
Richard Edwin Morton, Environmental Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina
Over 36 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
AttorneyatWomble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
Charlotte, NC
Practicing environmental in Charlotte since 1990.
- 36+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Richard Edwin Morton is an attorney based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Richard has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Charlotte, NC
- Experience
- over 36 years
- Known for
- Environmental · General · Litigation
- Handles Environmental, General, and Litigation matters from Charlotte, NC.
- Over 36 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Richard Edwin Morton: Richard Edwin Morton is an attorney based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Richard has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Richard Edwin Morton
Richard concentrates on environmental, general, litigation, personal injury, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Environmental cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Richard takes environmental matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
General cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Richard takes general matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Richard takes litigation matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Richard takes personal injury matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Charlotte, North Carolina
Richard takes real estate matters in Charlotte, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Richard Edwin Morton — Over 36 years of North Carolina environmental experience
Richard Edwin Morton is an attorney based in Charlotte, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Litigation. Richard has over 36 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Richard Edwin Morton is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust & trade law, environmental and toxic tort litigation and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Guilford College in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years. Richard practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Charlotte, NC.
Richard's approach to environmental cases
Mr. Richard Edwin Morton is a lawyer practicing real estate, antitrust & trade law, environmental and toxic tort litigation and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from Guilford College in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years. Richard practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Charlotte, NC.
Clients Richard works with
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and litigation matters in Charlotte and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Richard Edwin Morton's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1990
Guilford College
B.S. Geology · 1980
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
South Carolina U.S.
1991 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
1990 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.S. Geology in Guilford College.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.S. Geology in Guilford College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Richard Edwin Morton
Richard has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Richard Edwin Morton's office in Charlotte
Richard's primary office is at One Wells Fargo Ctr., 301 S. College St., Ste. 3500, Charlotte, NC, 28202-6037. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP
One Wells Fargo Ctr., 301 S. College St., Ste. 3500
Charlotte, NC 28202-6037
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Client reviews of Richard Edwin Morton — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Richard. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing environmental attorneys in Charlotte.
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How to hire Richard Edwin Morton — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Richard
Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Richard Edwin Morton
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple environmental matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Charlotte?
Richard is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Richard?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new environmental clients right now?
Richard's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Environmental attorneys serving Charlotte, Raleigh and Durham in North Carolina
Richard handles environmental matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified environmental attorneys in that community.
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