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Adam W. Arthur
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Elon University
Adam W. Arthur is a skilled and seasoned trial lawyer with the law firm of Arthur & Kirkman PLLC located in downtown Greensboro, NC. Adam widely recognized as a leader in litigation, mediation, and arbitration.
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Bradley Hodgins
Wadesboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina School of Law
Whether you have been charged with a traffic infraction or are being accused of a major felony, you need someone whose first concern is your best interests. With Brad K. Hodgins, Attorney at Law, you can rest assured that your case will be thoroughly reviewed. Our law offices in Wadesboro, North Carolina are conveniently located directly across the street from the courthouse. Brad knows that no case is minor if it is your case. You can count on Brad to handle your case with the personal attention you deserve. Feel free to to learn more about how Brad...
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Walter Aden Wilkie
Jacksonville, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 26 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
U.S. Armys Judge Advocate Legal Center and School and Willamette University College of Law
Aden Wilkie, managing partner of the Wilkie Law Firm, represents members of the various branches of the U. S. military throughout the United States. He also represents criminal defendants throughout southeastern North Carolina. Before starting the Wilkie Law Firm, Aden served 22 years in the United States Marine Corps.
While in the Marines, Aden was known for his unwavering integrity and tenacious personality that translated into many successes both in and outside the courtroom. He has extensive experience in representing clients in a wide variety of military and federal matters.
Aden has the experience to understand that while some cases may call...
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Steven Matthew Laird
Jacksonville, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Campbell Law School
Steven Matthew Laird has been licensed to practice law in North Carolina since August 2009. Mr. Laird's practice areas include criminal and civil litigation. Mr. Laird has experience defending Class C and lower felonies and defends all classes of misdemeanors, DWIs, probation violations and all other traffic offenses. He has also done court appointed work In Onslow and Pender Counties since he started practicing law. His court appointed work includes Class B1 and lower felony cases, all classes of misdemeanors, DWIs, probation violations (misdemeanor and felony), juvenile delinquency, domestic violence cases, and misdemeanor appeals. Mr. Laird handles cases in...
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John J. Barrow
Kernersville, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 33 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Campbell University
John Barrow has 27 years of Trial Experience in District and Superior Court in Piedmont North Carolina, Primarily Forsyth County, Kernersville and Winston Salem, NC. John is a relentless advocate inside and outside the courtroom. Enjoys an excellent reputation among the Forsyth County Bar and clients alike. Aggressive, knowledgeable and effective. Award winning Criminal Defense. Publishes an annual Law Calendar addressing DWI and Criminal laws and issues in trials and sentencing. Prior life - Grocery store manager, carpenter, mechanic, restaurateur, Racer. Enjoys - Life, Wife and Family - Plans and Projects. ...
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Grayson Cheek
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
North Carolina Central University
For the last ten years I have dedicated myself and my practice to fighting for my clients who have been accused of criminal misdeeds and for others who have been injured by someone else's negligence. I am in the courtroom most every day fighting for my clients, whether they have been charged with DWI or drug offenses or major felonies. I also stand up to the insurance companies who may not want to pay what you deserve after being injured. I have helped my clients navigate through some of the toughest and most trying times of their lives. I am...
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Shahzad Khan
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 6 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Elon University School of Law
Shahzad Khan, a native of Pakistan, has put down roots in High Point, North Carolina, where he serves the legal needs of his community and the residents of the surrounding counties of the Triad.
A former business owner and manager of a used car dealership, Shahzad earned a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina – Greensboro. Shahzad then went on to pursue his Juris Doctor, which he received from Elon University School of Law.
Shahzad made the decision to pursue a legal career when he saw a need for accessible, efficient, and affordable representation in...
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James Byers
Winston-Salem, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 30 years of experience
(336) 727-1070
105 West Fourth Street
Suite 400
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Wake Forest University School of Law
James Darren (J.D.) Byers jdbyershs Education Wake Forest U, JD, 1992 The Citadel, BA, 1989 Bar Admissions North Carolina State Bar All Federal Courts in North Carolina Biography Practicing in North Carolina since 1994, J.D. Byers is an attorney dedicated to serving clients in legal practice areas where he has strong qualifications and experience. A diligent and aggressive criminal defender, he looks at all defense angles, visits scenes of accidents when necessary, and communicates actively with clients. His track record includes success in both state and federal courts, on offenses ranging from traffic...
