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Wilmington Has 94 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 833 Reviews

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Residential Real Estate, Family

Review: "This woman is amazing. She is honest, upfront about what you will get and wont get. Plays her cards very creative. We love her. We owe everything we have to her. Christine! We will never forget you!"

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615 Princess St, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Alimony and more

Bio: Cindy has lived and practiced law in the Wilmington area for more than 15 years.She began her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney and has extensive trial experience. She formed herown law practice in 2003 and focuses on the areas of fam...

Rating: 8.0

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Wilmington, NC

Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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718 Market St, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Class Action, Litigation and more

Review: "After a DWI arrest I was referred to Alex Hall by few different people who had successful outcomes in their cases and highly recommended Mr. Hall. I was advised he's the best and the guy you want. After an apeal in district court we lost a motion ..."

Rating: 7.1

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Whitley Coleman, PLLC
703 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

Review: "I hired Ms. Whitley to help me , after speaking with many Attorneys. Her price was reasonable and her knowledge of what could be done with my case was just awesome. She made no promises but was able to obtain what was in the best interest of me. E..."

Rating: 6.8

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Shotwell Law Group
115 N. 6th Street, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Bio: Criminal Defense attorney at Shotwell Law Group.

Rating: 7.9

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P. O. Box 2233, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI

Review: "I got a drinking ticket downtown in Wilmington. A friend suggested I call Deaver Law Firm. Mr. Deaver was so nice and his assistant was too :) I hope I don't get another ticket for anything, but if I do, I'm totally calling them."

Rating: 7.6

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Jordan M. Duhe, Attorney at Law
313 Walnut Street, Suite 111, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

Bio: Jordan M. Duhe was born in Salisbury, Maryland. Ms. Duhe graduated with the highest honors from Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina in 2010. Ms. Duhe received her Juris Doctorate from Washington and Lee University, School of Law.

Rating: 7.0

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Law Office of Jason Vaughn, PLLC
5552 Suite B Carolina Beach Road, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Review: "My daughter, a graduate of UNCW, had a legal issue that could have had a devastating impact on her life and career. Dawn gave us wise counsel and excellent legal advice. The results were wonderful for my daughter with the case being dismissed. I w..."

Rating: 7.3

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Tin Fulton Walker & Owen
228 N Front St Ste 201, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Employment & Labor and more

Review: "From the initial consultation with Katherine Lewis Parker, she told me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. She treated me as a person and not just a client. From start to finish, she was everything I could have asked for in an attorn..."

Rating: 8.4

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Nagle & Associates, P.A.
18 S Water St, Suite 4, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident and more

Former Claims Adjuster - Former Insurance Defense Lawyer We only handle vehicle injury cases!

Rating: 7.2

Carl B. Nagle's Website

110 N 5th Ave, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "We Highly Recommended Frank Jones Wilmington NC. He was knowledgeable and fare. Helped us out with a complex case which consist and multiple counts. Not only Traffic Violations, I would recommend Mr. Jones for any Criminal Justice, Personal Injury..."

Rating: 6.8

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321 N Front St, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "He helped me obtain my NC license after it was put on hold due to issues with my California Drivers license. He recommended some resolutions to help straighten out any California issues. I was then able to obtain my drivers license in NC after th..."

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4022 Shipyard Boulevard, Suite 101, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Bankruptcy & Debt, Business

Review: "To say that I was panicked and hit below bottom before I called Chris would be an understatement. When I finally got the courage to call I was treated with the utmost respect and care. From the moment Susan answered the phone, I knew I was in good..."

Rating: 6.8

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Dram Tree Law - Office of Cecilia A. Reyna
321 N. Front Street, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI

Bio: Experienced, aggressive and passionate trial attorney in both family and criminal law. My previous work as a public defender taught me to merge high volume and zealous advocacy. My previous service as a Combat Medic in the United States Army helpe...

Rating: 6.1

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The Wagoner Law Firm, PLLC
401 Chestnut Street, Suite K, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: It is rare to find a highly accessible criminal justice lawyer who also obtains jury trial experience. Attorney J. Merritt Wagoner has both, and more. He earned his J.D. from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2004, and soon applied his knowled...

Rating: 6.8

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Mason & Mason, Attorneys at Law
514 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more

Bio: I am passionate about serving as a voice for those in need, and I look forward to serving you. Since becoming an attorney, I have zealously advocated for my clients in the areas of criminal defense and family law. My criminal practice includes fel...

Rating: 6.4

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Mason and Mason
514 Princess St., Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 6 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, General Practice and more

Review: "Sarah was fantastic from beginning to end. A friend and former client referred me to the practice. From the beginning Sarah's confidence and calm demeanor let me know that I was in good hands. While she obviously did a fantastic job legally there ..."

Rating: 6.7

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Law Firm of Christina Rivenbark & Associates
4009 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more

Bio: Since 1987, attorney Christina Rivenbark has been building a reputation for passion, skill and integrity in areas of the law that matter to everyday, hardworking individuals and families. Under her leadership, our dedicated legal team handles crim...

Rating: 6.6

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Shotwell Law Group, PLLC
115 N. 6th Street, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Bio: I practice criminal defense in New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick Counties. I represent defendants ranging with charges from 1st degree murder, rape, violent crimes, drug trafficking, to driving while impaired, driving while license revoked and ot...

Rating: 8.1

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Law Firm of Christina Rivenbark & Associates
4009 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI, Juvenile Law and more

Review: "Thank you for handling my DUI. You are great!"

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