Atty. James C. Smith

Atty. James C. Smith

James C. Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, business disputes and 2 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 50 Years Experience 50 year
Call (980) 920-5185

Profile Summary

About James C. Smith at a glance

James C. Smith is a Counsel based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Nexsen Pruet, LLC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1976) and North Carolina Supreme Court of the United States United States Courts of Appeals for the Second and (1978). Educated at Vanderbilt University Law School (J.D., 1975) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James C. Smith is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, business disputes and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1968, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at Nexsen Pruet, LLC in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James C. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James C. Smith 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.

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Civil Litigation

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

James C. Smith is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James C. Smith is one of 67,021 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Charlotte 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 venue, 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 C. Smith

Where is James C. Smith's law office located?
James C. Smith's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Nexsen Pruet, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James C. Smith handle?
James C. Smith focuses on business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James C. Smith practiced law?
James C. Smith has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James C. Smith go to law school?
James C. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact James C. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact James C. Smith 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 James C. Smith received?
James C. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University Law School
- 1975
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
North Carolina Supreme Court of the United States United States Courts of Appeals for the Second and
Admitted: 1978

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