Atty. Robert E. Howard, Sr.
Wake County Chief Legal Aid Attorney, 1970-1972. Solicitor, Wake County District Courts, 1970-1972.
Alimony & More Attorney · Serving Raleigh, NC · 56+ Years Experience
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About Robert E. Howard, Sr. at a Glance
Robert E. Howard, Sr. is a Managing Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Howard, McCoy & Bolton, LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on divorce, family law, alimony, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1970), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1971), U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1973), and Pennsylvania (1974). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Law School (LL.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Wake County Bar Association. Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert E. Howard, Sr.
- Wake County Chief Legal Aid Attorney, 1970-1972
- Solicitor, Wake County District Courts, 1970-1972
Author
- "The Alimony Complaint," North Carolina Bar Foundation, 1987
- "Challenging Social Services," Family Law In Bush's America, "Challenging the System," North Carolina Family Law Specialist Group, 2005
Speaker
- "CPA on the Hot Seat," CPA/Law Forum, 2004
- "CPA on the Hot Seat," CPA/Law Forum, 2008
- "CPA on the Hot Seat," CPA/Law Forum, 2009
Practice Areas Explained
Robert E. Howard, Sr.'s Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert E. Howard, Sr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Raleigh.
Divorce in Raleigh
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Family Law in Raleigh
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Alimony / Spousal Support in Raleigh
Robert E. Howard, Sr. is one of 10,588 alimony attorneys indexed nationally. Browse alimony attorneys in North Carolina →
Domestic Violence Defense in Raleigh
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Raleigh
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 Raleigh 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.
Raleigh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Raleigh-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 Raleigh Choose Robert E. Howard, Sr.
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 Robert E. Howard, Sr.'s practice in the field of divorce, family law, alimony, and dv defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert E. Howard, Sr. brings 56+ 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, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina, and U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina, Robert E. Howard, Sr. can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, family law, and alimony, Robert E. Howard, Sr. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Raleigh
A Raleigh-based practice means Robert E. Howard, Sr. 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 Robert E. Howard, Sr. Handles in Raleigh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert E. Howard, Sr. 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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