Atty. Thomas Michael Satterfield

Atty. Thomas Michael Satterfield

Mr. Thomas Michael Satterfield is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental, land use and 1 other area of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Thomas Michael Satterfield at a glance

Thomas Michael Satterfield is a Member based in Wilmington, North Carolina. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and environmental. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1985) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina (1987). Educated at University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (J.D., 1985) and University of North Carolina-Wilmington (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Hanover County and North Carolina (Member, Sections on: Real Property Environmental Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Thomas Michael Satterfield is a lawyer practicing real estate, environmental, land use and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina-Wilmington in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Thomas practices in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Michael Satterfield's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

Thomas Michael Satterfield is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in North Carolina →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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 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 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 Thomas Michael Satterfield

Where is Thomas Michael Satterfield's law office located?
Thomas Michael Satterfield's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Michael Satterfield handle?
Thomas Michael Satterfield focuses on business, real estate, zoning, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Thomas Michael Satterfield practiced law?
Thomas Michael Satterfield has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Thomas Michael Satterfield go to law school?
Thomas Michael Satterfield earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Thomas Michael Satterfield for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Michael Satterfield received?
Thomas Michael Satterfield's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
- 1985
B.A.
University of North Carolina-Wilmington
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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