Mrs. Addie Marie Pratt - Attorney

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Addie Pratt attended Mary Baldwin University and earned a law degree from the University of Georgia. She lives in Laurinburg.

Addie is currently the Clerk of Court for Scotland County.

Addie Pratt (Scotland County Clerk of Superior Court, North Carolina, candidate 2026)

Addie's campaign for Scotland County Clerk of Superior Court is her first run for public office.

Addie has worked as an attorney since 2003.

- Addie has worked as an attorney since 2003.

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As of January 2, 2026, Addie Pratt did not have a website or any information online.

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Philip McRae: Clerk of court abilities proven while in the job

Philip is originally from Scotland County. He earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Pembroke State University and his law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law. Philip is a lifelong member of Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church and lives with his wife, Gail, and their three children in Scotland County.

Philip previously worked as a self-employed attorney. He previously worked as a farm laborer, construction laborer, and grocery store employee.

W. Philip McRae previously ran for Scotland County Clerk of Superior Court in 2022 but did not win.

Philip McRae currently serves as the clerk of Superior Court for Scotland County. He was first elected in 2008 abd won re-election in 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022.

Philip McRae earned his law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law. He previously worked as a self-employed attorney for 26 years. He is a certified legal arbitrator and a trained Superior Court mediator.

- Philip McRae earned his law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law. He previously worked as a self-employed attorney for 26 years. He is a certified legal arbitrator and a trained Superior Court mediator.

McRae oversees court operations in Scotland County, including the processing of court records and case filings. 

- McRae oversees court operations in Scotland County, including the processing of court records and case filings. 

He manages an office that processes millions of dollars annually in court-related funds. He said staffing levels were reduced due to budget cuts, limiting the office’s capacity to handle increased workloads during the eCourts transition. He framed administrative changes as necessary to keep the court system functioning sustainably with reduced resources.

- He manages an office that processes millions of dollars annually in court-related funds. He said staffing levels were reduced due to budget cuts, limiting the office’s capacity to handle increased workloads during the eCourts transition. He framed administrative changes as necessary to keep the court system functioning sustainably with reduced resources.

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W. Philip McRae

W. Philip McRae is originally from Scotland County. He earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Pembroke State University and his law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law. Philip is a lifelong member of Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church and lives with his wife, Gail, and their three children in Scotland County.

Philip currently serves as the clerk of Superior Court for Scotland County. He was first elected in 2008 abd won re-election in 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022.

- McRae oversees court operations in Scotland County, including the processing of court records and case filings. He described managing the rollout of North Carolina’s eCourts system, which disrupted court operations and caused significant delays and backlogs. He implemented administrative changes to maintain office safety, reduce gridlock, and stabilize court services during the transition.

As of January 2, 2026, W. Philip McRae’s website did not contain information on this issue.

The Clerk of Superior Court is elected in each county through a partisan election for a four-year term. The Clerk has five main responsibilities:
- Probate Judge: Handles 46 types of actions, including managing estates, guardianship proceedings, and appointing personal representatives.
- Court Administrator: Oversees the administration of the court.
- Record Keeper: Files, processes, and maintains all cases and documents submitted to the court.
- Financial Manager: Manages the collection, investment, and distribution of money from court fees and traffic citations.
- Employee Manager: Supervises a team ranging from 5 to over 200 employees.


Oversees the county's probate court, judicial administration, records, and finances.

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