Atty. William Ray Burke

Atty. William Ray Burke

Mr. William Ray Burke is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law.

North Wilkesboro North Wilkesboro 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About William Ray Burke at a glance

William Ray Burke is a personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and litigation attorney based in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1997) and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (2003). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1997) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in North Wilkesboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Ray Burke is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, personal injury, insurance defense and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1988, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • William practices in North Wilkesboro, NC

Practice Areas Explained

William Ray Burke's Areas of Practice

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

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 Ray Burke is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William Ray Burke is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

William Ray Burke is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment 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 Ray Burke is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

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

William Ray Burke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 North Wilkesboro 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 Ray Burke

Where is William Ray Burke's law office located?
William Ray Burke's law practice is located in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Ray Burke handle?
William Ray Burke focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has William Ray Burke practiced law?
William Ray Burke has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did William Ray Burke go to law school?
William Ray Burke earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact William Ray Burke for a consultation?
You can contact William Ray Burke 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 Ray Burke received?
William Ray Burke's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1997
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 2003

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