Chad Douglas Garrett

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Chad Douglas Garrett

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Greensboro, NC
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

436 Spring Garden Street, Greensboro, NC

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About Chad

Biography

Aggressive. Knowledgeable. Results. Call Today.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 60%

I regularly teach traffic law updates, and have published the best selling "ABC's of Traffic Law," available from the NC Bar Association. I am currently writing an update of the best selling book, which will be available at in February.

25 years | 5,000 cases

60%
Criminal Defense 20%

As a former prosecutor and now a defense attorney, I have tried 1000s of cases, from murder to domestic violence and drug matters. I am the author of the best selling "ABCs of Criminal Law," and enjoy teaching and mentoring attorneys of every experience levels.

25 years | 5,000 cases

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

I have handleed DWIs as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. I regularly teach DWI law to attorneys and Judges state-wide, and have published two books on driving while impaired law and trial tactics.

25 years | 1,000 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 24 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Garrett, Walker & Aycoth

436 Spring Garden Street, Greensboro, NC, 27401

garrettandwalker.com

Online Presence

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Chad Douglas Garrett's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

18 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The best of the best of the best of the best. THE GUY OF GUYS

I don't even know where to start. Chad Garrett was an angel sent from heaven and I'm not even a religious guy. I had FOUR dwi's. FOUR. I was referred to Chad by a good friend who had gotten in trouble for something completely unrelated to dwi's, but he insisted this guy was the best. So I called we c...hatted, he was very nice, but brutally honest. Things didn't look good. Now, I've dealt with attorneys that start a stopwatch and charge you by the minute to consult with them. Chad is the polar opposite. I was having freakouts about going to jail and he would call or email me to update me and make sure I was feeling okay and frankly comfort me like a father figure. I was facing a mandatory MINIMUM sentence of 4 months in jail and like a $10,000 fine. Plus I got 3 of my cars seized by the police (there was nothing he could do about that), but I'm trying to paint a picture of the situation I was in. All this advice and talking and strategizing over the phone took place before we even had a conversation about legal fees. He cared about me as a person and me staying out of jail if possible. Finally, it took ME asking HIM how much this was gonna cost and the cost was astonishingly low for how much trouble I was in and how much time and BS paperwork and legwork and negotiating this was gonna take. I was in deep $&*@! I gratefully paid him his exceptional rate and he was there for me every step of the way. Always returning phone calls, emails... I was scared out of my mind and I know I annoyed the crap out of him but he was always there to answer my dumb questions and lend a hand. He even consulted with my other lawyers in other counties to put their heads together to strategize the best way to handle the situations between counties. This is above and beyond. He ended up getting me in front of the most liberal judge possible on the proper day and time, told me exactly what to do and say, and instead of going to jail I traded it for 4 months of a "resort-like" drug and alcohol rehab facility. Then, after the 4 months was up most lawyers would have just been done, see ya later I did my job. Chad goes above and beyond and helps me with getting an unsupervised probation transfer to California (where I decided to move to) which is like a huge "no-no" in the probation office but he managed to work his magic and make it happen. Chad will randomly email or call me and just say, "hey man, just checking in making sure things are going well. How's the weather in Cali? I was just in the probation office and it was snowing and I thought of you and I wanted to take a few minutes to go through your file and make sure your transfer is still going through ok." This random attorney I can honestly now call a friend. I'd go to war for him if he needed me for something. I'd spin a sign in front of your office that said "Chad Garrett" like those guys do in front of Little Cesar's if he wanted me to. Chad, I owe you my freedom, my lifestyle, my eternal friendship, and very possibly my life itself. I quit drinking, joined AA, no license so no driving, but thats a good thing at least for right now. If you want a lawyer that won't BS you but will go to war for you, hire Chad Garrett. ....Thanks Chad

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Chad Douglas Garrett's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Tolin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Chad for over 10 years. I frequently refer cases to him in seek his assistance and advice. I would highly recommend him to handle your case."

