Douglas Q. Wickham

Douglas Q. Wickham is a highly respected bankruptcy attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina. He is the founder of Wickham Law and has been serving clients in matters related to bankruptcy law since 1987. Mr. Wickham specializes in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, as well as handling business-related debts. He holds certification as a specialist in consumer and business bankruptcy law from the North Carolina State Bar’s Board of Legal Specialization.

Mr. Wickham’s legal education is exceptional. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Yale University in 1963. He continued at Yale Law School, where he obtained his law degree (LLB) in 1966. Later, he pursued advanced legal studies and received a Master of Laws (LLM) from Harvard Law School in 1971.

Before establishing his practice in Raleigh, Mr. Wickham taught law for nearly 15 years as a professor at The University of Tennessee College of Law. He instructed students in key areas such as commercial law, civil procedure, and debtor-creditor law. His academic career reflects his deep understanding of legal principles and his commitment to sharing that knowledge with others.

As a practitioner, Mr. Wickham has a reputation for professionalism and dedication. He appears before various courts, including the U.S. District Courts of North Carolina and the United States Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit. His legal expertise and careful attention to detail have earned him recognition as a Super Lawyer from 2010 to 2025 and the prestigious AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell.

Throughout his career, Mr. Wickham has helped countless individuals and businesses find solutions to complex financial challenges. He provides personalized guidance and strives to offer practical options for debt relief. His work reflects his unwavering commitment to assisting clients in navigating difficult situations with confidence and clarity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Wickham Law
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, Wake County Bar
• Member, Wake County Bar Association

Licensed State

• Illinois
• North Carolina
• Tennessee

Education

• Harvard University Law School
  Master of Laws (LL.M)
• Yale Law School
  Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
• Yale University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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