Atty. William E. Cannon, Jr.

Atty. William E. Cannon, Jr.

Mr. William E.

Asheville Asheville 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About William E. Cannon, Jr. at a glance

William E. Cannon, Jr. is an Attorney based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon PLLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1977), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1992). Educated at University of Georgia (J.D., 1977) and Emory University (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William E. Cannon, Jr. is a lawyer practicing civil practice, trial practice, personal injury and 15 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Emory University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • William practices at Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon PLLC in Asheville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

William E. Cannon, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William E. Cannon, Jr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

William E. Cannon, Jr. is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in North Carolina →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

William E. Cannon, Jr. is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in North Carolina →

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.

William E. Cannon, Jr. is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Business & Corporate Law

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

William E. Cannon, Jr. is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

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

William E. Cannon, Jr. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Asheville 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 William E. Cannon, Jr.

Where is William E. Cannon, Jr.'s law office located?
William E. Cannon, Jr.'s law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. The firm is Ferikes Bleynat & Cannon PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William E. Cannon, Jr. handle?
William E. Cannon, Jr. focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has William E. Cannon, Jr. practiced law?
William E. Cannon, Jr. has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did William E. Cannon, Jr. go to law school?
William E. Cannon, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact William E. Cannon, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact William E. Cannon, Jr. 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 William E. Cannon, Jr. received?
William E. Cannon, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia
- 1977
A.B.
Emory University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Georgia
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 2001
North Carolina
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2004

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