Atty. John Waldo Reis

Atty. John Waldo Reis

John Waldo Reis is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Charlotte Charlotte 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About John Waldo Reis at a glance

John Waldo Reis is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1992), North Carolina (1998), Alabama (2005), and Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District o (2005). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1992) and Duke University (A.B., 1988). Active member of Mecklenburg County and North Carolina Bar Associations. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Waldo Reis is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, criminal defense and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • John practices at Cozen O'Connor in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Waldo Reis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Waldo Reis 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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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Charlotte 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 Waldo Reis

Where is John Waldo Reis's law office located?
John Waldo Reis's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Waldo Reis handle?
John Waldo Reis focuses on criminal defense, product liability, litigation, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Waldo Reis practiced law?
John Waldo Reis has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did John Waldo Reis go to law school?
John Waldo Reis earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1988).
How can I contact John Waldo Reis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Miami School of Law
- 1992
A.B.
Duke University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1992
North Carolina
Admitted: 1998
Alabama
Admitted: 2005
Tennessee U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee U.S. District Court, Eastern District o
Admitted: 2005

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