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 1 - 5 of 26 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | October 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DWI

Awesome, trust everything he says very knowledgeable. DWI got dismissed, just needed to be patient. McMinn knows what he is doing, very frendly easy to talk to..

Posted by Gary | August 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Gary

In 2016 Attorney Mc Minn took my DWI case as a state appointed attorney. It was my first time in court and my first and last DWI charge. I was terrified. Attorney McMinn made every court date for twelve months. At the anniversary of my charge, attorney McMinn argued no probable cause for my arrest an...d had case thrown out on that technicality. I heard bad things about public defenders, but, attorney McMinn proved me wrong. He is very well versed in the law as it pertains to the defendent and he worked tirelessly to get me the best results in the Forsyth County court system. Thanks again Attn. McMinn .

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 Erik | June 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Awesome Lawyer

Mr. McMinn is an awesome lawyer. I was charged for DWI and some more charges. The judge dismissed all charges! He’s always available to answer your phone calls or texts. The bottom line is he cares for his clients and is very knowledgeable of the law.

Posted by Raymond | December 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI/ CASE

MR James McMinn was recommended by a good friend of the family so I when in to get a consultation for my case. I hire him in July 2016. MR McMinn fought my case for a year an six months for me to get the best out come at my trial. At trial MR McMinn argued that the officer testimony an the video did...n't add up to make an arrest in my case. an argued to the judge that the officer was not credible an got my DUI case thrown out and dismissed. Me and my family want to thank you Mr McMinn for all you did for me!!! I recommend Mr McMinn if you need a good lawyer!!! And Thanks again from me & my family

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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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