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also known as Chiege O. Kalu Okwara
I am living out my dream to practice law and represent the under-represented in this country. I love what I do and have no problem litigating and trying challenging cases. I have tried and won cases in both federal and state courts in North Carolina. Furthermore, I have argued a number of cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Several of my cases have been had published decisions. If you're looking for a lawyer that is thoughtful, detail-oriented, and a ferocious advocate, please reach out.
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Chat withState: North Carolina
Acquired: 1992
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2001
State: New York
Acquired: 1987
15720 Brixham Hill Avenue, Suite # 300, Charlotte, NC, 28277-1479
Showing 1 - 5 of 8 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2023 | Hired Attorney
My son was a youth offender. When I met this attorney, I was worried. She answered all my questions. She responded to me properly. She helped my son out tremendously. I have nothing but love and respect for her. I wish you could be more lawyers that cared about their clients like she does.
Posted by James | August 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I’m a person, who unfortunately, has gotten into to more than my share of trouble. But I was facing serious time and Ms. Okwara made motions and took actions that set me free.
Posted by Stephanie | July 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Chiege is the best at what she does my loved one was facing a murder charges and several other charges this should of never went to court she fought for her client and she ended up getting all the charges dismissed job well done if u want a good lawyer hire her she is the best
Posted by anonymous | July 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney
I really appreciate Ms. Okwara. She was very professional, proficient, kept me updated every step of the way. And answered my calls and email quickly. I really appreciate my experience with her.
Posted by Danny | June 18, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
She was my brother's attorney and help save his life. Chiege was able to identify key points and essential details in order to show that my brother had acted in self defense in a terrible incident that occurred within my family. Chiege is extremely intelligent, articulate and a very kind human being ...
"As a former Assistant DA I can confirm that Ms. Okwara has a sterling reputation as a litigator. I tried dozens of cases against Ms. Okwara and she always impressed me with her detailed understanding of criminal law, commanding courtroom presence, and professionalism. I endorse this lawyer."
"Chiege is an excellent attorney. Her trial skills are unsurpassed, her compassion for her clients is amazing and her zealous representation is relentless. Further, Chiege has an excellent reputation in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
DUI and DWI lawyer
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2001.
Reprimand issued in NC, 2001
updated on 08/28/2008Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
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THE NATIONAL BLACK LAWYERS TOP 100, The National Black Lawyers Association
2024
NATIONALLY RANKED TOP TEN ATTORNEY, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2017
OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY AWARD, John S. Leary Association of Black Attorneys
2017
Top Contributor, Avvo
2016
Top Contributor--Criminal Defense, Avvo
1992 - Present
PARTNER, LAW OFFICE OF CHIEGE O. KALU OKWARA
1995 - 2000
ATTORNEY, GUARDIAN AD LITEM PROGRAM
1987 - 1991
ATTORNEY, LAW OFFICE OF HARVEY SORID
2018 - Present
North Carolina Association of Black LawyersMember
1992 - Present
MECKLENBURG COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATIONATTORNEY
1992 - Present
NORTH CAROLINA STATE BARATTORNEY
1987 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Nigerian Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2015
JOHN S. LEARY BAR ASSOCIATIONPARLIAMENTARIAN
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed.
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed
REVERSED AFTER ORAL ARGUMENTS BY PUBLISHED OPINION
FIRST DEGREE RAPE AND RELATED CHARGES: Not Guilty of 6 felony counts. Acquitted after a jury trial.
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE AND OTHER CHARGES: Cases dismissed
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE: Case dismissed
FIRST DEGREE MURDER CHARGE and Larceny of a Firearm: Cases dismissed
DRUGS AND HABITUAL FELON CHARGES: Not guilty
ASSAULT ON A FEMALE: Not guilty
DRUG CASES: Acquitted of all charges but convicted of the lesser included offense of Class 3 Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana
DRUG CASES: Dismissed by the Court at the close of all the Evidence and prior to jury deliberations
ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES AFTER A TWO (2) WEEK JURY TRIAL; CASES DISMISSED DUE TO LACK OF SUBJECT MATTER JURISDICTION BY THE SUPERIOR COURT
Judgment Vacated and Remanded by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals for Re-Sentencing. Mr. Grier was sentenced without the Armed Career Criminal Act Enhancement
HABITUAL FELON : CASES DISMISSED AFTER MISTRIAL ON OCTOBER 3, 2014
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: CONVICTED ONLY OF MISDEMEANORS
Acquitted of the more serious charge of Conspiracy
Motion for Appropriate Relief Granted; Sentence Reduced.
ACQUITTED OF MOST THE SERIOUS FELONIES (3 Counts of First Degree Rape)
FOUND NOT GUILTY OF BEING A HABITUAL FELON
I represented Respondent Mother in Juvenile Court in this Abuse/Neglect/Dependency Proceedings. The decision of the trial court was reversed by the North Carolina Court of Appeals.
REMANDED FOR A NEW TRIAL AFTER APPEAL
I represented Mr. Coleman in Superior Court during the trial of this action. Convictuion and sentence reversed on appeal. New Trial ordered by the North Carolina Court of Appeals.
ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES
ACQUITTED OF ALL FELONIES
ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES
MOTION TO DISMISS Money Laundering is granted by the Court: Acquitted of Drug Conspiracy Count: NOT GUILTY
MIXED VERDICT
CASES DISMISSED AFTER MISTRIAL ON DECEMBER 15, 2011
ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES
ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES
MISTRIAL; HUNG JURY; RETRIED IN DECEMBER 2011
Mixed Verdict
HABITUAL FELON INDICTMENT DISMISSED; CONVICTED OF LESSER OFFENSES;M CREDIT FOR TIME SERVED.
MISTRIAL: (Cases were subsequently dismissed in April 2011)
MISTRIAL: (Cases were subsequently dismissed in April 2011)
MISTRIAL: HUNG JURY (Cases were subsequently dismissed on 2/6/2012)
CASES DISMISSED AFTER MISTRIAL
Judgment Vacated and Remanded by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals for Re-Sentencing.
Remanded by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals for Resentencing
I represented Mr. English in Superior Cout during the trial of this action. His conviction was upheld, but case remanded for a new sentencing hearing.
Acquitted: NOT GUILTY
Case Voluntarily Dismissed by the Government
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1987
LL.M
1985
LL.M
2018
Criminal Litigation Panel: Process & procedure for Juvenile Court (Abuse/Neglect Dependency & Delinquenc); State & Federal criminal practice pointers, Victims’ rights’’/Marsy’s Law; jury trials; appellate practice, Law Enforcement issues.
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