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Andrew received his bachelor's degree from North Carolina Wesleyan University and his law degree from Campbell University.

Andrew previously worked as an attorney in private practice.

Andrew Wigmore currently serves as the District Court Judge in Judicial District 3B. He was first elected in 2020 and is serving his first term.

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As a state district court judge, he oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, rules in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorizes naturalization procedures, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.

As an attorney in private practice, he researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family, civil, and criminal law.

- As a state district court judge, he oversees all felony, probate, and civil cases, rules in all civil actions against the state seeking financial payment, authorizes naturalization procedures, and exercises authority to review and correct the rulings of lower courts.
- As an attorney in private practice, he researched, drafted, and filed legal documents, and provided defense and counsel to clients, specializing in family, civil, and criminal law.

Legal Experience

North Carolina Lawyers Weekly

Was reprimanded while in private practice for misstating the deadline by which a client had to complete community service and failing to notify about a continuance.

- Was reprimanded while in private practice for misstating the deadline by which a client had to complete community service and failing to notify about a continuance.

Ethics & Conduct

As of June 14, 2024, Andrew Wigmore did not have a website or any information online.

Judicial Administration

Judicial Philosophy

Community Involvement

Andrew Wigmore

- District Court judges hear civil, criminal, and juvenile cases. Civil cases dealing with divorce, child custody, and child support are heard in District Court. 
- Under the District Court, the magistrate can try small claims cases ($10,000 or less), landlord eviction cases, and suits for recovery of personal property. A magistrate is an independent judicial officer, recognized by the North Carolina Constitution as an officer of the district court. 
- District Court Judges are elected for a four-year term. Elections are partisan. 