James Oliver

James A. Oliver is a Raleigh, North Carolina lawyer at Hatch, Little & Bunn, LLP, whose practice focuses on real estate law, estate planning, and probate matters. He assists clients with residential purchases, refinancing, and other property transactions. His work includes representing small businesses and helping individuals address estate planning needs. His practice combines transactional guidance with legal support for property ownership, business interests, and long-term planning.

James earned his B.A. from Dickinson College, where he studied History and Political Science. He later received his J.D. from Widener University School of Law in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. During law school, he joined the law review. His academic background provided training in research, writing, legal analysis, and the principles that support his transactional and planning work.

James is admitted to practice in North Carolina and before the US District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. He belongs to the North Carolina Bar Association and the Wake County Bar Association. His professional background includes service in the US Army Reserve JAG Corps, where he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. His legal experience includes private practice in Raleigh and representation involving real estate, estate planning, and business matters.

James A. Oliver brings experience to clients dealing with property transactions, estate planning, probate, and related business concerns. His work helps clients address legal documents, ownership interests, financing arrangements, and planning decisions connected with significant assets. His background in private practice and military legal service gives him experience across transactional and advisory settings. He provides practical legal guidance for individuals and businesses facing important property, estate, and business decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Hatch, Little & Bunn, LLP
• Member, North Carolina State Bar
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, Wake County Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• Widener University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Dickinson College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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