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James Franklin Rutherford
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Michigan State University
James F. Rutherford is a North Carolina native and graduate of the Michigan State University School of Law. He is genuinely passionate about advocating for the rights of the accused and guiding them through the criminal justice system. He is a highly rated attorney who earned an AV Preeminent® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell® for his legal ethics and talent and named a Super Lawyers® Rising Star™ from 2013-2015. James received certification as a criminal law specialist by the North Carolina State Bar in 2011 and is certified to administer standardized field sobriety tests.
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Nikol Litvan
Jacksonville, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina School of Law
Minick Law brings you more than an attorney. You get a defense team.
Being charged with a crime in North Carolina is stressful, especially when you are trying to figure out where to start. I work hard to listen to and understand each of my client's situations to get them the information they need to make the right decisions about moving forward with their case and most importantly, get their life back on track.
I am an attorney in Minick Law's Jacksonville office and have successfully completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's course on DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety...
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Wendy Smith
Archdale, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Family
After a failed marriage of 26 years, 5 children and a two year custody battle; I knew becoming a family lawyer was my dream.
I have been a nurse since 1991, I spent the first years of my career delivering babies at Forsyth Hospital. After 5 years, I discovered that I really wanted to be at home with my children and I started a Nursing Triage Company that now operates in almost 1/2 of the United States.
I had the perfect life, a company that was successful and allowed me to be a mom. Then; my life was turned upside...
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Mark V.L. Gray
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 43 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Attorney Mark V.L. Gray, founder of the North Carolina law firm of Gray Legal Group has been practicing law since 1982.
Our founding lawyers are trusted in the legal community and are members of many prestigious organizations. Mark V.L. Gray is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a group that is limited only to those who have recovered many millions of dollars for victims of negligence, as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). We are respected by our peers for our diligence in standing up for the rights of our clients.
Attorney Grays’ longevity means that...
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Rachel Stariha
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Elon University
Rachel is a born and raised Richmond, Virginia native. She attended James Madison University, where she received her undergraduate degree, including Bachelor of Arts degrees in both International Relations and Arabic Language. After graduating from college, she worked for one year as a paralegal at an elder law firm in the Midlothian area, which solidified her desire to attend law school.
Rachel attended law school at Elon University School of Law, in Greensboro, North Carolina, where she received her Juris Doctor degree in 2017. During law school, Rachel had the opportunity to serve as an intern to the Honorable David J....
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Michael Fradin
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
We at Dummit Fradin are proud to work alongside Attorney Michael S. Fradin in providing legal representation of the highest caliber to our clients. His areas of practice include criminal law and sports law. Well-versed about DUI laws and how to defend accused drivers, he furthered his knowledge by completing a DWI Detection and SFST Training Program with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. He has also spoken on DWI at various seminars. When it comes to protecting the rights of the men and women we represent, he lets nothing stand in his way. He works diligently to obtain the...
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David Everette Sherrill
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law
Former District Court Judge. General Practice, Criminal Law and Family Law Attorney in Guilford County, Greensboro, North Carolina, handling District and Superior Court Litigation.
At the Law Office of David E. Sherrill, we provide the best possible legal services to clients needing help in Greensboro, High Point, and throughout Guilford County, North Carolina. If you’re looking for the best lawyer to help with your criminal, traffic, juvenile, divorce or other family law case, please consider us as your 1st choice. We work with you to achieve the best possible results, no matter your legal issue. With a strong...
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Woodberry Bowen
Lumberton, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina School of Law
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E. Clarke Dummit
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Insurance Claims and Traffic Tickets
Wake Forest University School of Law
Mr. Dummit is an aggressive trial attorney who has earned a reputation for successfully and professionally representing his clients in the courtroom. He routinely represents clients with charges varying from Driving While Impaired to Drug Trafficking in criminal courts. Mr. Dummit also litigates for victims in cases ranging from simple auto negligence to medical malpractice and wrongful death cases. He has focused his practice in actual courtroom litigation for 20 years and has had extensive experience in district and superior courts, and in both State and Federal Courts. Mr. Dummit has taught seminars to other attorneys on civil and criminal...
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Leah Marie Shellberg
Asheboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 11 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Elon University School of Law
Leah Shellberg is a highly skilled and experienced trial attorney in Asheboro, North Carolina focusing on all areas of family law, as well as criminal defense and immigration matters. Ms. Shellberg appears in court weekly for her clients, and has an impressive record of success in even highly contentious family law matters. Although she is a fierce and zealous advocate in the courtroom, Leah Shellberg prioritizes exceptionally compassionate and kind client service. Ms. Shellberg practices in Randolph, Guilford, Forsyth, and Montgomery counties, and is currently accepting new clients in the areas of family law/divorce, criminal defense, and...
