Hendersonville Lightning, Cooper appoints Hendersonville attorney to District Court bench

Trellis Law, Edward J. Marshall

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.

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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. 