Atty. James M. Lupton

Atty. James M. Lupton

Mr. James M.

Beaufort Beaufort 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (252) 855-4090 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James M. Lupton at a glance

James M. Lupton is a Partner based in Beaufort, North Carolina, practicing at Lupton & Nobles. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, and federal crimes. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1992), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1998), and U.S. Supreme Court (2001). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1992) and Wake Forest University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina State Bar 3B Judicial District Bar (President, 2002-2003) North Carolina Bar Association (Member, Criminal Justice Section) Carteret County Bar Association North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Beaufort, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James M. Lupton is a lawyer practicing criminal, criminal law, assault and battery and 26 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Wake Forest University in 1987, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at Lupton & Nobles in Beaufort, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James M. Lupton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Car Accidents

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Drug Crimes

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Criminal Defense

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Federal Crimes

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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 Beaufort 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 M. Lupton

Where is James M. Lupton's law office located?
James M. Lupton's law practice is located in Beaufort, North Carolina. The firm is Lupton & Nobles. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James M. Lupton handle?
James M. Lupton focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, drug crimes, criminal defense, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James M. Lupton practiced law?
James M. Lupton has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James M. Lupton go to law school?
James M. Lupton earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact James M. Lupton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James M. Lupton received?
James M. Lupton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1992
B.S.
Wake Forest University
- 1987

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2001

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