Atty. Derek L. Mace

Atty. Derek L. Mace

I graduated from East Burke High School in Icard, North Carolina in 1990 and Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, North Carolina in 1994. I received my law degree from The University of North...

Hickory Hickory 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Derek L. Mace at a glance

Derek L. Mace is a Member based in Hickory, North Carolina, practforg at Hawkins & Mace, PLLC. They haand 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1997). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1997) and Lenoir-Rhyne College (B.A., 1994). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Actiand member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations NC State Bar. Serands clients in Hickory, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • I graduated from East Burke High School in Icard, North Carolina in 1990 and Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory, North Carolina in 1994
  • I received my law degree from The University of North
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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 Hickory 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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Where is Derek L. Mace's law office located?
Derek L. Mace's law practice is located in Hickory, North Carolina. The firm is Hawkins & Mace, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Derek L. Mace practiced law?
Derek L. Mace has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
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Derek L. Mace earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
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Derek L. Mace's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1997
B.A.
Lenoir-Rhyne College
- 1994

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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