Atty. Richard S. Farris
Richard S. Farris is a lawyer practicing criminal, family, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law.
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About Richard S. Farris at a glance
Richard S. Farris is a Member based in Matthews, North Carolina, practicing at Coan & Farris, P.C.. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and alimony. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1992). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1992) and Wingate College (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Union County Bar Association North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Matthews, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Richard S. Farris is a lawyer practicing criminal, family, divorce & separation and 3 other areas of law
- Richard received a B.S. degree from Wingate College in 1985, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Richard practices at Coan & Farris, P.C. in Matthews, NC
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
Richard S. Farris is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in North Carolina →
Richard S. Farris is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in North Carolina →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Richard S. Farris is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Richard S. Farris is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →
Richard S. Farris is one of 10,688 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony 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 Matthews 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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