Kenneth D. Burns

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Kenneth D. Burns

also known as Ken Burns

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 35 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Fayetteville, NC
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

2513 Raeford Rd Ste A, Fayetteville, NC

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About Kenneth

Biography

Defending the accused. Criminal Defense, DWI, Traffic Offenses. Call today.

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 50%

All traffic tickets cited in Cumberland County State Courts

36 years | 15,000 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 25%

36 years | 3,200 cases

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

31 years | 1,250 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
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+ 8
Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2013
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 35 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Kenneth D. Burns

2513 Raeford Rd Ste A, Fayetteville, NC, 28305-5295

kenburnslaw.com

Online Presence

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Kenneth D. Burns's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

202 Client Reviews

Showing 121 - 125 of 202 reviews

Posted by Steve | January 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Fantastic service

I had 2 speeding tickets from 10 years ago that I completely forgot about. Ken Burns was my first pick and he did not disappoint. Within 24 hours he had gotten both charges dropped and removed from my DMV records. Thanks Ken!

Posted by Diana | January 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

One Happy Client

I highly recommend Kenneth Burns to represent you for a speeding ticket, I spoke to him before I hired him and he explained what he would attempt to do in a way I could understand. I hired him and was kept up to date via email on the status of my case. He also has a website that you can check at any ...time to see your status. I'm very happy to report that he was able to get the ticket dismissed with no fine, no points, no increase on my insurance. Thank you, Mr, Burns for all your help.

Posted by anonymous | October 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

A go getter!

I went to Mr. Burns with a minor traffic violation. Mr. Burns reassured me that it was simple matter to resolve. He then did so very quickly I might add, giving me peace of mind. Can't says thanks enough.

Posted by Frank | October 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great Job

Mr. Burns did an outstanding job in my case. I was facing 2 counts, one for drinking on ABC property and another for an open container in my car. I was very worried about losing my license. Mr. Burns and his office staff were always very professional and polite to me. Kenneth Burns did an excelle...nt job in alleviating my fears and explaining to me in detail what the process and procedure would be. His reassurance and confidence calmed me down. One day before I was to appear in court, Burns Law called me to say the DA had dropped the charges. Way to go Mr. Burns. I would highly recommend him for any legal services you may need

Posted by Isaac | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent Experience

Contacted Burns Law with an issue regarding a ticket for driving with revoked license that was well over a decade old. Read the reviews on Avvo, contacted Burns Law, and after speaking with Mr. Burns, it was clear that he was the one that I wanted representing me. After hiring him he took me through ...the process that would occur, and it was way easier and quicker than I had anticipated. Hired him on a Tuesday and my ticket was resolved the next day, which resulted in my ticket getting dismissed. I would recommend his services if you are needing legal representation. Thank you once again Burns Law!

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Kenneth D. Burns's Lawyer Endorsements

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Allen Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is an honest effective advocate for his clients and has a good reputation as such at the courthouse; which is where it matters. Do not hesitate to give him a full endorsement"

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Samantha Thomas

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Ken is a highly respected ethical attorney who will ensure that your matter is properly taken care of. You can be assured that you will receive professional treatment from Ken and his staff."

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Blake Marcus

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kenneth. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Ann Ochsner

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ken is a lawyer who deals competently and ethically with clients, adversaries and court personnel. I have the utmost confidence in Ken's abilities as a lawyer and endorse him fully, without reservation, to anyone in need of legal representation regarding a speeding or traffic citation."

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C. Barrington

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken Burns is an exceptional lawyer in our community. He is well-known in our community and represents his clients' interests with zeal and compassion. I am glad to call him a colleague."

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Melissa Holliday

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ken is a hardworking attorney. He is professional and trustworthy."

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Jennifer Blue

Criminal defense lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ken is an even-keeled lawyer who fights hard for his clients' rights. He is trustworthy and knowledgeable about the law."

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Ann Ochsner

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C. Barrington

Criminal defense lawyer

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J. Flowers

Litigation lawyer

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Samantha Thomas

Family lawyer

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Melissa Holliday

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arthur Blue

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kurt Schmidt

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer

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Jennifer Blue

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2013

Client's Choice, Avvo

2013

Top Contributor, Avvo

2013

Top 100 DWI Attorneys in North Carolina, National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyers in North Carolina, American Society of Legal Advocates

Work Experience

2007 - 2013

Partner, Downing, Downing & Burns, PLLC

2002 - 2007

Attorney, The Brady Law Firm

2000 - 2002

Attorney, Kenneth D. Burns Attorney at Law P.A.

1999 - 2000

Partner, Mitchell, Brewer, Richardson, Adams, Burns & Boughman, LLC

1997 - 1999

Partner, Harris, Mitchell, Burns & Brewer

1994 - 1997

Associate, Harris, Mitchell & Hancox

1990 - 1994

Associate, Blackwell, Luedeke, Hicks & Burns, P.a.

Associations

2016 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

2013 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

2013 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2013 - Present

NC State University Lawyers Alumni Society

2013 - Present

National Advocacy for DUI Defense

2013 - Present

American Society of Legal Advocates

2012 - Present

DUI Litigation Attorneys' Network

2012 - Present

Wolfpack Attorney Group

1990 - Present

Cumberland County Bar Association

1990 - Present

Twelfth Judicial District Bar Association

1993 - 1994

Fayetteville Young Lawyer Association

President

1992 - 1993

Fayetteville Young Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Judkins v. Judkins

Trial Court Decision Upheld Denying Stay under the then named Soldiers and Sailors Civil Relief Act

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Education

1990

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

North Carolina State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Business Law Class

Criminal Law

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Kenneth earned significant contribution points in 2013.

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