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Waynesville Has 80 Attorneys with 124 Reviews

Gilligan Law, PLLC.
258 N. Main Street, Ste. D, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 11 years

Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody and more

Bio: Robert Gilligan was raised in Waynesville, NC, and earned an honorable discharge from the U.S. Air Force in 2009. Robert attended Wayne State University Law School in Detroit, MI, where he was highly involved in the University’s law student groups...

Rating: 9.9

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One Sharpe Lawyer
721 N. Main St., Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Real Estate, Land Use & Zoning, Litigation and more

Bio: Martha Bradley is a Tar Heel born and bred, growing up in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, and has been practicing law since 2012. Her practice focuses on civil litigation at the trial and appellate level. The cornerstone to Martha’s legal practice ...

Rating: 10

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Nielsen Legal
413 Walnut Street, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Family and more

Bio: Joshua Nielsen was raised in Henderson County, North Carolina and attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington for his undergraduate Degree where he majored in History and English. He graduated at the top of his class and department and re...

Rating: 8.5

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Mosley Law Firm, P.C.
160 N. Main St. Ste. 12, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Bio: Few things in life are as stressful as money problems. Asking for financial advice feels nearly impossible. When things seem especially out of hand, it’s hard to know if it’s time to file for bankruptcy. I’m here to tell you that debt happens to g...

Rating: 8.6

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Kenan Lee Isitt, Attorney at Law
89 Waynesville Plaza #1023, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice

Bio: I have practiced law since 2004 and tried more than 25 cases to a jury verdict. I have represented persons accused of crimes ranging from driving with a license suspended to murder, along with a general practice.

Rating: 8.6

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Cannon Law, P.C.
1433 South Main Street, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Lawsuits & Disputes, Business and more

Bio: Bill Cannon is a native of Leesburg, Georgia and has been practicing law for more than 35 years. He focuses his practice in the area of civil litigation and has extensive experience in complex litigation. Bill enjoys working closely with his clien...

Rating: 9.9

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160 North Main Street, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Drug Crime, Cannabis Law and more

Review: "As someone who does not know their way around the legal system, I am certainly glad that I hired Andy. Not only was he very responsive, but he was so kind and considerate of my situation. It was nice to have a lawyer who was so willing to help and..."

Rating: 6.9

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Frank G. Queen, PLLC
154 N. Main St., Ste. 2, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 49 years

Practice Areas: Appeals, Lawsuits & Disputes, Real Estate and more

Rating: 7.5

Call for a consultation (828) 944-9238

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Wenzel & Wenzel
166 Branner Ave., Ste. A, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts and more

Bio: Sarah Wenzel is an attorney who handles estate planning, including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and other related documents. She also handles probate and estates, as well as guardianships, with the court proceedings and account...

Rating: 7.3

Call for a consultation (828) 944-9030

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28 Walnut St Ste 9, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Review: "I hired Danya to help get custody of my three children, and she fought hard for me. The divorce process is tough, and not only is it emotionally difficult and physically draining. The actual legal process itself is simply unchartered territory for..."

Rating: 6.5

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Wenzel & Wenzel, Attorneys at Law
166 Branner Ave., Ste. A, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Real Estate, Commercial, Residential and more

Rating: 7.1

Call for a consultation (828) 492-3809

Derek M. Wenzel's Website

370 N. Main Street, Suite 300, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Litigation, Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: John Ammons is a Waynesville native and returned home to practice. He enjoys each opportunity to appear in court and focuses his practice in the areas of civil litigation, criminal law, and family law. John is a member of First Baptist Church and ...

Rating: 7.0

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1085 N Main St, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 17 years

Review: "Johnathan was very very helpful for me in my situation that was very stressful. He was very quick to get my court situation completed and done! I would use him again or refer him definitely to a good friend. He was very informative and worked and ..."

Rating: 6.4

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Law Office of Nathan Earwood
388 S Main Street, Ste 2, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more

Review: "My name is Derrick Wilson and I hired Mr. Phelps 2 years ago for a 3 time DUI and today I walked outta court 3/12/2025. Case dismissed I highly recommend Mr. Phelps to represent you and your charges in the State of North Carolina. A wonderful man ..."

Rating: 6.3

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Mace Legal Services
854 N. Main Street, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Immigration, Native Peoples Law

Review: "I have witnessed Melanie help and change the lives of many people. She is incredibly knowledgeable and honest. She gives 100% in each individual case, and cares about her clients. A very rememberable, inspirational and educational experience that ..."

Rating: 6.5

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Law Office of Nathan Earwood
1794 South Main Street, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Family, Immigration, Probate and more

Bio: Tim Lewis was raised outside of St. Louis, Missouri in a rural, farming community. He moved to greener pastures and went to law school at Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston Salem, North Carolina. After graduation, Tim moved to Western...

Rating: 7.0

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1154 Plott Creek Rd, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 36 years

Review: "Sybil by far is one of the best attorney in the WNC region. She speaks well, asks proper questions, reviews all client documentation. She does not demean client, insults client or allow client to be railroaded when the client has documentation to ..."

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675 N Main St, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 16 years

Review: "I have know Mr Sam Hyde for about 10 years. He has handled several business matters for me oner these years. He is extremely knowledgeable, ethical and compassionate. I’d rate him 10 stars if I could. You won’t find a better attorney anywhere!"

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1446 Dellwood Rd, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 22 years

Review: "Go to literally ANYONE else. This woman has absolutely no idea what she is doing. She has ZERO professionalism as well as ZERO knowledge of how to be an attorney. She is money hungry and she is heinous. "

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95 Depot St, Waynesville, NC

Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more

Review: "Very rude disrespectful loud . Will not respond to you in any form. Loves to hear himself talk. He took my case assured me I would win but he did a lot of backroom negotiating without me in the room. Then he had my counter contempt charges against..."

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