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Dylan W. Greenwood

Criminal defense Attorney at Winston Salem, NC

4.9   27 reviews
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  • Licensed for 10 years
    State NC
    Acquired 2013
    Status
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About Dylan

Learn Dylan’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    30%
    I fight for you! A skilled criminal defense lawyer can challenge the prosecution and help to pursue a favorable outcome. I represent clients in state/federal courts and provide every client with the personal service and attention he or she deserves.

    10 years

  2. DUI and DWI
    15%
    Even if the evidence against you seems strong, I will question everything from the stop to the field sobriety tests. I approach each DUI/DWI case using successful defense strategies that help refute the prosecution's case. I fight for you!

    10 years

  3. Federal crime
    15%
    I am well-versed in federal criminal law and prepared to handle any federal criminal defense case. I handle a broad range of federal criminal law cases. If you face federal charges, I am prepared to help you mount a strong defense. I fight hard!

    10 years

  4. Sex crime
    15%
    With me by your side, you can rest assured that I am providing effective criminal defense strategies that protect your rights and get your story told. I fight smart in order to get the best outcome possible. Your future is at stake! I fight for you!

    10 years

  5. Expungement
    10%
    People should get a second chance after making a mistake, which is why I am committed to helping people across the Winston-Salem and Triad area successfully petition the courts to have their records cleared. I will fight for your second chance!

    10 years

  6. Immigration
    10%
    Trabajamos duro para asegurarnos de que usted entienda completamente lo que el gobierno de los Estados Unidos requiere si usted está buscando el estatus de residente permanente y la ciudadanía. Lo guiaremos a través de los procedimientos complejos.

    10 years

  7. Speeding and traffic ticket
    5%
    I have considerable experience handling traffic violations. The best way to protect your driving privileges is to address a traffic violation head on. With my help, the process of protecting your driving privileges can go more smoothly and favorably.

    10 years

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I was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Growing up in the area, I was heavily involved in the community as an Eagle Scout and graduate of R.J. Reynolds High School. Following graduation from Reynolds, I attended college at Virginia Tech. A proud Hokie, I went on to earn two degrees with honors in Political Science and Economics and to become a Rhodes Scholar nominee. I returned home to attend law school at Wake Forest University, where I was the Symposium Editor for the Journal of Law and Policy. Upon graduation, I was inducted into the Order of the Barristers for excellence in courtroom advocacy due to my extensive Moot Court experience on the ABA National Appellate Advocacy and National Moot Court teams.

I am the founder and managing partner of Greenwood Law. As a criminal defense lawyer, I practice state and federal criminal law in North Carolina. With a law firm in Winston Salem, I provide skilled defense counsel to clients throughout the state. If you face criminal charges in North Carolina, it is important to consult with a knowledgeable defense lawyer before making any statements to police or prosecutors. Even seemingly harmless statements can come back to haunt you. I can help you to understand the charges you face and guide you through the criminal justice system. I can be your strong advocate in negotiation or at trial, depending on the circumstances of your case. I handle a broad range of criminal defense matters, including DUI/DWI defense, white collar crimes, drug possession charges, gun violations, criminal appeals, murder, expungements, and traffic violations.

My practice also includes family law. Though separation, divorce, and child custody can be draining, frustrating and painful, you do not have to, nor should you, go through it alone. With a caring and compassionate law firm on your side, you will learn what the laws are through simple, yet effective communication. We will separate fact from fiction, helping you to navigate and to consider important decisions that can affect your future.

Immigration law is a part of our law firm as well. We will work hard to make sure that you fully understand what the U.S. government requires if you are seeking permanent resident status and citizenship. We will guide you through the complex procedures. We also handle immigration issues related to family law.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife, son, other family members and friends. We love to travel throughout the world. I also enjoy playing golf, and giving back to the community that has given so much to me.

