Atty. John Ward Purrington

Atty. John Ward Purrington

Mr. John Ward Purrington is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, administrative law, legislative practice and 1 other area of law.

Raleigh Raleigh 59 yrs experience 59 year
Call (984) 370-0763 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Ward Purrington at a glance

John Ward Purrington is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at J. Ward Purrington. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on government and appellate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1967). Educated at University of North Carolina (J.D., 1967) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Ward Purrington is a lawyer practicing administrative hearings and appeals, administrative law, legislative practice and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1962, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • John practices at J. Ward Purrington in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John Ward Purrington's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

John Ward Purrington is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in North Carolina →

Appellate Practice

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

John Ward Purrington 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 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 Ward Purrington

Where is John Ward Purrington's law office located?
John Ward Purrington's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is J. Ward Purrington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Ward Purrington handle?
John Ward Purrington focuses on government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John Ward Purrington practiced law?
John Ward Purrington has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
Where did John Ward Purrington go to law school?
John Ward Purrington earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact John Ward Purrington for a consultation?
You can contact John Ward Purrington 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 Ward Purrington received?
John Ward Purrington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina
- 1967
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1967

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