Atty. James S. Hampton

Atty. James S. Hampton

Mr. James S.

Greensboro Greensboro 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (336) 370-7446 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James S. Hampton at a glance

James S. Hampton is a Member based in Greensboro, North Carolina, practicing at The Law Office of J. Scott Hampton. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, probate, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1992), U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1992), U.S. Supreme Court (1992), and U.S. Tax Court (2011). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1992) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S. Criminal, 1988). Serands clients in Greensboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James S. Hampton is a lawyer practicing family law, child custody, visitation, child support and absolute divorce, post-separation support, alimony and equitable distrubution and 31 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • James practices at The Law Office of J. Scott Hampton in Greensboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James S. Hampton's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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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 Greensboro 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 S. Hampton

Where is James S. Hampton's law office located?
James S. Hampton's law practice is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The firm is The Law Office of J. Scott Hampton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James S. Hampton handle?
James S. Hampton focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, child custody, probate, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James S. Hampton practiced law?
James S. Hampton has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did James S. Hampton go to law school?
James S. Hampton earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Criminal, 1988).
How can I contact James S. Hampton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1992
B.S. Criminal
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1988

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 2011

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