Atty. Richard Forrest Kern

Atty. Richard Forrest Kern

Mr. Richard Forrest Kern is a lawyer practicing family, debt collection, land use & zoning and 2 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 17 yrs experience 17 year
Call (910) 991-2653 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Richard Forrest Kern at a glance

Richard Forrest Kern is an Attorney based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Rice Law, PLLC. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on family law, zoning, poa, creditor rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2009). Educated at Albany Law School (J.D., 2008) and Cape Fear Community College (A.A. Political, 2003). Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard Forrest Kern is a lawyer practicing family, debt collection, land use & zoning and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a A.A. degree from Cape Fear Community College in 2003, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Richard practices at Rice Law, PLLC in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Forrest Kern's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Power of Attorney

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Wilmington 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 Forrest Kern

Where is Richard Forrest Kern's law office located?
Richard Forrest Kern's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is Rice Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Forrest Kern handle?
Richard Forrest Kern focuses on family law, zoning, poa, creditor rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Richard Forrest Kern practiced law?
Richard Forrest Kern has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Richard Forrest Kern go to law school?
Richard Forrest Kern earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (A.A. Political, 2003).
How can I contact Richard Forrest Kern for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School
- 2008
A.A. Political
Cape Fear Community College
- 2003

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2009

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