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Daniel J. Clifton

Daniel J. Clifton

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1 review
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 40 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Lawsuits & Disputes ... +6 more

4801 E Independence Blvd Ste 1000, Charlotte, NC

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Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

Criminal Defense including serious Felonies.

41 years | 500 cases

30%
Juvenile Law 20%

If your child has been charged with a crime, it's crucial to hire an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney. I will fight to protect your minor's rights.

27 years | 400 cases

20%
Child Support 10%

I represent parents in child support cases facing contempt for not paying their child support.

27 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Family 10%

I represent Parents who have had their children removed by the Department of Social Services. I also represent parents in contempt cases involving child support, visitation and other domestic law issues.

27 years | 20 cases

10%
Lawsuits and Disputes 10%

Civil Law - contractual disputes and other disputes between individuals or between individuals and corporations.

41 years | 10 cases

10%
Litigation 10%

I have been involved in Civil Litigation for over 30 years. If you have a Civil Litigation issue I can help you

360 cases

10%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 5%

I have represented people in Traffic Court since the first day I was licensed as an attorney over 30 years ago.

41 years | 500 cases

5%
DUI and DWI 3%

I represent clients in misdemeanor cases including DWI charges in North Carolina. I wrote the winning brief in a case known as State v. Ferguson back in approximately 1987 that verified the rights of DWI Defendants to access to witnesses.

37 years | 100 cases

3%
Guardianship 2%

I represent parents and other individuals in situations where Guardianship arises as a potential way to deal with a child custody situation.

27 years | 100 cases

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 40 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1985

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

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Daniel J. Clifton, Attorney at Law

4801 E Independence Blvd Ste 1000, Charlotte, NC, 28212-5490

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Daniel J. Clifton's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | September 28, 2017 | Criminal Defense

Was Very Informative

I consulted Mr. Clifton on some charges that were unjust. He advised me of what I needed to do, as I was not guilty and had viable proof. I was very impressed with his guidance and knowledge of the law.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Reprimand issued in NC, 2016

updated on 03/16/2017

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Honors

2010

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Education

1982

Golden Gate University

Doctor of Law (J.D.)

1972

East Carolina University

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.),

Speaking Engagements

2015

Domestic Issues

Domestic Issues

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