Hendersonville Lightning, Cooper appoints Hendersonville attorney to District Court bench

James earned his bachelor's degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and his law degree from Charlotte School of Law.

Prior to becoming a judge, James worked as an attorney at the law firm Carr, Blackwell & Associates.

Edward James Marshall is currently District Court Judge for Judicial District 42. He was appointed in 2023 to fill the vacancy created by a retiring judge.

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As an attorney at Carr, Blackwell & Associates, James handled criminal defense and family law cases, researched and drafted legal documents, and helped clients pursue personal injury claims.

As a state district court judge, James oversees civil, juvenile, and misdemeanor criminal cases.

- As an attorney at Carr, Blackwell & Associates, James handled criminal defense and family law cases, researched and drafted legal documents, and helped clients pursue personal injury claims.
- As a state district court judge, James oversees civil, juvenile, and misdemeanor criminal cases.

Legal Experience

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

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James Marshall

- 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. 