Atty. Steve Lackey

Atty. Steve Lackey

Steve Lackey is a lawyer practicing civil practice, probate, estate planning. Steve received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1980, and has been licensed for 30 years.

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Profile Summary

About Steve Lackey at a glance

Steve Lackey is a probate, estate planning, and litigation attorney based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1996). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1996) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A. University, 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina (Member, Sections on: Elder Law Estate Planning and Fiduciary Law) and American Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Chapel Hill, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steve Lackey is a lawyer practicing civil practice, probate, estate planning
  • Steve received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1980, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Steve practices in Chapel Hill, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Steve Lackey's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Steve Lackey is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in North Carolina →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Steve Lackey is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Steve Lackey is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Chapel Hill 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 Steve Lackey

Where is Steve Lackey's law office located?
Steve Lackey's law practice is located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steve Lackey handle?
Steve Lackey focuses on probate, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Steve Lackey practiced law?
Steve Lackey has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Steve Lackey go to law school?
Steve Lackey earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. University, 1980).
How can I contact Steve Lackey for a consultation?
You can contact Steve Lackey 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 Steve Lackey received?
Steve Lackey's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1996
B.A. University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1996

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