Awards

Client's Choice 2018,2017
Client's Choice
2018 2017

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Greenwood Law
One Salem Tower 119 Brookstown Avenue
Suite 300
Winston Salem, NC, 27101

Reviews

4.9 / 5.0
  27 customer reviews
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Client's Choice 2018
Client's Choice
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Posted by Mauricio | September 11, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Would recommend to anyone!
I hired Attorney Greenwood to represent me in a traffic citation in court. Attorney Greenwood helped me with my case; I never had to show up to court at all and he took care of everything. He told me all my options up front and managed to come up with the best option for me. All my charges were dropped. Hiring him to represent me in court was the best decision I made.
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Response from Dylan Greenwood September 12, 2017
Thank you so much, Mauricio! I am so happy for the great outcome in your case. If you or your family ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am here to help. I wish you and your family the very best!
Posted by Nick | August 18, 2017
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exceptional Attorney and Service
Mr. Greenwood is the best attorney I've had the pleasure of working with. I was amazed at the results he delivered and exceptional customer service. He and his office answered all my questions quickly and were extremely helpful. The results from my court case were far better than I expected. I recommend him to anyone needing an attorney. And he's very affordable!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood August 25, 2017
Nick - Thank you so much for the great review and the kind words written about my office staff. I have shared this with them. We are here to help and to work hard at providing the very best outcomes for our clients, so please just let us know if you ever need us or have a question - we are available 24/7. I am so happy that your case turned out well. We wish you the very best - you are a part of our family!
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Posted by Mike | September 30, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Very personable and professional
First time using this firm and they were very helpful and walked me through the process and they represented me and got the outcome we hoped for.....Everything in this matter was done over the phone so I did not lose time from work. Will use them again if needed and have told coworkers about their great service....
Response from Dylan Greenwood October 7, 2022
Thank you very much for your confidence in us! We strive to provide convenient, yet thorough, services for our clients.
Posted by America | July 29, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Absolutley Amazing Lawyer
Words can't fully express my gratitude and appreciation for Mr Dylan Greenwood. I hired Dylan in 2018 for a DWI case. Dylan was ontop of my case and kept me well informed throughout the process. Dylan and his team worked very hard to have no negative impact or points on my license. He is a very respectable, knowledgeable and honest attorney, with experience handling DWI's and other criminal matters. I'm very happy I made the decision of choosing him. I would recommend him to anyone!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood August 15, 2022
Thank you so very much for your kinda words! It was a pleasure to help you get your case dismissed.
Posted by anonymous | December 13, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Best attorney you will find
Best attorney you're likely to find. Highly competent and extremely dedicated, works hard to get you the best possible result. Incredibly responsive and truly caring every step of the way. Deserving of all the accolades they have received and more. Worth every penny. I would use them again without any reservation.
Response from Dylan Greenwood December 15, 2021
Thank you so much for your kind words! Accolades are nice, but we would much rather hear this from a client! It was our honor to assist you.
Posted by Robert | August 18, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding Attorney
Attorney Greenwood resolved my case quickly. And with a better outcome than I could have hoped for. He truly done an outstanding job.
Posted by Cassandra Manuel Fansler | June 6, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best attorney in North Carolina
I have hired Dylan Greenwood for several suits from tickets to criminal, to getting something off my credit that was not supposed to be there. The first time I hired Dylan, it was regarding a ticket. I had not one in decades and I was frantic and in tears, Dylan was patient, kind and understanding. He promptly returned my call when I was calling around for attorneys. After speaking with Dylan, I knew he was all I needed. All I had to do was take him the money or pay via phone with my debit card and I did not even have to go to court. He even paid my court fees while getting my ticket dismissed! No points on my DL, nothing. Dylan's office then sent me a formal letter via postal mail, telling me that my fines, fees were paid and the ticket had been dismissed. Dylan and his office staff treat me and my family like royalty and I want to hire Dylan, for everything because he is such a great attorney. His fees are affordable and I receive great service, and results! Dylan works extremely hard for his clients and I have grown to love and respect him. If I have a legal issue or if I want to be protected, I call DYLAN at Greenwood Law. It is wonderful to have such a High Profile, upscale, wonderful attorney in your corner like Dylan Greenwood and his staff. Cassandra Manuel Fansler Kernersville, NC
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Response from Dylan Greenwood June 9, 2021
