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David John Mahlum
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Biography
After graduating from North Carolina State University with a degree in Business Management, David attended Law School at Campbell University. While working on his law degree, David represented his fellow students on the Student Bar Association, wrote Case Summaries of recently decided Appellate cases for the Campbell Law Observer, and was on the winning team for the law school’s intramural client counseling competition.
During law school, David clerked for the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office and interned with a small general practice firm. He logged countless courtroom hours during this time, learning from attorneys. These positions allowed David to gain invaluable experience in criminal matters and litigation, as well as client relations.
In 2006, David decided to open his own firm in Raleigh, where he lives with his wife and children. Since then, he has built his criminal practice through dedication to his clients and diligent work to protect their rights and interests. Since Renee Jordan joined the firm, David splits his time between court and the office. When he isn’t in court, he is at the office meeting with clients and reviewing their cases.
David is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, and the Wake County Bar. Additionally, David has received the same standard training in the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) Standardized Field Sobriety Tests as North Carolina Law Enforcement.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
30%
20 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
30%
20 years
Consumer Protection
15%
15 years
Domestic Violence
15%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2005
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Location
Mahlum Law Office, PC
4008 Barrett Drive., Suite 101, Raleigh, NC, 27609
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David John Mahlum's Reviews
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Posted by Mike | April 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
low review's
I can not give a great or positive evaluation of the service that I received from David Mahlum Law Office. The paralegals staff we're not very professional. Didn't seem knowledgeable in the ways of open commutation, being compassionate or did nothing to keep me in the loop thew this very difficult ti...
Posted by Jessica | June 3, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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Stellar Experience
I hired Mr. Mahlum to help me with a speeding ticket I had gotten while driving through a school zone. On our first meeting, he gave me advise about what to expect and what kind of options I may have moving forward. With his help and knowledge, he was able to help get my sentence reduced in court. ...
Posted by anonymous | August 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience
Working with Mahlum Law Office has been a great experience. David and his team are very quick to communicate and answer my questions. They handled my case exactly as I had hoped AND how they told me they would.
David John Mahlum's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Mahlum'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!"
"David is a great attorney. He is a conscientious and hardworking advocate and his clients are lucky to have him."
"David is a fantastic attorney who works very hard for his clients and gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great lawyer who will handle your case with tact and confidence. In addition to being fellow lawyers in the Triangle, David actually represented me on a traffic ticket when I was an undergraduate at NCSU - and I still remember how he actually paid attention and responded to my concerns, even though it was "just" a traffic ticket. You can't go wrong with him."
"I first met David when I was working as an Assistant District Attorney and was immediately impressed. David negotiates passionately for his clients, carefully pointing out potential flaws in the state's evidence and when negotiations break down - as they sometimes do - he has the trial skills to exploit any weakness in the prosecutions case."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is a great lawyer and a former classmate of mine. If you're looking for competent, dependable, and professional representation, you can't go wrong with David."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. David is an aggressive, results oriented attorney who takes good care of his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Top Contributor, Avvo
2014
Humanitarian of the Year (along with other volunteer attorneys), NC NAACP
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Mahlum Law Office, PC
Associations
2009 - Present
Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial LawyersMember
2009 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2005 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
JR v. Employer
Settled
State v. DC
Not Guilty
State v. BM
Not Guilty
Education
2005
Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
North Carolina State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Traffic Court for the New and Not-So-New Attorney (Continuing Legal Education)
Traffic Law Practice and the Role of the Legal Assistant
2013
Traffic Court for the New and Not-So-New Attorney
Limited Driving Privileges
Publications
2016
www.mahlumlawoffice.com
Debt Buyers and Collection Agencies
2015
Blog Posting
The Security Deposit Refund Game
2015
Blog Post
The Elusive IE
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can an error on a traffic citation be grounds for dismissal?
16 Jul 2016
Q&A
Is the landlord responsible for fixing a warping floor?
14 Jul 2016
Q&A
Will I be raided or arrested?
14 Jul 2016