Atty. Michael L. Drye

Atty. Michael L. Drye

Mr. Michael L.

Winston Salem Winston Salem 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael L. Drye at a glance

Michael L. Drye is a Partner based in Winston Salem, North Carolina, practicing at Waldrep Wall Babcock and Bailey PLLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1990). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1990) and University of Central Florida (B.S.B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina (Member, Business Law Section) and Forsyth County Bar Associations. Serands clients in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Michael L. Drye is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, securities, corporate law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Central Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices at Waldrep Wall Babcock and Bailey PLLC in Winston-Salem, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael L. Drye's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael L. Drye is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in North Carolina →

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 Winston Salem 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 L. Drye

Where is Michael L. Drye's law office located?
Michael L. Drye's law practice is located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The firm is Waldrep Wall Babcock and Bailey PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael L. Drye handle?
Michael L. Drye focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael L. Drye practiced law?
Michael L. Drye has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael L. Drye go to law school?
Michael L. Drye earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S.B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Michael L. Drye for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael L. Drye received?
Michael L. Drye's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1990
B.S.B.A.
University of Central Florida
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1990

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