Atty. James Wilburn Joyner

Atty. James Wilburn Joyner

Mr. James Wilburn Joyner is a lawyer practicing criminal, domestic relations, general practice.

New Bern New Bern 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About James Wilburn Joyner at a glance

James Wilburn Joyner is a criminal defense and family law attorney based in New Bern, North Carolina. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1984). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1983) and University of Arizona (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in New Bern, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. James Wilburn Joyner is a lawyer practicing criminal, domestic relations, general practice
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • James practices in New Bern, NC

Practice Areas Explained

James Wilburn Joyner's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Family 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 New Bern 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 Wilburn Joyner

Where is James Wilburn Joyner's law office located?
James Wilburn Joyner's law practice is located in New Bern, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Wilburn Joyner handle?
James Wilburn Joyner focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has James Wilburn Joyner practiced law?
James Wilburn Joyner has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did James Wilburn Joyner go to law school?
James Wilburn Joyner earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Wilburn Joyner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1983
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 1977

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1984

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