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About Howard J. Cummings at a glance
Howard J. Cummings is an Asst. Dist. Atty. based in Raleigh, North Carolina. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1985). Educated at Campbell College (J.D., 1979) and North Carolina State University (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Howard J. Cummings is a lawyer practicing criminal prosecution, criminal defense
- Howard received a B.S. degree from North Carolina State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Howard practices in Raleigh, NC
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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 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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