Atty. Rick Cornwell

Atty. Rick Cornwell

Mr. Rick Cornwell is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, business law and 1 other area of law.

High Point High Point 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (743) 230-9568

Profile Summary

About Rick Cornwell at a glance

Rick Cornwell is a Member based in High Point, North Carolina, practicing at Fisher Wagner, PLLC. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1974), U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma (1980), U.S. Tax Court (1981), and North Carolina (1988). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1974) and Oklahoma State University (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Oklahoma Bar Association North Carolina State Bar American Institute of Certified Public Accountants North Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in High Point, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Rick Cornwell is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, taxation, business law and 1 other area of law
  • Rick received a B.A. degree from Oklahoma State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Rick practices at Fisher Wagner, PLLC in High Point, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Rick Cornwell's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Rick Cornwell is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 High Point 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Rick Cornwell

Where is Rick Cornwell's law office located?
Rick Cornwell's law practice is located in High Point, North Carolina. The firm is Fisher Wagner, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Rick Cornwell handle?
Rick Cornwell focuses on wills, trusts, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Rick Cornwell practiced law?
Rick Cornwell has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Rick Cornwell go to law school?
Rick Cornwell earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Rick Cornwell for a consultation?
You can contact Rick Cornwell 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 Rick Cornwell received?
Rick Cornwell's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 1974
B.A.
Oklahoma State University
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1981
North Carolina
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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