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Biography
Phylicia M. Powers is a highly accomplished attorney with deep roots in North Carolina and an unwavering dedication to legal advocacy and education. She is a 2011 graduate of North Carolina Central University School of Law, following her undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland at College Park. Attorney Powers began her career as an educator and community leader before transitioning to the legal field, serving as Assistant Public Defender with the 14th Judicial District for eight years. Her extensive courtroom experience spans both juvenile and adult criminal defense, including the litigation of serious and complex felony matters. In addition to her practice, she is a committed educator, serving as adjunct professor and trial coach at NCCU School of Law and instructor at Strayer University. Attorney Powers regularly contributes to legal panels and seminars, sharing her expertise in trial advocacy and ethics. An active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, and the National Black Lawyers’ Association, Attorney Powers brings excellence and integrity to every aspect of her professional and community roles.
Experienced and Aggressive criminal lawyer focused on defending the accused in North Carolina.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Sex Crime
50%
15 years
Violent Crime
20%
Drug Crime
15%
15 years
Juvenile Law
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2021
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Phylicia M Powere
4208 Six Forks Road, Ste. 1000, Raleigh, NC, 27609
powershouselaw.com/Online Presence
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Phylicia Monee Powers's Reviews
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Posted by Robert | March 06, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
My savior!!
Keep this short and simple. I have been on the run for over 20yrs for a serious charge. Very serious. I contacted this law firm and spoke with Ms Power's. She explained what she was capable of doing. She executed in a timely manner and did not let me down. End result, I am now a free man. It was well...
Posted by Josh | December 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent attorney
I could not have hired a better lawyer than attorney powers she was excellent in getting the charges against me dismissed and I had some big ones! I was amazed at what she did for me attorney powers was confident and reassuring that she had my best interest at hand and she did the outcome was what I ...
Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
First Degree Burglary Felony, DISMISSED!!
I hired Attorney Powers and within a matter of 3 weeks, my case was dismissed and in the process of being expunged off of my record! I was in a domestic dispute that was petty and she used her expertise to handle my case! She has a lot of great connections in the counties that she works in and she al...
Posted by anonymous | September 04, 2019
Attorney
Phylicia is a very competent attorney with years of experience. Her rapport with clients as well as her knowledge of the judicial system let me know that she is fully capable of handling any case that walks through the door.
Posted by Kermit Lee/ Jamill Rhodes/ Betty Rhodes | September 08, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Jamill Rhodes
Attny. Powers is an excellent APD which is defending my grandson. She has shown her expertise in law and her great concern for justice in this cities JS.. Thank you attny Powers!
Phylicia Monee Powers's Lawyer Endorsements
"Phylicia Powers is an excellent criminal defense attorney and is a zealous advocate for all of her clients! I highly recommend hiring her if you want someone to speak on your behalf and fight your case."
"Phylicia is a rising star in criminal defense in North Carolina. We are proud to have her on the team at Roberts Law Group!"
"Attorney Powers is a very knowledgeable and passionate advocate for her clients. She approaches every case with a vigor and determination to secure a favourable disposition. I would recommend her to any criminally charged defendant."
"Attorney Powers is an amazing advocate. She is passionate about helping others and extremely knowledgeable about various legal issues. If I were in need of an attorney in NC, she would be my first call."
"Attorney Powers is a great criminal defense attorney. On numerous occasions, I witnessed Attorney Powers advocate for her clients zealously."
"Phylicia Powers is an outstanding lawyer. Her reputation in the legal community is solid and she knows the law."
"Ms. Powers is a phenomenal attorney. She is incredibly well-versed in criminal defense, and is an excellent advocate."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 100 Attorney, National Black Lawyers
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Adjunct Professor, North Carolina Central University
2019 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Strayer University
2011 - 2019
Public Defender, 14th Judicial District Office of Public Defender
2010 - 2010
Public Defender, 14th Judicial District Office of Public Defender
Associations
2012 - Present
Durham County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
George White Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
George H. White BarParliamentarian
2000 - Present
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, IncMember
Sample of Legal Cases
North Carolina v. T.M
Charge Dismissed
North Carolina v. S.P
No Charges Filed
North Carolina v. Z.M
No Charges Filed
North Carolina v. S.C.
Case remained in Juvenile Court
Education
2011
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
University of Maryland, College Park
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Juvenile Defender Conference
CLE - Juvenile Defender Conference
2015
CLE - Young Lawyers Division
Professional Decorum and Attire
2015
CLE - Young Lawyers Division
Juvenile Law
Languages
Spanish