Atty. Fred D. Hutchison

Atty. Fred D. Hutchison

Fred D. Hutchison is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Technology Law and Venture Capital Law.

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Profile Summary

About Fred D. Hutchison at a glance

Fred D. Hutchison is a business and internet attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Hutchison PLLC. Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law (2026). Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Fred D. Hutchison is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Technology Law and Venture Capital Law
  • Fred D., who practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2001
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Fred D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Fred D. Hutchison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Fred D. Hutchison handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Fred D. Hutchison is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

Fred D. Hutchison is one of 17,958 internet attorneys indexed nationally. Browse internet 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 Fred D. Hutchison

Where is Fred D. Hutchison's law office located?
Fred D. Hutchison's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Hutchison PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Fred D. Hutchison handle?
Fred D. Hutchison focuses on business, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
Where did Fred D. Hutchison go to law school?
Fred D. Hutchison earned their education at (J.D., 1975).
How can I contact Fred D. Hutchison for a consultation?
You can contact Fred D. Hutchison 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 Fred D. Hutchison received?
Fred D. Hutchison's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law; Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (Raleigh); Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Raleigh).

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1975

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (Raleigh)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Raleigh)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Technology Law (Raleigh)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Technology Law (Raleigh)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (Raleigh)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (Raleigh)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Raleigh)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (Raleigh)
- 2012

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