Atty. Douglas E. Kingsbery

Atty. Douglas E. Kingsbery

Mr. Douglas E.

Raleigh Raleigh 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (984) 326-7109 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Douglas E. Kingsbery at a glance

Douglas E. Kingsbery is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Tharrington Smith, LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and employment. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of North Carolina U.S. Co (1980). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and Duke University's Trinity College of Arts and Sciences (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent and Honorable Discharge. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Douglas E. Kingsbery is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, professional discipline, criminal tax defense and 11 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a A.B. degree from Duke University's Trinity College of Arts and Sciences in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas practices at Tharrington Smith, LLP in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas E. Kingsbery's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas E. Kingsbery handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Wrongful Death

Douglas E. Kingsbery is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

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.

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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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Douglas E. Kingsbery is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

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 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas E. Kingsbery

Where is Douglas E. Kingsbery's law office located?
Douglas E. Kingsbery's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Tharrington Smith, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas E. Kingsbery handle?
Douglas E. Kingsbery focuses on trusts, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Douglas E. Kingsbery practiced law?
Douglas E. Kingsbery has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas E. Kingsbery go to law school?
Douglas E. Kingsbery earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1977).
How can I contact Douglas E. Kingsbery for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas E. Kingsbery 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 Douglas E. Kingsbery received?
Douglas E. Kingsbery's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent; Honorable Discharge.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1980
A.B.
Duke University's Trinity College of Arts and Sciences
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent
Honorable Discharge

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern, Western, and Middle Districts of North Carolina U.S. Co
Admitted: 1980

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