Atty. William Terpening

Atty. William Terpening

Mr. William Terpening is a lawyer practicing tax criminal investigations, litigation, white collar criminal defense and 7 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 25 yrs experience 25 year
Call (980) 381-2330 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William Terpening at a glance

William Terpening is a Member based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Terpening Law PLLC. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2001). Educated at Duke University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Brown University B.A. with highest honors in English and American Literature Brown University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa Duke University (M.A., 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William Terpening is a lawyer practicing tax criminal investigations, litigation, white collar criminal defense and 7 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Brown University, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • William practices at Terpening Law PLLC in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

William Terpening's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William Terpening is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in North Carolina →

White Collar Crimes

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Securities 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 Charlotte 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 Terpening

Where is William Terpening's law office located?
William Terpening's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Terpening Law PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Terpening handle?
William Terpening focuses on criminal defense, business, tax, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has William Terpening practiced law?
William Terpening has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did William Terpening go to law school?
William Terpening earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (M.A., 2001).
How can I contact William Terpening for a consultation?
You can contact William Terpening 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 Terpening received?
William Terpening's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University School of Law
- 2001
M.A.
Brown University B.A. with highest honors in English and American Literature Brown University B.A. Phi Beta Kappa Duke University
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2001

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