Atty. James Robert Cummings

Atty. James Robert Cummings

Mr. James Robert Cummings is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, speeding & traffic ticket and 5 other areas of law.

Morehead City Morehead City 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (252) 648-4178 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Robert Cummings at a glance

James Robert Cummings is a Partner based in Morehead City, North Carolina, practicing at Cummings & Cummings, PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, employment, immigration, and workers comp. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2001). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 2001) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar American Immigration Lawyers Association North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Morehead City, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Robert Cummings is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, speeding & traffic ticket and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1995, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • James practices at Cummings & Cummings, PLLC in Morehead City, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Cummings's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Immigration Law

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Workers Compensation

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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 Morehead City 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 Robert Cummings

Where is James Robert Cummings's law office located?
James Robert Cummings's law practice is located in Morehead City, North Carolina. The firm is Cummings & Cummings, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Cummings handle?
James Robert Cummings focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, employment, immigration, workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Robert Cummings practiced law?
James Robert Cummings has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did James Robert Cummings go to law school?
James Robert Cummings earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1995).
How can I contact James Robert Cummings for a consultation?
You can contact James Robert Cummings 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 Robert Cummings received?
James Robert Cummings's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 2001
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1995

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2001

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