Atty. John Alan High

Atty. John Alan High

John Alan High, a native of Columbus County, began his legal career in 1992 and has been serving his community ever since. In 2012, he established his solo practice, John Alan High, PLLC.

Whiteville Whiteville 34 Years Experience 34 year
Call (910) 317-0983

Profile Summary

About John Alan High at a glance

John Alan High is a Member based in Whiteville, North Carolina, practicing at John Alan High, PLLC. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, car accidents, residential, divorce, and truck accidents. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1992) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1992). Educated at Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S. Business, 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Columbus County and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Whiteville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Alan High, a native of Columbus County, began his legal career in 1992 and has been serving his community ever since
  • In 2012, he established his solo practice, John Alan High, PLLC. An avid fan of outdoor activities, Alan enjoys hunting, fishing, and water skiing, as well as watching UNC football and basketball games with his family
  • Alan earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, with a focus on Finance and Economics, from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989
  • He then pursued his legal education at Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, graduating in 1992
  • During his time at Campbell Law, Alan received the Campbell Book Award for Constitutional Law and Administrative Process and the American Jurisprudence Book Award for Family Law
  • He also served as an editor for the Campbell Law Observer, focusing on the N.C
  • Court of Appeals, and contributed as a case summary writer for the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals
  • Additionally, he participated in the Intramural Client Counseling Competition, showcasing his commitment to client advocacy

Practice Areas Explained

John Alan High's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Alan High handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

John Alan High is one of 32,113 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in North Carolina →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Residential Real Estate

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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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Truck Accidents

John Alan High is one of 4,423 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Whiteville 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 venue, 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 John Alan High

Where is John Alan High's law office located?
John Alan High's law practice is located in Whiteville, North Carolina. The firm is John Alan High, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Alan High handle?
John Alan High focuses on wills, car accidents, residential, divorce, truck accidents. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Alan High practiced law?
John Alan High has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Alan High go to law school?
John Alan High earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. Business, 1989).
How can I contact John Alan High for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Alan High received?
John Alan High's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University's Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
- 1992
B.S. Business
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1992

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