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Dorothy B. Burch
also known as Dottie Burch
About Dorothy
Biography
Smart, down to earth lawyer who genuinely cares about your matter and who can help you with you legal matters relating to your business, your real estate and your horse while being sensitive to the economic challenges presented by hiring a lawyer. Martindale AV rated lawyer and winner of many professional awards, including Leader in the Law, Top 25 Women in Business, Alumna Achievement Award, among others. Active community leader, serving on multiple boards of directors and providing significant low or no cost legal services to citizens in need, especially those in the horse industry. Guest Lecturer at NCSU, UNC and Meredith College as well as private businesses. Longtime Member of Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the North Carolina Horse Council and former Chair of the American Bar Association's Equine Subcommittee of the Animal Law Committee
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
35%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Real Estate
35%
35 years | 1,000 cases
Animal Law
20%
26 years | 250 cases
Litigation
10%
35 years | 150 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 175-400 per hour
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
2840 Plaza Place, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC, 27609-6325
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Experience
Honors
2013
Leader in Law, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2007
Alumna Career Achievement Award, Meredith College
2006
Top 25 Women in Business, Triangle Business Journal
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Partner, Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Associations
2015 - Present
National Conference on Equine LawConference Speaker
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationChair, Equine Subcommittee of Animal Law Committee
2010 - Present
North Carolina State UniversityGuest Lecturer
2009 - Present
North Carolina Horse CouncilMember, Executive Committee & Board of Directors
2005 - Present
Meredith CollegeMember, Paralegal Program Advisory Board
2000 - Present
Triangle Commercial Real Estate Women (TCREW)Member, Past Officer, Past Director
1991 - Present
Hudson Memorial Presbyterian ChurchElder & Member, Various Church Committees
2003 - 2006
Make A Wish Foundation of Eastern North CarolinaMember & Legal Counsel, Board of Directors
2001 - 2005
University of North Carolina at Chapel HillGuest Lecturer
Education
1991
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Meredith College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
National Conference on Equine Law
Equine Litigation Tips
2015
Introduction to Equine Science
Introduction to Equine law
Publications
2015
Southeast Equine Magazine
Traveling with Trigger
2015
Southeast Equine Magazine
Before You Gallop Down the Aisle...
2014
Southeast Equine Magazine
Understanding Your Farm Insurance Coverage
2014
Southeast Equine Magazine
When Buying a Horse, Think Google, Vet Exam and Trial Period
2014
Southeast Equine Magazine
Horses Do Not Sleep in the Bed With You, Right?
2014
Southeast Equine Magazine
Be Vigilant When Using a Professional Hauler for Your Horse
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Do You Really Know Your Trainer? Part One
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Again, Do You Really, Really KNOW Your Trainer? Part Two
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Possession is 9/10ths of the Law
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Yes, You Heard Correctly..Insurance Companies Can Actually Be Your Friend!
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
North Carolina's Liens for the Care of Horses
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Horses Cause Issues During Divorce
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Horse Leasing Essentials
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Drawing Blood During PrePurchase Exam Can Make Real Difference
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Extra Care Needed in Interstate Equine Transactions
2013
Southeast Equine Magazine
Give Prompt Notice or Your Insurance Claim May Be Denied
Languages
English