Atty. Earl Scott Cloninger

Atty. Earl Scott Cloninger

Mr. Earl Scott Cloninger is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, corporate and 3 other areas of law.

Kings Mountain Kings Mountain 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Earl Scott Cloninger at a glance

Earl Scott Cloninger is a Member based in Kings Mountain, North Carolina, practicing at Cloninger & Neisler. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1974) and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1974). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D. Political, 1974) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B. Political, 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Cleveland County and North Carolina Bar Associations 27th Judicial District and North Carolina State Bars. Serands clients in Kings Mountain, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Earl Scott Cloninger is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Earl received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Earl practices at Cloninger & Neisler in Kings Mountain, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Earl Scott Cloninger's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Earl Scott Cloninger handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Earl Scott Cloninger is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Earl Scott Cloninger is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Kings Mountain 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 Earl Scott Cloninger

Where is Earl Scott Cloninger's law office located?
Earl Scott Cloninger's law practice is located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina. The firm is Cloninger & Neisler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Earl Scott Cloninger handle?
Earl Scott Cloninger focuses on probate, criminal defense, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Earl Scott Cloninger practiced law?
Earl Scott Cloninger has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Earl Scott Cloninger go to law school?
Earl Scott Cloninger earned their education at (J.D. Political, 1974); (A.B. Political, 1970).
How can I contact Earl Scott Cloninger for a consultation?
You can contact Earl Scott Cloninger 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 Earl Scott Cloninger received?
Earl Scott Cloninger's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Political
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1974
A.B. Political
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1974

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