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Matthew J. Spencer is a child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning attorney based in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1998). Educated at Regent University School of Law (J.D., 1998) and James Madison University (B.S., 1995). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Kitty Hawk, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Matthew J. Spencer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, civil litigation, real estate and 8 other areas of law
- Matthew received a B.S. degree from James Madison University in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Matthew practices in Kitty Hawk, NC
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Matthew J. Spencer's Areas of Practice
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Matthew J. Spencer is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in North Carolina →
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.
Matthew J. Spencer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Matthew J. Spencer is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Matthew J. Spencer is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Matthew J. Spencer is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning 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 Kitty Hawk 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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