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Garland B. Baker is a Member based in West Jefferson, North Carolina, practicing at Garland Baker, PLLC. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1986) and U.S. Supreme Court (2002). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1986) and University of Mississippi (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Ashe County and Twenty-Third Judicial Bar Associations. Serands clients in West Jefferson, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Garland B. Baker is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, family law
- Garland received a B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1978, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Garland practices at Garland Baker, PLLC in West Jefferson, NC
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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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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 West Jefferson 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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