It is our goal at Greenwood Law to provide this type of service to every client who hires us. We are glad to know we succeeded. Thank you for your kind words and best of luck with everything!
Posted by Stephanie | May 13, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding
I had a complicate situation that required a lot of attention. Dylan’s knowledge and kindness allowed me to make good decisions. Highly recommend- he is great in court.
Response from Dylan Greenwood June 9, 2021
High level courtroom advocacy is something that we work hard to provide. It was our honor to assist you through your difficult time, and we are always here for anything you may need in the future.
Posted by Clay | September 29, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Best Attorney and Law Firm in town!
MUST READ!! Where to begin?? I live on a record-clean life, had never set foot in a courtroom, other than a school field-trip in grade school. I have a successful career, a loving wife, and a growing family. We are always looking forward to our next chapters life has to offer; until one day everything got flipped upside down, when a third party decided to stir the pot. Being placed in a position, where both my wife and I could not believe we would EVER be in our lifetime, had no concept of knowing what to do, let alone being devastated of what could possibly happen if things completed its course. EVERYTHING was at stake: my career in the military, my family’s financial security, my wife’s well-being, my three kids with one on the way and their college funds, the whole nine yards, would abruptly come to an end. Phrases such as, “reasons to believe,” with ZERO concrete evidence on their end to back it up, my wife and I were in disbelief and sick to our stomachs; it was unfair and ultimately unjust. Doing HOURS of research, setting appointments with TEN different Law-Firms, who did I NEED to represent my family and I in this battle, in order to secure us moving forward? Greenwood Law, being the seventh law-firm I sat down and spoke with, stood out to me more than the rest. He was straight to the point, provided strategies he would do if he were to take my case, gave me no BS, and very affordable, (compared to the others), with High Quality Standards. So, I put my faith and trust in Attorney Greenwood himself to provide me and my family that security back into our lives rightfully so. This was pre-COVID mind you, so when the pandemic hit the US and caused the courthouses to shut down, did he? While my hearing continued to get pushed and pushed, it took over 13 months to commence, Greenwood Law and his team NEVER stopped. Not ONCE did they ever ease off the throttle and ENDED my heavy-burden with a case DISMISSED before the actual hearing!! Greenwood Law and his team are relentless and very persistent in completing their cases with the most positive outcome, REGARDLESS what obstacles/challenges get in the way. I truly believe Greenwood Law has your BEST interest at heart, like they did mine, and will go to battle for you with whatever situation you are in! For ANYONE who is in need, stop your research now and go talk with Greenwood Law before making your final decision; it may be the BEST decision you will ever make!
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Posted by Jackie | January 23, 2019
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| Hired Attorney
Excellent Attorney
We are extremely satisfied with his knowledge and experience to resolving an issue my sister had. I am very impressed with the way he handle the case and I highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | October 4, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
Dylan Greenwood is a great lawyer. I recently had the pleasure of working with him. He is articulate, knowledgeable, caring and efficient. He is able to put you at ease and takes time to explain things while guiding you through the legal process with ease. He is well versed in the practice of law and I will definitely be using him again if the need arises. I would recommend him to anyone!
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Posted by Shane | September 6, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
I had a citation for failure to slow down/change lanes when passing a emergency vehicle. Mr. Greenwood went to court for me and got the citation dismissed. He got the best possible outcome to happen and I can’t be happier!
Response from Dylan Greenwood September 16, 2018
Shane, thank you so much for this great review. I am so happy that your case was dismissed. Anytime you need me, please just let me know. Best regards, Attorney Greenwood
Posted by Kevin | July 19, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
I recently had the pleasure to have a consultation and resolution with a personal matter that Dylan was able to sort out. Dylan was hired to take care of a traffic offense. Dylan Greenwood was quick to take action and resolved my offense with an agreeable resolution for all parties. Dylan and his staff have great communication with their clients (myself) and were very helpful in attaining a quick resolution. Thank you!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood September 16, 2018
Wow, Kevin! Thank you so much for the great review. I have shared this with my staff as well. They work really hard to help our clients - just as our attorneys do. I will be available any time that you need me or have a question. I am happy that everything turned out well. Best regards, Attorney Greenwood
Posted by Bobby | May 21, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Outstanding Attorney
Called Mr.Greenwood to help my family with a Deed Change and got it done in just a short time at a great rate. Very professional, very helpful, extremely knowledgeable.
Response from Dylan Greenwood September 16, 2018
