Atty. Edwin M. Speas, Jr.

Atty. Edwin M. Speas, Jr.

Mr. Edwin M.

Raleigh Raleigh 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Edwin M. Speas, Jr. at a glance

Edwin M. Speas, Jr. is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Poyner Spruill LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation, education, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1971) and U.S. State Supreme Court (1979). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1971) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Edwin M. Speas, Jr. is a lawyer practicing education, appellate practice, general litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Edwin received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Edwin practices at Poyner Spruill LLP in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Edwin M. Speas, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edwin M. Speas, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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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 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 Edwin M. Speas, Jr.

Where is Edwin M. Speas, Jr.'s law office located?
Edwin M. Speas, Jr.'s law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Poyner Spruill LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edwin M. Speas, Jr. handle?
Edwin M. Speas, Jr. focuses on litigation, education, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Edwin M. Speas, Jr. practiced law?
Edwin M. Speas, Jr. has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Edwin M. Speas, Jr. go to law school?
Edwin M. Speas, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Edwin M. Speas, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Edwin M. Speas, Jr. received?
Edwin M. Speas, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1971
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1971
U.S. State Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979

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