Atty. John R. Edwards

Atty. John R. Edwards

John R. Edwards is a lawyer practicing personal injury, birth injury, truck accidents and 1 other area of law.

Raleigh Raleigh 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About John R. Edwards at a glance

John R. Edwards is a Founding Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at EdwardsKirby, Attorneys at Law. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1977) and Tennessee (1978). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1977) and North Carolina State University (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John R. Edwards is a lawyer practicing personal injury, birth injury, truck accidents and 1 other area of law
  • John R. received a B.S. degree from North Carolina State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John R. practices at EdwardsKirby, Attorneys at Law in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Edwards's Areas of Practice

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

Truck Accidents

John R. Edwards is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in North Carolina →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

John R. Edwards is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

Wrongful Death

John R. Edwards is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in North Carolina →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

John R. Edwards is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Raleigh 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 R. Edwards

Where is John R. Edwards's law office located?
John R. Edwards's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is EdwardsKirby, Attorneys at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Edwards handle?
John R. Edwards focuses on truck accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John R. Edwards practiced law?
John R. Edwards has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John R. Edwards go to law school?
John R. Edwards earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.S., 1974).
How can I contact John R. Edwards for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Edwards 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 R. Edwards received?
John R. Edwards's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1977
B.S.
North Carolina State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1977
Tennessee
Admitted: 1978

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