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Stephanie Goldsborough
Asheboro, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Campbell Law School
Stephanie Goldsborough is a proven leader in the field of criminal defense, with a remarkable record in public legal service. After graduating with honors from Salem College, Stephanie received her J.D. from Campbell Law School. Stephanie began her sixteen-year legal career by dedicating her time and considerable talents to helping the less fortunate during their most trying times, in her work with both Legal Aid and the Public Defender’s office. A public servant to her core, Stephanie served as a domestic violence attorney for Legal Aid of Northwest North Carolina, where she litigated 50B actions and custody manners,...
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Chad Douglas Garrett
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Chad Garrett, a former prosecutor, is a founding partner of Garrett, Walker, Aycoth and Olson, a firm that seeks to help clients navigate criminal cases, personal injury matters, family law cases, and business and civil litigation issues. Mr. Garrett concentrates on criminal law, traffic tickets and DWI trials. He is the author of the NCBAR Association's "ABC's of Criminal Court," and "ABCs of Traffic Law," among other publications. He teaches regularly on the topic of DWI trials. Mr. Garrett and his partners pride themselves on returning every call, everyday, and are always here to help. ...
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James L. Jordan
Greenville, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 1 year of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law and I have since dedicated my career to various areas of law including Criminal Law, Family Law, Landlord-Tenant issues, Civil Litigation, and Business Formation. As a trial attorney, I firmly believe in the power of trials to reveal the truth, which I consider the most formidable tool in the quest for justice. "Trials expose the truth and the truth is the greatest weapon in the pursuit of justice." I am committed to advocating fiercely on your behalf and ensuring that your interests are protected at all...
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James L. Allard Jr.
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 39 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
James L Allard Jr. is an experienced attorney dedicated to serving his clients in the greater Wilmington, North Carolina area and beyond. Admitted to bar in 1986, Mr. Allard is an AV-Rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell, and has been named Top 100 Trial Lawyers / National Trial Lawyers. Practice areas include: DWI defense, traffic law, DMV hearings, drug offenses, property crimes, violent crimes, sexual assaults, felonies, misdemeanors, trials in all federal and state courts, white collar crime. Visit his website for more information and call for a free consultation!
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Jason Scott Smith
Winston-Salem, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer
(336) 992-3600
1605 Westbrook Plaza Drive
Suite 303
Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Florida Coastal School of Law
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Haywood "Woody" White III
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 30 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Insurance Claims and Traffic Tickets
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Haywood "Woody" White III is a former North Carolina State Senator and experienced trial attorney. His is a Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law, and has twice been awarded a member of the "Legal Elite" by Buisness, North Carolina Magazine.
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Craig Principe
Winston-Salem, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 12 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Education and Medical Malpractice
Wake Forest University School of Law
For six years, Craig worked for the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of North Carolina. As an Assistant United States Attorney, he was responsible for conducting criminal investigations and prosecuting cases in federal court.
Craig handled cases involving armed robberies, bank robberies, firearms offenses, firearms trafficking and straw purchasing, drug trafficking, drug conspiracies, money laundering, communicating interstate threats, cyberstalking, and assaults on federal officers. As the district’s National Security / Anti-Terrorism Advisory Council Coordinator for two years, he was responsible for investigating violations of federal crimes involving national security, domestic violent extremism, domestic terrorism, and energy facility and...
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Richard Clarke Speaks
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 27 years of experience
902 Market St
Wilmington, NC 28401
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
Campbell University
Wilmington, NC Lawyer R. Clarke Speaks practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal defense. He has achieved National Recognition through AVVO and Superlawyers. Specifically, he has attained a rating of "10.0" out of a maximum score of 10.0 on AVVO. In addition, he is rated "Superb". Superb is the highest possible rating. He has earned the "Top Car Accident Attorney" designation. In addition, R. Clarke Speaks has been selected to the Superlawyers for the second consecutive year for his work in the legal field of personal injury law. Recently, Mr. Speaks...
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Atiya Simone' Clark
Greensboro, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law
The Law Firm of Atiya Clark serves clients in Guilford, Alamance, Randolph, Rockingham, Forsyth, Davidson, Chatham, Caswell, and Orange County. Attorney Atiya Clark focuses on traffic tickets, DWI/DUI, misdemeanors, felonies, expungements, driver's license restoration, and legal name change.
