Atty. James A. McLean III

Atty. James A. McLean III

Mr. James A.

Fayetteville Fayetteville 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (910) 591-0120 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James A. McLean III at a glance

James A. McLean III is a Partner based in Fayetteville, North Carolina. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2001) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (2002). Educated at University of North Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Duke University (A.B., 1998). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Cumberland, North Carolina and American Bar Associations North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Serands clients in Fayetteville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James A. McLean III is a lawyer practicing commercial, estate planning, corporate law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices in Fayetteville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James A. McLean III's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James A. McLean III handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James A. McLean III is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Estate & Trust Litigation

James A. McLean III is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Fayetteville 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 James A. McLean III

Where is James A. McLean III's law office located?
James A. McLean III's law practice is located in Fayetteville, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James A. McLean III handle?
James A. McLean III focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James A. McLean III practiced law?
James A. McLean III has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James A. McLean III go to law school?
James A. McLean III earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (A.B., 1998).
How can I contact James A. McLean III for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James A. McLean III received?
James A. McLean III's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina School of Law
- 2001
A.B.
Duke University
- 1998

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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