Atty. David W. Murray
David has represented property owners across North Carolina since 2008. He focuses exclusively on eminent domain and zoning law and litigation.
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David W. Murray is a zoning attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Murray Law Firm PLLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2008). Educated at North Carolina Central University (JD with high honors, 2008) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (BA, 2005). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (Charlotte) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David has represented property owners across North Carolina since 2008
- He focuses exclusively on eminent domain and zoning law and litigation
- As a property rights attorney, David has always remained committed to working for property owners, often against the government
- David primarily represents individuals and businesses in land condemnation and eminent domain trial litigation, but also in obtaining zoning permits and variances, litigating zoning appeals before local boards, and resolving contract, covenant, and easement disputes between landowners
- David has represented a broad spectrum of people and businesses in property-related matters including homeowners, places of worship, convenience store gas stations, restaurants (sit-down and fast food), farms, subdivision developments, warehouses, small business owners, car sales lots, and hotels
- David has been selected to the North Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Stars list every year since 2015 for his eminent domain work and Best Lawyers in America since 2021 for his land use, zoning, eminent domain and land condemnation practice
- David was born in Charlotte, grew up in Greenwood, SC, and graduated from high school in Hendersonville, NC
- He met his wife in law school and they have one daughter
- He has been licensed to practice in North Carolina since 2008
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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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