Atty. Michael Douglas McKnight

Atty. Michael Douglas McKnight

Mr. Michael Douglas McKnight is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, immigration.

Raleigh Raleigh 19 yrs experience 19 year
Call (984) 308-9291 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Douglas McKnight at a glance

Michael Douglas McKnight is a Shareholder based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on employment, immigration, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina U.S. District Court, Middle D (2007). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 2007) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 2004). Active member of Wake County Bar Association North Carolina Bar Association. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Douglas McKnight is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, litigation, immigration
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2004, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Michael practices at Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Douglas McKnight's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Douglas McKnight handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Immigration Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 Michael Douglas McKnight

Where is Michael Douglas McKnight's law office located?
Michael Douglas McKnight's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Douglas McKnight handle?
Michael Douglas McKnight focuses on employment, immigration, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael Douglas McKnight practiced law?
Michael Douglas McKnight has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Michael Douglas McKnight go to law school?
Michael Douglas McKnight earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Michael Douglas McKnight for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 2007
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 2004

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina U.S. District Court, Middle D
Admitted: 2007

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