Atty. Edward K. Proctor V

Atty. Edward K. Proctor V

Edward K. Proctor V is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, financial institutions and 4 other areas of law.

New Bern New Bern 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Edward K. Proctor V at a glance

Edward K. Proctor V is a Member based in New Bern, North Carolina, practicing at Ward and Smith, P.A. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on trusts, employment, business, m&a, and insurance. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina (1987). Educated at The University of North Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Davidson College 1979-1981 The McCallie School (The University, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Bern, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward K. Proctor V is a lawyer practicing business, employee benefits, financial institutions and 4 other areas of law
  • Edward received a degree from Davidson College, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Edward practices at Ward and Smith, P.A in New Bern, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Edward K. Proctor V's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward K. Proctor V handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Edward K. Proctor V is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Edward K. Proctor V is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in North Carolina →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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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 New Bern 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 Edward K. Proctor V

Where is Edward K. Proctor V's law office located?
Edward K. Proctor V's law practice is located in New Bern, North Carolina. The firm is Ward and Smith, P.A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward K. Proctor V handle?
Edward K. Proctor V focuses on trusts, employment, business, m&a, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Edward K. Proctor V practiced law?
Edward K. Proctor V has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Edward K. Proctor V go to law school?
Edward K. Proctor V earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (The University, 1979).
How can I contact Edward K. Proctor V for a consultation?
You can contact Edward K. Proctor V 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 Edward K. Proctor V received?
Edward K. Proctor V's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The University of North Carolina School of Law
- 1987
The University
Davidson College 1979-1981 The McCallie School
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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