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Ryan Ames

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Whenever I need to refer clients to a lawyer in the Greensboro area, I always tell them to call Chad. He is a reliable and experienced attorney and I enthusiastically endorse him."

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Andrew Korn

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Other

"When my clients need criminal defense counsel in North Carolina, my first call is to Chad Garrett."

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Brandon Goldsborough

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Chad for over twelve years, both as a co-worker and opposing counsel, and always as a friend. Chad's experience and knowledge are as much a resource for fellow attorneys as they are to his clients. Chad is reliable, friendly and constantly seeking to help others."

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Jeffrey Little

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is my go to guy for Guilford County. He is honest and dependable. I have sent many clients to Chad and I have never had anyone come back to me with complaints. In fact people have called me back to thank me for referring him."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Altamura

Unknown lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Garrett's reputation for excellence in criminal defense is well-earned. He is an innovative leader in the field."

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Jessica Culver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chad has an excellent reputation among members of the legal community. Chad is a bright, approachable, and strong advocate for his clients."

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Thomas Smothers

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The fact that judges carry a book that Chad wrote to the bench with them says it all. He is my "go to" guy for driving questions. He is a fine attorney and is well respected within the criminal defense bar."

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Julie Wall

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad is a great lawyer!"

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chad. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Kevin Harrison

Unknown lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Chad is a rare breed among attorneys - knowledgeable and compassionate, skilled and understanding - he has literally written the book on DWI, Traffic, and Criminal Law in North Carolina. A tireless worker who still returns every phone call every day after a decade in private practice, look no further than Chad for honest advice, passionate representation, and the experience to achieve the best possible result in your case."

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Jonathan Ward

Unknown lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Chad. He is an excellent and experienced attorney."

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William Browne

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Chad since I started working as an attorney in Greensboro. He is always willing to answer questions and genuinely cares about his clients."

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Brian Walker

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad is the hardest working criminal defense attorney in the area. He'll get the job done for you and you'll never have to wonder if you got the best possible result."

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Matthew Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chad Garrett is the type of attorney that other attorneys emulate. He does his job well, and it is apparent from his results that he works hard for his clients. If you hire him, you won't regret it."

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Al De La Calle

Unknown lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Outstanding attorney!"

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James Tolin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Meghan O'Keeffe

Family lawyer

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Sean Olson

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Causey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Altamura

Personal injury lawyer

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Kevin Harrison

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jessica Culver

Family lawyer

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Jason Aycoth

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brian Walker

Civil rights lawyer

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Matthew Moore

Family lawyer

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Julie Wall

Criminal defense lawyer

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Al De La Calle

Immigration lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Continuing Legal Education Volunteer of the Year, NC Bar Association

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Owner, Partner, Garrett, Walker and Aycoth

2009 - 2013

Owner, Partner, Garrett and Walker, PLLC

2005 - 2009

Owner, Law Office of Chad D. Garrett, PLLC

2001 - 2005

Assistant District Attorney, Guilford County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2012 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

CLE Board and Criminal Justice Board

2005 - Present

Randolph County Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2012

Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Past President

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Hicks

Dismissed

State v. Carr

Not Guilty

State v. Bethea

Not Guilty

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Education

2001

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Update - ABCs of Traffic Law Traffic Law

2014

Update - ABCs of DWI Law DWI

2014

NC Annual Review

Moderator / Ethics Speaker NC Law Annual Review

2012

Legal Updates DWI Update

2012

ABC's of Traffic Law Traffic Law and DWI Update

2011

GCDLA Criminal Law Update

Criminal Law Update / Speaker and Planner

2010

Blue Collar Law Traffic Law

Publications

2015

North Carolina Bar Association ABCs of Criminal Law

2014

North Carolina Bar Association ABC's of Criminal Law (Upcoming Book)

2014

North Carolina Bar Association ABCs of Traffic Law Update

2014

North Carolina Bar Association ABCs of DWi Update

2013

North Carolina Bar Association ABC's of DWI

2011

North Carolina Bar Association ABC's of Traffic Law

2010

G&W Publications NC Legal Essentials: DWI - The Complete Courtroom Guide
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