Atty. Richard Simons
Richard Simons regularly represents developers, real estate investment trusts, investors, landlords and tenants in complex commercial real estate transactions. Richard's experience includes acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint venture formation, large-scale office, industrial and retail leasing, and advising on condominium matters, land planning and real estate components of mergers and acquisitions.
Real Estate Law Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC
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About Richard Simons at a Glance
Richard Simons is a real estate attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Moore & Van Allen PLLC. Educated at The University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2022-2023 for work in: (2026). Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard Simons
- Richard Simons regularly represents developers, real estate investment trusts, investors, landlords and tenants in complex commercial real estate transactions
- Richard's experience includes acquisitions, dispositions, financing, joint venture formation, large-scale office, industrial and retail leasing, and advising on condominium matters, land planning and real estate components of mergers and acquisitions
- Prior to joining the firm in 2015, Richard practiced with a firm in Columbia, South Carolina, where he primarily represented Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Trustees in complex bankruptcy matters before the U.S
- Bankruptcy Court for the District of South Carolina, the U.S
- District Court for the District of South Carolina, and the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
Practice Areas Explained
Richard Simons's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard Simons handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Real Estate Law in Charlotte
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
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 venue, 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.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charlotte Choose Richard Simons
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Richard Simons's practice in the field of real estate.
Focused Real Estate Practice
Concentrating on real estate means Richard Simons's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Richard Simons attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Richard Simons Handles in Charlotte
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Richard Simons has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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