Atty. Richard Edwin Morton

Atty. Richard Edwin Morton

Mr. Richard Edwin Morton is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust & trade law, environmental and toxic tort litigation and 3 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 36 yrs experience 36 year
Call (980) 860-9834 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Richard Edwin Morton at a glance

Richard Edwin Morton is an Attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1990) and South Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina U.S. District Court, Middle D (1991). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Guilford College (B.S. Geology, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Richard Edwin Morton is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust & trade law, environmental and toxic tort litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from Guilford College in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Richard practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Edwin Morton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Edwin Morton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Richard Edwin Morton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Richard Edwin Morton is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental 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 Charlotte 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 Richard Edwin Morton

Where is Richard Edwin Morton's law office located?
Richard Edwin Morton's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Edwin Morton handle?
Richard Edwin Morton focuses on personal injury, real estate, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Richard Edwin Morton practiced law?
Richard Edwin Morton has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Richard Edwin Morton go to law school?
Richard Edwin Morton earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.S. Geology, 1980).
How can I contact Richard Edwin Morton for a consultation?
You can contact Richard Edwin Morton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Richard Edwin Morton received?
Richard Edwin Morton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of South Carolina School of Law
- 1990
B.S. Geology
Guilford College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1990
South Carolina U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina U.S. District Court, Middle D
Admitted: 1991

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