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Leslie Robinson
Greenville, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer
(252) 758-4100
1510 East Arlington Boulevard
Suite A
Greenville, NC 27858
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Campbell University
If you have been accused of a criminal offense in Greenville or the surrounding areas, please contact Attorney Leslie S. Robinson of the Robinson Law Firm, P.A. With over 25 years of experience, Attorney Robinson is a valuable legal advocate to have on your side during these types of situations. He has tried over 2,500 bench and jury trials and has been able to successfully defend countless types of cases. Whether you have been accused of a drug crime, DWI, a traffic offense, or a probation violation, you can rely on Leslie Robinson and his team for the aggressive defense...
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Danny Earl Britt Jr
Lumberton, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 21 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Danny Earl Britt, Jr., enlisted in the North Carolina National Guard as a private while he was still attending high school in Tar Heel, NC. Following high school he attended Appalachian State University where he walked on and played football graduating Magna Cum Laude in Boone, North Carolina with a B.S. in Political Science and concentration in pre-legal studies. After graduation, Danny immediately enrolled in law school in Oklahoma. Following law school Danny joined a firm in Elizabethtown North Carolina working for a few years before taking a job with the Robeson County District Attorney's office. Danny served...
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Grant Stephen Scheuring
Oxford, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Elon University School of Law
In my years of practice as an attorney, I've learned that everyone wants to be heard and everyone wants to be respected. I take pride in my work and care about my clients. You can learn more about me by reading the reviews that clients have posted about my work. My law firm is focused on misdemeanors, lower level felonies, DWI, and traffic offenses. Call anytime for a free consultation.
BAR ADMISSION:
North Carolina (2011)
MEMBERSHIPS:
North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA)
EDUCATION:
Elon University, School of Law, Juris Doctorate
UNC-Chapel Hill, Bachelor of Arts
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Robert Dean Craig
Graham, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 36 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce and Family
Samford University
I have practiced law for 29 years and have over that time handled thousands of cases in court. My practice focus is Family Law cases involving child custody, grandparent and third-party custody, divorce, alimony and property distribution.
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Robert Brian Cloninger
Henderson, NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 18 years of experience
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Estate Planning and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law
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Thomas Smothers
High Point, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
Thomas W. Smothers offers the necessary expertise to negotiate with the State regarding your charges. When prosecutors are forced to deal with our firm, they realize that we have what it takes to go to trial. Keeping this in mind, Attorney Smothers is always able to negotiate from a position of strength.
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Kevin Heckart
Jacksonville, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Drake University Law School
Kevin E. Heckart was born in Des Moines, Iowa in 1961. After graduating from Wentworth Military Academy he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves in the Spring of 1979. Kevin then continued to serve in the USMCR achieving the rank of Corporal while attending Drake University (B.A. – 1983). Before graduating from college, Kevin was accepted into the PLC program for prospective Marine Officers, completed the training and was Commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in May, 1983.
After college Kevin attended Drake Law School (J.D. – 1985) and, upon graduation, the Basic School for Marine Officers in Quantico, Virginia and further...
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Daniel James McCrorie
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, Family and Personal Injury
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
As a dedicated attorney with experience in personal injury, family law, and criminal defense, I understand that legal challenges can be overwhelming and life-altering. Whether you’re recovering from an accident, navigating difficult family transitions, or facing criminal charges, I am here to provide compassionate, strategic guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
Serving Wilmington, North Carolina, and the greater New Hanover, and Brunswick Counties, I bring years of experience as an Assistant District Attorney in Brunswick, Bladen, and Columbus Counties, offering a unique perspective on each case. From securing fair compensation in personal injury cases to advocating for clients in...
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Derek M. Gray
Winston Salem, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law
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Hayes Mann
Wilmington , NC Criminal Defense Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Cannabis Law, DUI & DWI and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law
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Mr. Benjamin Will Deaver
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Asbestos, Products Liability and Traffic Tickets
I have my Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Miami, and my Juris Doctor from Thomas Cooley Law School where I was on the Dean's List, Honor Roll, and made the Law Review. I am a veteran from the United States Army. I worked for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company as a Senior Claims Adjuster handling Workers' Compensation, automobile and motorcycle accidents, and other insurance claims.
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Nestor Katsoudas
WINSTON SALEM, NC Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense, Family, Immigration and Personal Injury
North Carolina Central University School of Law
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Kelly Greene
New Bern, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense and Family
Campbell Law School
Kelly L. Greene was born in Raleigh, North Carolina. Kelly attended high school at Woodberry Forest School in Virginia. He attended Wake Forest University where he earned a B.A. in English in 1996. He attended law school at Campbell University and received a J.D. in 1999.
Kelly was admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 1999. Kelly is a member of the Craven County Bar Association, serving as its President in 2003-2004. He is a member of the United States Eastern District of North Carolina, Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, the North Carolina Bar Association, and North Carolina Advocates for...