Bobby, thank you so much for writing this review. I was happy to help you and your family. If you need me in the future, please just give me a call. I am happy to help and so is my staff. Best regards, Attorney Greenwood
Posted by Akhtar | May 16, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
BEST LAWYER IN NC
MR. GREENWOOD IS THE BEST LAWER IN NC , HE HELPED ME WHEN MY CASE WAS REJECTED BY 2 OTHER ATTORNEY, SINCE MY CASE WAS 9 YEARS OLD AND COMPLICATED, HE KEPT ME UPDATED EVERY STEP OF THE WAY AND IS VERY REASONABLE WITH HIS FEES, I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE WHO WANT THE BEST ATTORNEY ON THEIR SIDE , HE IS MY HELPING ANGEL. THANKS A MILLION FOR YOUR HELP MR GREENWOOD.
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Response from Dylan Greenwood September 16, 2018
Akhtar, I greatly appreciate this review. You were so kind to me and my staff, so it was easy to help. All of this was very complicated, but I am thrilled that it has been worked out. If you ever need us, please remember that we are a phone call or email away. I wish you the very best - Attorney Greenwood
Posted by anonymous | May 5, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend
Dylan W. Greenwood is talented and dedicated. He helped me with a family issue between my divorced parents. He is confident (with good reason) and affordable. I would highly recommend his services.
Response from Dylan Greenwood September 16, 2018
I appreciate this great review and your time. If we can help in the future, please do not hesitate to contact our law firm. Best regards, Attorney Greenwood
Posted by Jesse | April 26, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Extremely Helpful
Mr. Greenwood and his staff handled my situation with diligence and care. He delivered on my case and did not give me a false sense of hope. I appreciate all of his efforts. I would recommend him and his services to anyone who needs an attorney they can trust.
Response from Dylan Greenwood May 2, 2018
Hello Jesse - Thank you so much for reviewing our law firm and thank you for the kind words. I am so happy that everything worked out well in your case. If you ever need us or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always available and we are happy to help you. Take care, Attorney Dylan Greenwood
Posted by Crystal S. | January 23, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Best attorney ever!
Dylan Greenwood is absolutely wonderful. I can’t say enough great things about him. He walked me through every process during my case and kept my mind at ease. He is so easy to communicate with and was quick to answer any questions I had. He achieved the outcome of the case as promised. I felt as if I could really trust him. I will never use another attorney if needed again!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood February 15, 2018
Crystal, thank you so much for the kind words. You were a pleasure to work with on this case! Anytime that I can help you or your family, please let me know. I am a phone call or email away. I wish you the very best! Take care - Attorney Dylan Greenwood
Posted by Vickie Porter | December 5, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Awesome lawyer
My name is Vickie Porter and I just need to say that Dylan Greenwood is a lawyer that is truly on your side!!! I told him what I needed and he was upfront on what he wanted to do and what may or may not happen. With that said he had a plan but the plan had to change within days of my actual case was to be heard! This is what I told him needed to be done! My case had to be tried ASAP because of a job I was to take could not wait or take a deferred as that was the plan! He had not spoken to my witness at all but the day of court he interviewed the victim my witness and we went to trial! He plead me not guility and I was found not guility What turned out to have been a short trail turned into a about an hour Wasn’t afraid to challenge the cop that arrested me and pretty much destroyed his testimony! I was impressed ! I was charged with assault and battery against my daughter which I only shook and asked her a question! Mr greenwood stated she grabbed her shirt not her throat as the cop stated and never gave up that argument I advise and would highly recommend hiring him he may not win them all but he won’t go down without a fight! Hire him!! I hope to never need him again but he will be my first choice if I need a lawyer!!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood December 20, 2017
Vickie - Thank you so much for the kind words. I greatly appreciate you taking the time to write this review - it means a lot. I have enjoyed helping you and your family with this case and I am very happy that everything turned out well for you! If you ever need me, I will be happy to help. Happy Holidays & Happy New Year - Dylan
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Posted by Lucy | October 7, 2017
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Fantastic Attorney
Mr. Greenwood has done a fantastic job handling my family law issues. He is caring, understanding and very intelligent. He takes the time to listen carefully and works hard to make difficult situations much easier. He did an amazing job for my family and he is the ONLY attorney I will ever use. He also did an amazing job handling other legal issues for family members to which I am eternally grateful. He alleviates stress from the daunting tasks in family law and other legal matters because of his vast knowledge of the law and his skill level. Amazing guy!
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Response from Dylan Greenwood October 12, 2017
Thank you so much, Lucy! I greatly appreciate your trust and confidence in me. I will always help you and your family. We are just a phone call away! You are like family.
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Cost

