Atty. James Andrew Lanier

Atty. James Andrew Lanier

Mr. James Andrew Lanier is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, criminal defense, foreclosure and 1 other area of law.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 12 yrs experience 12 year
Call (910) 968-3951 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Andrew Lanier at a glance

James Andrew Lanier is a divorce, criminal defense, and foreclosure attorney based in Jacksonville, North Carolina. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2014). Educated at Charlotte School of Law (JD, 2014). Serands clients in Jacksonville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. James Andrew Lanier is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, criminal defense, foreclosure and 1 other area of law
  • James has been licensed for 12 years
  • James practices in Jacksonville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Andrew Lanier's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James Andrew Lanier is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in North Carolina →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Andrew Lanier is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Foreclosure Defense

James Andrew Lanier is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure 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 Jacksonville 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 Andrew Lanier

Where is James Andrew Lanier's law office located?
James Andrew Lanier's law practice is located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Andrew Lanier handle?
James Andrew Lanier focuses on divorce, criminal defense, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Andrew Lanier practiced law?
James Andrew Lanier has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did James Andrew Lanier go to law school?
James Andrew Lanier earned their education at (JD, 2014).
How can I contact James Andrew Lanier for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Charlotte School of Law
- 2014

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2014

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