Atty. David Ray Dorton

Atty. David Ray Dorton

Mr. David Ray Dorton is a lawyer practicing real estate, financial services, physician groups & medical staffs and 2 other areas of law.

Raleigh Raleigh 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (984) 263-3377 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Ray Dorton at a glance

David Ray Dorton is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practforg at Williams Mullen. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and health care. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1979). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1979) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. David Ray Dorton is a lawyer practicing real estate, financial services, physician groups & medical staffs and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • David practices at Williams Mullen in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

David Ray Dorton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ray Dorton 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

David Ray Dorton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

David Ray Dorton is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practforg law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Raleigh 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 substantiand 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 David Ray Dorton

Where is David Ray Dorton's law office located?
David Ray Dorton's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Williams Mullen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Ray Dorton handle?
David Ray Dorton focuses on business, real estate, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has David Ray Dorton practiced law?
David Ray Dorton has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did David Ray Dorton go to law school?
David Ray Dorton earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact David Ray Dorton for a consultation?
You can contact David Ray Dorton 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 David Ray Dorton received?
David Ray Dorton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1979
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1979

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