Atty. Matthew S. Poteet

Atty. Matthew S. Poteet

Mr. Matthew S.

Hickory Hickory 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (828) 597-7044 Book Appointment

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About Matthew S. Poteet at a glance

Matthew S. Poteet is a Member based in Hickory, North Carolina, practicing at Poteet Law Firm. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1995) and U.S. District Court, District of North Carolina (1995). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1995) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Hickory, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Matthew S. Poteet is a lawyer practicing dui & dwi, criminal defense, speeding and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Matthew practices at Poteet Law Firm in Hickory, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew S. Poteet's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Matthew S. Poteet handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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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 Hickory 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 Matthew S. Poteet

Where is Matthew S. Poteet's law office located?
Matthew S. Poteet's law practice is located in Hickory, North Carolina. The firm is Poteet Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew S. Poteet handle?
Matthew S. Poteet focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Matthew S. Poteet practiced law?
Matthew S. Poteet has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Matthew S. Poteet go to law school?
Matthew S. Poteet earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Matthew S. Poteet for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1995
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1992

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1995

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