Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Durham, NC · 43+ Years Experience
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About Daniel F. Read at a Glance
Daniel F. Read is a personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, and workers comp attorney based in Durham, North Carolina. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1983). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1983) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A. University, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Durham, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel F. Read
- Mr. Daniel F. Read is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, family law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Daniel practices in Durham, NC
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel F. Read's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel F. Read handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Durham.
Personal Injury in Durham
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Daniel F. Read is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →
Criminal Defense in Durham
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Daniel F. Read is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →
Family Law in Durham
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Daniel F. Read is one of 185,688 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →
Employment Law in Durham
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Daniel F. Read is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →
Workers Compensation in Durham
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Daniel F. Read is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Durham
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 Durham 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.
Durham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Durham-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Durham Choose Daniel F. Read
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel F. Read's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, employment, and workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel F. Read brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Daniel F. Read can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Durham
A Durham-based practice means Daniel F. Read attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel F. Read Handles in Durham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel F. Read has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel F. Read directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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