Atty. Stephen M. Valentine

Atty. Stephen M. Valentine

Mr. Stephen M.

Beaufort Beaufort 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (252) 648-4178 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen M. Valentine at a glance

Stephen M. Valentine is a Member based in Beaufort, North Carolina, practicing at Valentine & McFadyen, P.C.. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1980), North Carolina Supreme Court (1980), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1981), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1983). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 1980) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.S., 1977). Active member of Carteret County (President, 1995) and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Beaufort, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Stephen M. Valentine is a lawyer practicing family law, personal injury, premises liability and 9 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Stephen practices at Valentine & McFadyen, P.C. in Beaufort, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen M. Valentine's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Stephen M. Valentine is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Stephen M. Valentine is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Stephen M. Valentine is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall 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 Beaufort 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen M. Valentine

Where is Stephen M. Valentine's law office located?
Stephen M. Valentine's law practice is located in Beaufort, North Carolina. The firm is Valentine & McFadyen, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen M. Valentine handle?
Stephen M. Valentine focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, family law, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Stephen M. Valentine practiced law?
Stephen M. Valentine has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Stephen M. Valentine go to law school?
Stephen M. Valentine earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Stephen M. Valentine for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen M. Valentine 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.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 1980
B.S.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1977

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1980
North Carolina Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Military Appeals and U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1998

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