Atty. Mark Spencer Williams

Atty. Mark Spencer Williams

Mark Spencer Williams is an experienced attorney focusing on civil litigation and family law, including separation, divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and equitable distribution. He also handles personal injury cases and appeals at the North Carolina Court of Appeals.

Wilmington Wilmington 21 yrs experience 21 year
Call (910) 991-2653 Email Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Mark Spencer Williams at a glance

Mark Spencer Williams is a Partner based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Rice Law, PLLC. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and real estate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2005), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (2005), District of Columbia (Inactive) (2006), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (2012). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 2005) and Appalachian State University (B.A. Philosophy, 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Spencer Williams is an experienced attorney focusing on civil litigation and family law, including separation, divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and equitable distribution
  • He also handles personal injury cases and appeals at the North Carolina Court of Appeals
  • Over his thirteen-year career, Mark has represented more than 2,000 clients and managed numerous appeals
  • A native of Southern Pines, North Carolina, Mark is the son of two dedicated educators
  • His father, Coach John Wiley Williams, Sr., was Pinecrest High School’s first Athletic Director, and his mother, Patricia, taught first grade at Southern Pines Elementary
  • Williams earned three degrees from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina
  • Prior to his legal career, Mark served as the Director of Financial Aid & Veterans Services at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and was President of the Center for Higher Education Support Services (CHESS)
  • With fourteen years of experience in federal student financial aid administration, he has consulted for over 50 higher education institutions
  • Mark also co-created LearnStudentAid.org, a training program for high school counselors and financial aid administrators
  • He frequently presents at national, regional, and state conferences on various educational and legal topics

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Spencer Williams's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Spencer Williams handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Mark Spencer Williams is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody 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.

Mark Spencer Williams is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Mark Spencer Williams is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

Mark Spencer Williams 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 Wilmington 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 Mark Spencer Williams

Where is Mark Spencer Williams's law office located?
Mark Spencer Williams's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is Rice Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Spencer Williams handle?
Mark Spencer Williams focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Mark Spencer Williams practiced law?
Mark Spencer Williams has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Mark Spencer Williams go to law school?
Mark Spencer Williams earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Philosophy, 1990).
How can I contact Mark Spencer Williams for a consultation?
You can contact Mark Spencer Williams 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 Mark Spencer Williams received?
Mark Spencer Williams's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 2005
B.A. Philosophy
Appalachian State University
- 1990

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2005
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2005
District of Columbia (Inactive)
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2012

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