Atty. Jennifer Joyner Dacey

Atty. Jennifer Joyner Dacey

Jennifer Joyner Dacey is a lawyer practicing elder law, trusts and estates, wills & living wills and 3 other areas of law. Jennifer received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years.

New Bern New Bern 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Jennifer Joyner Dacey at a glance

Jennifer Joyner Dacey is a Member based in New Bern, North Carolina, practicing at Ward and Smith, P.A. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1998) and North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virgin (2009). Educated at George Mason University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Duke University (A.B. Public, 1991). Active member of Craven Community College Foundation. Serands clients in New Bern, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Jennifer Joyner Dacey is a lawyer practicing elder law, trusts and estates, wills & living wills and 3 other areas of law
  • Jennifer received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1991, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Jennifer practices at Ward and Smith, P.A in New Bern, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Jennifer Joyner Dacey's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Power of Attorney

Jennifer Joyner Dacey is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Jennifer Joyner Dacey

Where is Jennifer Joyner Dacey's law office located?
Jennifer Joyner Dacey's law practice is located in New Bern, North Carolina. The firm is Ward and Smith, P.A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jennifer Joyner Dacey handle?
Jennifer Joyner Dacey focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Jennifer Joyner Dacey practiced law?
Jennifer Joyner Dacey has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Jennifer Joyner Dacey go to law school?
Jennifer Joyner Dacey earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (A.B. Public, 1991).
How can I contact Jennifer Joyner Dacey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Mason University School of Law
- 1998
A.B. Public
Duke University
- 1991

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1998
North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virgin
Admitted: 2009

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