James Raymond McMinn

James Raymond McMinn

also known as McMinn Law Firm

5.0
Rating: 7.4

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Winston Salem, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

105 W. 4th St., 8th Floor, Winston Salem, NC

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Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 18 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2007

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Location

Law Offices of James Raymond McMinn

105 W. 4th St., 8th Floor, Winston Salem, NC, 27101-3923

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James Raymond McMinn's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

135 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 26 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Eric | February 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

The best lawyer I have ever hired!

Mr. McMinn is hands down the best lawyer I have ever dealt with. He knows the law and he has helped me restore my license when other lawyers said it was impossible! I strongly recommend his services, he is very professional and he is very affordable to say the least! He also helped me with a case in ...Rowan County, if you need a lawyer James is the one you need representing you!

Posted by Steve | December 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

He is "THE" Lawyer that you want in your corner !!!

Attorney McMinn is one of the few Attorneys that will do everything possible to get the best outcome for your case. Beyond knowledgeable about how the systems really works. He is not someone that will plead you and then bleed you. He was recommended by a personal Lawyer friend that said he was the be...st, hands down. He was able to get my DWI totally dismissed. I cannot thank him enough. If you find yourself with those bracelets on your wrist.

Posted by Mahogany | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

500 miles away, this lawyer is the BEST

I live in Indiana and hired James McMinn. I had two tickets in North Carolina and my license was suspended which were preventing me from obtaining my license in another state. The DMV of NC told me once I pay the tickets online they would reinstate my license. I paid $900.00 and a week later NC suspe...nded my license for another two years. Prior to paying the $900.00 I paid $1090.00 to Indiana for years of unpaid tickets. Unknowingly I paid the tickets which automatically made me plead guilty which lead to a 2yr suspension. I hired James McMinn on a Wednesday, by Friday he had the suspension lifted. Again, I live over 500 miles away. Mr. McMinn allowed me to do everything by phone, email and text. To be honest I did not expect the outcome. Being a pessimist in another state, I feared another stumbling block, the worse but this man moved on my behalf and I highly recommend him. I heard countless stories of how he helped so many people in NC with criminal charges, DWI's etc. and now he have helped me and my family. I was tired of looking over my shoulder, being arrested while driving to work and each time I tried to get my license back, I was denied and faced with more suspension. Thanks to James McMinn my nightmare is over. Please retain him! He is the best...

Posted by Trevon Lamont Elder | August 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best lawyer ever

James is the best lawyer. I would recommend him to anyone who has a dwi or dui. A year ago I was charged with a dui and a couple other minor charges along with that. After searching and searching for a great lawyer who could get me as little of a punishment as possible by this being my second dui, I ...found Mr.McMinn. The outcome of my case was a shock to me. I can't thank Mr.McMinn enough. Went to court on July 29, 2016 not knowing what was going to happen & knowing I didn't have any more continuences. Mr.McMinn told me don't worry I got this. My case was called I ended up having to wait a little longer but waiting a little longer got me an dismissal on my case in the end. A dismissal never crossed my mind but Mr.McMinn told me he had me & that's what he did. I can honestly say he's a man of his word & he knows what he's doing. He's by far the best lawyer ever.

Posted by Vanessa | August 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

No fail, on point, best lawyer I've experienced.

James came highly suggested to me by a close friend after a DWI charge. I was scared to death about the outcome. James reviewed my case and broke it down to me in a very straight forward, human manor. His expertise and knowledge of the law was reflected every time we went to court. Everything he said... would happen, happened. He actually texted me the night before every time we had to go to court. On top if that he was very open to answer any questions and make me feel at ease at anytime, even late at night. He always stayed in contact with me and reached out to make sure I was in complete understanding of what was going on. He even offered to meet with me on a Saturday because of my work schedule. I went to him the day after I realized I had a failure to appear, he went to court the next day and got it dismissed. After multiple continuances, my case went to trial. There were no witnesses for the procesution present, and although I was very nervous James said he was "going for it". All of my charges were dismissed and I am so thankful and feel blessed to have had James on my side! He is really an advocate for the people & I would reccommend him to anyone that has dwi/license issues.

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James Raymond McMinn's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Logan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. McMinn will fight hard for your and your rights. It has been a pleasure to learn from Attorney McMinn and watch him in action on a daily basis. His knowledge of DWI and criminal law is second to none."

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Kristin Kelly

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney McMinn is a strong advocate for his clients in and out of the courtroom. He is knowledgeable and proficient in the area of DWI law. He has an excellent reputation in the community and is highly recommended."

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Frederick Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the privilege of knowing James for several years, and he is a zealous advocate who always works hard on behalf of his clients. He is an outstanding litigator and a true professional. I would certainly recommend him for criminal defense representation and DWI cases."

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Stephanie Goldsborough

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. McMinn is a fearless and dynamic attorney. He has an impressively thorough knowledge of North Carolina DWI law. I have had the opportunity to work with him and have seen first had how effective he is in the courtroom. I have also learned several effective techniques in representing individuals charged with DWIs. I strongly endorse Mr. McMinn."

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Kristin Kelly

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  7.4 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Clients' Choice Award 2016, AVVO

2015

Clients Choice Award 2015, AVVO

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, McMinn Law Firm

2014 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of James R. McMinn

2007 - 2014

Assistant Public Defender, Forsyth County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2015 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Truong

not guilty

State v. Bryan

Dismissed by the Court

State v. Wilson

not guilty

State v. Sheppard

Dismissed by the Court

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Education

2007

Appalachian School of Law

Juris Doctor

2003

UNC-Wilmington

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

2015 Contract Defense Attorney Training

Defense Strategies in DWI blood sample cases

2014

N.C. Spring Public Defender's Conference

Sixth Amendment right to a speedy trial

2014

Black Law Student's Association

What to do during a traffic stop

Languages

English

Activity

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