Asset Protection & More Attorney · Serving Wilmington, NC · 29+ Years Experience
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About Rick E. Graves at a Glance
Rick E. Graves is a Member based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Webb & Graves, P.L.L.C.. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on irs, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1997) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (2002). Educated at University of Akron (J.D., 1997) and Clearwater Christian College (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Hanover County and North Carolina (Sections on: Taxation Estate Planning and Elder Law Member, Tax Counci Member, Legislative Committee) Bar Associations National Association of Elder Law Attorneys. Serves clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick E. Graves
- Mr. Rick E. Graves is a lawyer practicing estate planning, asset protection, tax controversies and 9 other areas of law
- Rick received a B.A. degree from Clearwater Christian College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Rick practices at Webb & Graves, P.L.L.C. in Wilmington, NC
Practice Areas Explained
Rick E. Graves's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick E. Graves handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wilmington.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Wilmington
Rick E. Graves is one of 2,897 irs attorneys indexed nationally. Browse irs attorneys in North Carolina →
Trusts in Wilmington
Rick E. Graves is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →
Probate in Wilmington
Rick E. Graves is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Carolina →
Estate Planning & Probate in Wilmington
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Rick E. Graves is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →
Business & Corporate Law in Wilmington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Rick E. Graves is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wilmington
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 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.
Wilmington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wilmington-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 Wilmington Choose Rick E. Graves
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 Rick E. Graves's practice in the field of irs, trusts, probate, estate planning, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Rick E. Graves brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in North Carolina and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina, Rick E. Graves can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, trusts, and probate, Rick E. Graves can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wilmington
A Wilmington-based practice means Rick E. Graves 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 Rick E. Graves Handles in Wilmington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Rick E. Graves 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Rick E. Graves directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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