R. Brian Cloninger

R. Brian Cloninger

also known as Brian Cloninger, Robert Brian Cloninger

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Henderson, NC
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +7 more

215 N. Garnett Street, Henderson, NC

About R. Brian

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 10%

20 years

10%
Expungement 10%

20 years

10%
Family 10%

20 years

10%
Juvenile Law 10%

20 years

10%
Civil Rights 5%

20 years

5%
Education 5%

20 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 19 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2006

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Cloninger Law Offices, PLLC

215 N. Garnett Street, Henderson, NC, 27536-0225

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R. Brian Cloninger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Selene | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney

Brian Cloninger

Very Organized, responds to emails quick and a lot of patient with me. Very knowledgeable about my case, I couldn't be more pleased with Brian and his services.

Posted by Nick | December 17, 2017

Top Shelf

I had an immediate need for a top notch attorney and saw Brian for an initial consult..I found a direct & knowledgeable legal Master. He did *not* immediately hit me for cash and hiring him.. Instead I was directed to handle my situation myself.. however, should my situation call for the hire..it wil...l be this man. I'm 58 yo & been around and Brian is 100% straight up. Go see him...

Posted by Laura | November 09, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Very Knowledgeable and Very helpful

We came to Mr. Cloninger with a difficult situation in which we didn't think there was going to be any help for but after a referral to him we decided to give it a try. We were already scheduled for a hearing with the DMV which we figured was going to be a waste of time and license would not be issue...d back in return. Mr. Cloninger gladly decided to assist us. He dug into the driving record and did an extensive research of many charges listed and discovered there was a possible way this could be handled without a hearing. He gave us his suggestion which had us at that point working with multiple attorneys and multiple court districts. He provided step by step instructions on what needed to take place and how. After following his instructions a prior conviction was reviewed and dismissed which allowed a return of driving privilege's without a hearing. After years of dealing with the DMV and multiple attorneys Mr Cloninger was the first attorney that actually gave us an alternative method of handling a lengthy driving conviction record by offering step by step instructions. He saw the big picture that a past was just that a past and that there was a better way to handle the situation. His knowledge of the law and court systems is beyond top notch. His responsiveness is above the rest. I would definitely refer Mr Cloninger to anyone needing traffic offense assistance.

Posted by Angela | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Simply the Best!

Mr. Cloninger put my son's license suspension fears to rest with his caring demeanor and expert legal advice. He listened to our situation, advised us on next steps, and helped us clear my son's driving record and restore his license. He was a man of his word and a true blessing to my family. He ...gets the job done right, the FIRST time.

Posted by Michael P | June 30, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Quickly and precisely

You know this wil be my first time ever righting a review inspired by an lawer who help me turn my life around. In permanent suspension statues due to Three moving Violations sence 1982 -2001 Consulting with number of lawers in the Pied Mont. Being hinder from being as productive as an employee ...as well a father. It was time for thing to change and they did hiring an lawyer in Guilford County a month prior to whom im still awaiting results. And then being notified that I would have to hire another lawyer in Vance County I did one of the Sharpest, precise Lawyer ever Robert Brian Cloniger whom I contacted out of State on around about 2pm June 19th of which I hired to helpe with a failure to appear and speeding 79/65 before 5pm that same day. Not to mention not even given me time to submit fees he had a judge to sign of on them both amazing. Trustworthy,Responsive,Knowledgeable,kept me informed "Serouly". What about Quickly and precisely Robert Brian Clonigininger I just await the opportunity to shack your hand after over 15years I have license.

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 13

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"I am impressed with Mr. Cloninger's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Dewey Brinkley

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian's breadth of knowledge when it comes to criminal, traffic, and DMV issues is truly impressive. Because Brian "knows the law," which is not quite as easy as it may sound, I refer all potential clients in Vance, Granville and Warren to Brian. I know they will be in good hands."

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John Fanney

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly recommend Brian for his work in criminal and DWI defense. We have worked on cases together and I have been impressed by his skill, knowledge and devotion to his clients. I would not consider anyone in Vance County to handle a criminal or DWI matter other than Brian."

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Ronald Cooley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Grant Scheuring

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a great DWI attorney. I regularly refer him clients. He's very knowledgeable, fights hard for his clients and gets results. I would recommend him for any criminal court matter."

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Matthew Davenport

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Justin Olsinski

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a very smart and hard working attorney. I would recommend and trust him to handle any of my criminal or DWI cases."

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Sarah Farber

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brian is a great lawyer. He's part of the fabric of the community in Vance and Granville Counties and knows just about everyone there. I have found him to be frank, confident but not egotistical, and a pleasure to work with and learn from. I recommend him wholeheartedly."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2016

Order of Service, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

2015

Order of Service, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

2014

Advocate, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Partner, Cloninger Law Offices, PLLC

Associations

2019 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense Section

Vice Chair

2017 - Present

US Club Soccer, Oxford Soccer Club

U6 Coach

2016 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense Section

Secretary

2016 - Present

Vance Charter School

Board of Directors

2006 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Member

2006 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense Section

Member

2018 - 2019

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense Section

Chair

2018 - 2019

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Board of Governors

2015 - 2018

Vance County Bar

President

2014 - 2017

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense Section

Membership Co-Chair

2006 - 2007

American Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2007

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Appalachian State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2019

Traffic Practice: Doing it Right and Solving Problems

Courthouse-Based Driver’s License Remedition

2017

Henderson-Vance MADD Meeting

DWI Investigation, Arrest, Prosecution and Defense

2015

Leadership Vance

Vance County Court System

Publications

2019

Traffic Practice: Doing it Right and Solving Problems Courthouse-Based Remedition

Languages

English

Activity

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