Atty. Michael Douglas Tanner

Atty. Michael Douglas Tanner

Mr. Michael Douglas Tanner is a lawyer practicing banking, probate, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law.

Raleigh Raleigh 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Douglas Tanner at a glance

Michael Douglas Tanner is an Attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Wyrick Robbins Yates Ponton Llp. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, commercial re, and securities. Admitted to practice in Arkansas (1996), Texas (1998), and North Carolina (2001). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1996) and Duke University (B.A., 1992). Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Douglas Tanner is a lawyer practicing banking, probate, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices at Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Douglas Tanner's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

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Securities Law

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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 Tanner

Where is Michael Douglas Tanner's law office located?
Michael Douglas Tanner's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Wyrick Robbins Yates Ponton Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Douglas Tanner handle?
Michael Douglas Tanner focuses on probate, business, real estate, commercial re, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael Douglas Tanner practiced law?
Michael Douglas Tanner has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Douglas Tanner go to law school?
Michael Douglas Tanner earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Michael Douglas Tanner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1996
B.A.
Duke University
- 1992

Bar Admissions

Arkansas
Admitted: 1996
Texas
Admitted: 1998
North Carolina
Admitted: 2001

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