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  • Free Consultation 60 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Owner
  • Greenwood Law
  • 2013 - Present
  • Summer Associate
  • Federal Public Defender Office
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Law Clerk
  • Superior Court Judge L. Todd Burke
  • 2011 - 2011
  • Intern
  • The United States Senate
  • 2006 - 2006
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Education

  • Wake Forest University School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2013
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna cum laude, Honors Baccalaureate
  • 2009
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Arts, Magna cum laude, Honors Scholar
  • 2009

Legal Cases

  • State of North Carolina v. Coles
  • Not Guilty
  • United States v. Small
  • Denied

Associations

  • North Carolina Advocates for Justice
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • American Immigration Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Piedmont Opera
  • Board Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • American Heart Association
  • Board Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section, Newsletter Committee
  • Co-chair
  • 2014 - Present
  • American Inns of Court
  • Barrister
  • 2014 - Present
  • Chief Justice Joseph Branch American Inn of Court
  • Barrister
  • 2014 - Present
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • North Carolina State Bar
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Forsyth Criminal Defense Bar
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • U. S. District Court Middle District of North Carolina
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • U. S. Court of Appeals, 4th Circuit
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • ABA National Appellate Advocacy Team
  • Member
  • N/A
  • National Moot Court Team
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Wake Forest Journal of Law and Policy
  • Symposium Editor
  • 2012 - 2013
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2022
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2021
  • Rising Star
  • SuperLawyers
  • 2020
  • Top 10 Under 40
  • National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
  • 2018
  • Top 40 under 40
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2017
  • Top 40 under 40
  • National Trial Lawyers Association
  • 2016
  • Debbie Parker Moot Court Service Award
  • Wake Forest University School of Law
  • 2013
  • Order of the Barristers for Excellence in Courtroom Advocacy
  • Wake Forest University School of Law
  • 2013
  • Rhodes Scholar Nominee
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • 2009
  • Honors Baccalaureate
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • 2009
  • Honors Scholar
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
  • 2009
  • Eagle Scout
  • Boy Scouts of America
  • 1999
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Publications

  • Wake Forest Journal of Law and Policy
  • Wake Forest Journal of Law and Policy
  • 2013

Speaking Engagements

  • Chief Justice Joseph Branch American Inn of Court
  • Expectations of Attorneys in the 21st Century
  • 2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (3)
Given (3)
Endorse Dylan
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dylan is great to work with and won’t back down from a fight."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jun 08
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Dylan is an excellent attorney who stands up for his clients and their interests."
Criminal defense Attorney | Jul 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. He is a committed and talented advocate for clients and well respected in the legal community."

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Winston Salem Criminal defense Lawyer Dylan W. Greenwood
Dylan W. Greenwood
Criminal defense Attorney
Winston Salem, NC
Licensed for 10 years
Free Consultation