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

About James

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 18 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2007

Active

No misconduct found

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

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

135 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 62 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

NOT GUILTY

McMinn for the win!!! I was wrongly fully arrested for a fake charge, with Kernersville police department. I had hired a previous law firm, who wanted me to take probation for a crime I did not commit!!!!!! misdemeanor child abuse without any physical injuries, the alleged crime was on tape!!!!!!... So I went to McMinn's law office. He said they would do their best & did!!!! I even had to go to trial, hiring his team was great money spent. This team will do everything in their power to keep you out of jail. Just make sure you pay them upfront, the best $$$$$$$ spent for a crime I did not commit. I risked losing my job, becoming homeless & everything I work for. I view the "justice" system in North Carolina more differently, it's a judicial system not a justice system. It's a system that will financially ruin you. But McMinn & his team works hard, to get you the justice you deserve.

Posted by T. Shelton | January 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Honest, Dependable, and Knowledgable.

The whole McMinns firm is a great team. They worked together to achieve the results I desired. They kept it real with me throughout the whole procedure and told me what it was and what they could do. They made my life stressfree during my court cases. When I texted or called, they always responded an...d never left me hanging. This is thefirm to go with!!! -Shelton 1/24/2019

Posted by Rick | January 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best of the best

He beat my dwi got it dismissed and now he’s getting it expunge he the man to see when it comes to dwi

Posted by Samantha | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Professional and Precise

I owe Mr. Mcminn my life. He literally took a very bad situation and made it GOLD. I lost my vehicle due to a DWI IN 2014. I thought I wouldn’t get my car back. I meet Mr. McMinn in court and he represented me from then own till now 2018. He was able to get my car back due to his knowledge of the law..... I was amazed the way he handled my case and spoke with so much assurance about the law. I also had 2 DWI hanging over my head. I was really in a bad spot.. Mr. Mcminn didn’t sugar coat what I was facing but assured me he would fight for me... and he did just that. I can proudly say... He got both of my DWI DISMISSED. I really lucky to have had MR. MCMINN AS MY ATTORNEY!! I CALL HIM MY ANGEL!! THANK YOU AGAIN FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK AND DILIGENCE!!

Posted by Brooke | July 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Charges for Failure to stop for school bus and the case was DISMISSED!

My son was charged with failure to stop for a school bus, which carries a hefty penalty of 10 points on your license. We hired Attorney McMinn and his counterpart Attorney Daniel Logan to represent my son and let me just say these Attorneys are nothing short of AMAZING! Not only were they top notch p...rofessionals, they were available by phone at anytime and were there to answer everything. Upon their advice, we took the case to trial and they got the charges DISMISSED!! We couldn’t not have done it without these gentleman! Don’t waste your time or money anywhere else. If you want TOP representation, go to Attorney McMinn Law Firm! P.S. These men are the best dressed in the courtroom and look like an Attorney should look. PERFECT!

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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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