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S. Frederick Winiker III
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Biography
Mr. Winiker is an experienced trial attorney who defends individuals and businesses in state and federal white-collar criminal cases. He counsels clients in pre-trial negotiations with the United States Department of Justice, counsels clients under investigation by the FBI, IRS, SEC and other federal and state agencies, and regularly defends people charged with felony and misdemeanor crimes in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina.
He is a former federal and state prosecutor who is admitted to practice in North Carolina, the United States District Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of North Carolina, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth and Ninth Circuits.
He has successfully argued cases that have appeared in published decisions in both federal appellate circuits (See United States v. Goforth, 546 F.3d 712 (4th Cir. 2008)- Pre-trial release of person accused of federal crime)
As a former Assistant United States Attorney with the U.S. Department of Justice, Mr. Winiker prosecuted a wide variety of federal crimes, represented federal agencies in civil litigation, and was responsible for tracing and seizing criminal funds nationally and internationally.
He served as an Assistant Director for the Cybercrimes section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Education and coordinated nationwide training on computer forensics, internet fraud, and computerized courtroom presentations and discovery management.
Mr. Winiker is also a former Assistant District Attorney with the Charlotte Mecklenburg District Attorney’s Office.
He is a graduate of Wake Forest University – Gonzaga University School of Law, cum laude – and is a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Persian Gulf War.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 30 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1995
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Location
Winiker Law Firm, PLLC
435 E Morehead St, Charlotte, NC, 28202-2609
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S. Frederick Winiker III's Reviews
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Posted by Zayd | January 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Six Stars!
I would not consider hiring a lawyer besides Mr. Winiker. I spent nine and a half years in the Feds, the last six of which I was held indefinitely - without a release date. Over the years, several lawyers jumped on and off of my case. All of them were more well-known, far more expensive than Mr. Wini...
S. Frederick Winiker III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Rick. I have know Rick for many years. He has a keen understanding of the law and is very professional in court. His experince as a former prosecutor and defense attorney brings a lot to the table for his clients. His reputation in the community is excellent. I would recommend Rick for any legal matter."
"I have known Rick for well over 20 years. He has worked as a prosecutor in both state and federal court and now as a criminal defense lawyer. Rick's legal knowledge and ability as a trial lawyer are outstanding. I regularly refer clients charged with serious federal matters to Rick"
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Experience
Honors
2016
Crown Tree Award, City of Charlotte Tree Advisory Commission
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Owner, Winiker Law Firm, PLLC
2005 - 2007
Senior Litigation Attorney, Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP (CLT)
2004 - 2005
Cybercrime Chief, U.S. DOJ Office of Legal Education
1999 - 2004
Assistant U.S. Attorney, United States Deparment Of Justice
1995 - 1998
Assistant District Attorney, Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
Mecklenburg County Greenway Advisory CounselMember
Education
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Gonzaga University
J.D.
N/A
Wake Forest University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2010
Hot Topics in Litigation
Internal Investigations
Languages
German
English
Activity
Legal Answers