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William E. Martin represents clients in New Bern, North Carolina across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About William E. Martin
Bill is the leader of the Financial Transactions and Regulation Practice Group. His practice experience includes the representation of lending institutions, companies, individuals, and community associations in a wide variety of commercial real estate matters. Bill regularly represents lenders and borrowers in loan transactions; purchasers and sellers in the negotiation and preparation of real estate letters of intent and purchase agreements; landlords and tenants in the negotiation and preparation of commercial and retail leases; developers in the creation of restrictive and protective covenants for planned communities; and developers, community associations, and property owners regarding the interpretation and application of restrictive and protective covenants and title insurance issues. He also is experienced in the licensing and legal responsibilities of real estate brokers and firms. Bill has been rated by his peers as being "preeminent" in his fields of law. Prior to joining the Firm, he served terms as the Chief Federal Public Defender for the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina.
Credentials
Education
Wake Forest University
J.D. · 1975
Wake Forest University
BA · 1971
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North Carolina
1975 · ACTIVE
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Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Financial Services Regulation Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America, 2013-2024
2026
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What areas of law does William E. Martin practice?
William E. Martin focuses on Real Estate.
Where is William E. Martin located?
William E. Martin primarily serves clients in New Bern, North Carolina, with an office at 1001 College Court.
How experienced is William E. Martin?
William E. Martin has 51 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1975.
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