Keith A. Williams

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Keith A. Williams

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Greenville, NC
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Federal Crime, Criminal Defense ... +2 more

321 Evans St Ste 103, Greenville, NC

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About Keith

Biography

Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law since 1999

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 25%

25%
White Collar Crime 25%

25%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Sex Crime 20%

20%
Expungement 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 33 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Keith A. Williams, P.A.

321 Evans St Ste 103, Greenville, NC, 27858-1833

williamslawonline.com/

Online Presence

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Keith A. Williams's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Patrick | July 29, 2015 | Criminal Defense

On every different occasions we won.

I spent 5 wonderful years causing a ruckus in downtown Greenville, and from my first run-in until my last, Keith did a superb job. I owe my entire spotless record to his masterful maneuvering of the Pitt County court system. Now 3 years beyond Greenville, my life would be vastly different if I had to... explain these charges on job applications, but instead I can forever check that "No" box. There's truly no better lawyer in Pitt County for your standard college-mistake cleanup.

Posted by James | May 21, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Finally Someone Who Cares

Finding a lawyer that actually cares is half the battle. Keith went to bat for me. I had 2 felonies I commited when I was 18 years old. This actually actually changed my life for the better. I went to college and got a degree doing something I loved. When I wanted to further my education, the 2 ...felonies were holding me back. When I hired Keith, he told me that it was going to be a long process but he thought we had a good shot. After hitting a few road blocks, Keith told me he still wanted to pursue this. His persistence paid off and my felonies were finally overturned. I found Keith to be knowledgeable, well networked in Pitt and surrounding counties, and an expert in expungements. Oh, and most importantly, honest! That's right, if he can't help you, he won't take your money.

Posted by anonymous | May 13, 2014 | Expungement

Criminal Record Expungement for Felony Marijuana Possession

Greenville, NC lawyer Mr. Keith A. Williams used his vast criminal legal experience, professional and personal compassion for the law and his clients, and superior legal training in North Carolina and federal law to help expunge my criminal record. When I was in my late teens, almost 30 year ago, I w...as arrested for and pled guilty to possession of 4 ounces of marijuana. I became an instant felon and had no idea how much harm my decision would cause me and my family for the rest of my life. Mr. Williams investigated and my criminal record has now been erased. I am forever grateful to Mr. Keith Williams.

Posted by Jonathan | May 09, 2014

A Criminal Attorney Above THE REST

Keith is an honest, straight forward attorney. He handled my case in a professional way, and even speculated with his opinion about the outcome before he even started, and was right! His staff was equally professional, courteous. Keith has the knowledge that comes with experience. JONAT...HAN IBM Retired

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Keith A. Williams's Lawyer Endorsements

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William Duke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I cannot endorse Keith's abilities as a criminal defense lawyer highly enough. Keith is diligent, organized, and a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Jay Audino

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Keith. Keith is a true professional and represents his clients with an unquestionable zeal. I regularly refer criminal clients to him, as I have always trusted his ability to seek and obtain the best results possible for those clients."

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Marcus Conner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keith is an outstanding lawyer with strong ethics and convictions. He is extremely knowledgeable in criminal defense and diligently works on his cases to seek favorable resolutions. I strongly endorse him."

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Frank Harper

Unknown lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Ward

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Milton Widenhouse

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Keith and I have known each other for many years and have often worked together. He is a tireless and thorough advocate for his clients. He possesses the highest skills and professional disposition. He has earned the greatest respect from the judges before whom he appears and the fellow lawyers with whom he works on all sides of the aisle."

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James Blanton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"There are only a handful of attorneys in North Carolina that are board certified in state and federal criminal defense, and Keith is one of them. Not only that, Keith is a former prosecutor. He knows how law enforcement and government attorneys prepare their cases. He has the negotiation, preparation, and trial experience skills to achieve great outcomes for his clients."

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Elliot Abrams

Criminal defense lawyer | May 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Keith Williams is a tremendously talented, passionate, knowledgeable and dedicated lawyer. He cares deeply about his clients and works tirelessly to protect them and enforce their rights. I have worked with closely with him on a number of matters, have seen his skill firsthand, and would not hesitate to refer clients to him for any number of criminal defense matters."

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Matthew Davenport

Federal crime lawyer | Jan 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Duke

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Jay Audino

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Frank Harper

Unknown lawyer

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Robert Jenkins

Family lawyer

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Michael Fitzpatrick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ernest Conner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mark Ward

Criminal defense lawyer

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Woody White

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Blanton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Milton Widenhouse

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Davenport

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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2014

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

1998 - Present

President and Owner, Law Offices of Keith A. Williams, P.A.

1996 - 1998

Associate Attorney, Browning & Hill, LLP (private law firm)

1994 - 1996

Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office for Wayne, Lenoir, and Greene Counties, North Carolina

1992 - 1994

United States District Court, Eastern District of NC, Law Clerk to the Hon. Malcolm J. Howard

Associations

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Education

1992

University of North Carolina

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2013

Federal Public Defender CLE Seminar

Ethics in Federal Criminal Cases

2012

NC Advocates for Justice CLE Seminar

Dealing with Confidential Informants

2012

NC Advocates for Justice CLE Seminar

Suppressing Evidence in State Court Criminal Cases

2011

Rowan County CLE Seminar

Understanding and Using Evidence Rules 700 to 706

2011

NC Advocates for Justice CLE Seminar

NC Drug Law Legislative Update 2011

2007

NC Public Defenders Conference

Suppression Issues and House Searches

2005

NC Public Defender's Conference

Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Federal Gun Law

2004

Criminal Justice Act Seminar

924(c) Convictions and Career Offender Sentencing

Publications

2012

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) Litigation Strategies for Internet Pornography Cases (Contributing Author)

2011

Trial Briefs (NCAJ) Federal Prosecution of State Cases: Drugs, Guns, and Sex

2004

North Carolina Lawyers Weekly The Top 10 Things You Need to Know about Federal Gun Law

Languages

English

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