Atty. W. Marshall Lafar

Atty. W. Marshall Lafar

Mr. W.

Gastonia Gastonia 60 yrs experience 60 year
Call (980) 381-2330 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About W. Marshall Lafar at a glance

W. Marshall Lafar is a Member based in Gastonia, North Carolina, practicing at W. Marshall LaFar. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on wills, real estate, and poa. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1966). Educated at Wake Forest University (LL.B., 1966) and Davidson College (A.B., 1961). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina Bar Association North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Gastonia, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. W. Marshall Lafar is a lawyer practicing power of attorney, wills & living wills, real property and 1 other area of law
  • W. received a A.B. degree from Davidson College in 1961, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • W. practices at W. Marshall LaFar in Gastonia, NC

Practice Areas Explained

W. Marshall Lafar's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

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Real Estate Law

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

W. Marshall Lafar is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Power of Attorney

W. Marshall Lafar is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa 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 Gastonia 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 W. Marshall Lafar

Where is W. Marshall Lafar's law office located?
W. Marshall Lafar's law practice is located in Gastonia, North Carolina. The firm is W. Marshall LaFar. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Marshall Lafar handle?
W. Marshall Lafar focuses on wills, real estate, poa. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has W. Marshall Lafar practiced law?
W. Marshall Lafar has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did W. Marshall Lafar go to law school?
W. Marshall Lafar earned their education at (LL.B., 1966); (A.B., 1961).
How can I contact W. Marshall Lafar for a consultation?
You can contact W. Marshall Lafar 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 W. Marshall Lafar received?
W. Marshall Lafar's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.B.
Wake Forest University
- 1966
A.B.
Davidson College
- 1961

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1966

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