Atty. Keith D. Burns

Atty. Keith D. Burns

Mr. Keith D.

Raleigh Raleigh 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (757) 936-4197 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Keith D. Burns at a glance

Keith D. Burns is a Member based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Nexsen Pruet, LLC. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1993). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1993) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Keith D. Burns is a lawyer practicing real estate law, corporate law, economic development and 5 other areas of law
  • Keith received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1989, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Keith practices at Nexsen Pruet, LLC in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Keith D. Burns's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Keith D. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Keith D. Burns is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Keith D. Burns

Where is Keith D. Burns's law office located?
Keith D. Burns's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Nexsen Pruet, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Keith D. Burns handle?
Keith D. Burns focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Keith D. Burns practiced law?
Keith D. Burns has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Keith D. Burns go to law school?
Keith D. Burns earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact Keith D. Burns for a consultation?
You can contact Keith D. Burns 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 Keith D. Burns received?
Keith D. Burns's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1993
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1993

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