Atty. James E. Williams

Atty. James E. Williams

James E. Williams is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, complex litigation and 9 other areas of law.

Raleigh Raleigh 28 Years Experience 28 year
Call (757) 936-4197

Profile Summary

About James E. Williams at a glance

James E. Williams is an Off. of the Atty. Gen. based in Raleigh, North Carolina. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on contracts, criminal defense, business, real estate, and construction. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998) and Colorado (2003). Educated at University of Richmond (J.D., 1998) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1993). Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James E. Williams is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial litigation, complex litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Delaware in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • James practices in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James E. Williams's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Construction Law

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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 Raleigh 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. Williams

Where is James E. Williams's law office located?
James E. Williams's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James E. Williams handle?
James E. Williams focuses on contracts, criminal defense, business, real estate, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James E. Williams practiced law?
James E. Williams has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did James E. Williams go to law school?
James E. Williams earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact James E. Williams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Richmond
- 1998
B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1993

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998
Colorado
Admitted: 2003

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