Atty. James Cooper Stanford

Atty. James Cooper Stanford

Mr. James Cooper Stanford is a lawyer practicing real property law, criminal law, motor vehicle law.

Hillsborough Hillsborough 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About James Cooper Stanford at a glance

James Cooper Stanford is an Associate based in Hillsborough, North Carolina, practicing at Coleman, Merritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (Inactive) (1990). Educated at University of North Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B., 1982). Serands clients in Hillsborough, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Cooper Stanford is a lawyer practicing real property law, criminal law, motor vehicle law
  • James received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1982, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • James practices at Coleman, Merritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C. in Hillsborough, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Cooper Stanford's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Real Estate Law

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

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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 Hillsborough 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 Cooper Stanford

Where is James Cooper Stanford's law office located?
James Cooper Stanford's law practice is located in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The firm is Coleman, Merritt, Murphy & Rainsford, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Cooper Stanford handle?
James Cooper Stanford focuses on criminal defense, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Cooper Stanford practiced law?
James Cooper Stanford has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did James Cooper Stanford go to law school?
James Cooper Stanford earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (A.B., 1982).
How can I contact James Cooper Stanford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina School of Law
- 1990
A.B.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1982

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (Inactive)
Admitted: 1990

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