Atty. James E. Earle

Atty. James E. Earle

Mr. James E.

Charlotte Charlotte 35 Years Experience 35 year
Call (980) 334-6733

Profile Summary

About James E. Earle at a glance

James E. Earle is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at K&L Gates, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on employment, business, tax, m&a, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1991). Educated at Stanford University Law School (J.D., 1991) and Davidson College (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James E. Earle is a lawyer practicing partnership, tax, employee benefits and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Davidson College in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • James practices at K&L Gates, LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Earle's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Employment Contracts

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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 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 E. Earle

Where is James E. Earle's law office located?
James E. Earle's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is K&L Gates, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Earle handle?
James E. Earle focuses on employment, business, tax, m&a, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James E. Earle practiced law?
James E. Earle has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did James E. Earle go to law school?
James E. Earle earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact James E. Earle for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James E. Earle received?
James E. Earle's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University Law School
- 1991
B.A.
Davidson College
- 1988

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1991

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