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Atty. William J. Brian, Jr.

Atty. William J. Brian, Jr.

Mr. William J.

Raleigh Raleigh 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (757) 936-4197 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William J. Brian, Jr. at a glance

William J. Brian, Jr. is a Partner based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Morningstar Law Group. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina (1989). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Washington University in St. Louis A.B. cum laude Washington University in St. Louis A.B. 1984 Phi Alpha Theta Washington University in St. Louis A.B. George Washington University (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina and American Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William J. Brian, Jr. is a lawyer practicing land use / zoning, lawsuits / disputes, environmental / natural resources and 5 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from Washington University in St. Louis, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • William practices at Morningstar Law Group in Raleigh, NC

Practice Areas Explained

William J. Brian, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Commercial Real Estate

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Land Use & Zoning

William J. Brian, Jr. is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

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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 Raleigh 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 J. Brian, Jr.

Where is William J. Brian, Jr.'s law office located?
William J. Brian, Jr.'s law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Morningstar Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William J. Brian, Jr. handle?
William J. Brian, Jr. focuses on contracts, real estate, commercial re, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has William J. Brian, Jr. practiced law?
William J. Brian, Jr. has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did William J. Brian, Jr. go to law school?
William J. Brian, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (—).
How can I contact William J. Brian, Jr. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William J. Brian, Jr. received?
William J. Brian, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 1989
Washington University in St. Louis A.B. cum laude Washington University in St. Louis A.B. 1984 Phi Alpha Theta Washington University in St. Louis A.B. George Washington University
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. District Court, District of South Carolina
Admitted: 1989

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