John Cleaveland go to law school?
Christopher John Cleaveland earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2011).
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Practice Areas

Education

Juris Doctor
Elon University School of Law
- 2011

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2011
South Carolina
Admitted: 2012

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