Atty. John Phillips Carlton

Atty. John Phillips Carlton

Mr. John Phillips Carlton is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal appeals, corporate, health care law and 1 other area of law.

Pinetops Pinetops 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About John Phillips Carlton at a glance

John Phillips Carlton is a Member based in Pinetops, North Carolina, practicing at J. Phil Carlton. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, health care, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1963). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1963) and North Carolina State University (B.S., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pinetops, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Phillips Carlton is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal appeals, corporate, health care law and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from North Carolina State University in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • John practices at J. Phil Carlton in Pinetops, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Phillips Carlton's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Health Care Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

John Phillips Carlton is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in North Carolina →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

John Phillips Carlton is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate 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 Pinetops 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 John Phillips Carlton

Where is John Phillips Carlton's law office located?
John Phillips Carlton's law practice is located in Pinetops, North Carolina. The firm is J. Phil Carlton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Phillips Carlton handle?
John Phillips Carlton focuses on criminal defense, business, health care, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Phillips Carlton practiced law?
John Phillips Carlton has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did John Phillips Carlton go to law school?
John Phillips Carlton earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.S., 1960).
How can I contact John Phillips Carlton for a consultation?
You can contact John Phillips Carlton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John Phillips Carlton received?
John Phillips Carlton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1963
B.S.
North Carolina State University
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1963

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