Atty. Joel R. Schechet

Atty. Joel R. Schechet

Mr. Joel R.

Asheville Asheville 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Joel R. Schechet at a glance

Joel R. Schechet is a Pub. Defender's Off. based in Asheville, North Carolina. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and North Carolina (2006). Educated at University of Southern California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1984) and University of Southern California at Los Angeles (M.D., 1976). Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Joel R. Schechet is a lawyer
  • Joel R. received a M.D. degree from University of Southern California at Los Angeles in 1976, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Joel R. practices in Asheville, NC

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 Asheville 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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Where is Joel R. Schechet's law office located?
Joel R. Schechet's law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Joel R. Schechet practiced law?
Joel R. Schechet has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Joel R. Schechet go to law school?
Joel R. Schechet earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (M.D., 1976).
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California at Los Angeles
- 1984
M.D.
University of Southern California at Los Angeles
- 1976

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
North Carolina
Admitted: 2006

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