Atty. Thomas M. Starnes

Atty. Thomas M. Starnes

Thomas M. Starnes practices at Starnes Aycock Law Firm Read Full Bio

Morganton Morganton 63 yrs experience 63 year
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About Thomas M. Starnes at a glance

Thomas M. Starnes is a Member based in Morganton, North Carolina, practicing at Starnes Aycock Law Firm. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1963), U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1963), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1965). Educated at University of North Carolina (LL.B., 1962) and University of North Carolina (B.S., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Morganton, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Thomas M. Starnes practices at Starnes Aycock Law Firm Read Full Bio

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 Morganton 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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Where is Thomas M. Starnes's law office located?
Thomas M. Starnes's law practice is located in Morganton, North Carolina. The firm is Starnes Aycock Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Thomas M. Starnes practiced law?
Thomas M. Starnes has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Thomas M. Starnes go to law school?
Thomas M. Starnes earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (B.S., 1958).
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Thomas M. Starnes's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
University of North Carolina
- 1962
B.S.
University of North Carolina
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1963
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1965

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