Trusted Legal Counsel & Former Two-Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.Trusted Defense Attorney & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.Trusted Injury Lawyer & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.Trusted DWI Attorney & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.
Trusted, Experienced Trial Attorney & Former North Carolina Senator. Recently awarded NC's highest honor, Order of the Long Leaf Pine, for legal and legislative service to North Carolina and its people. You will find no other lawyer with his vast experience in the law (trial attorney for 22+ years in North Carolina courtrooms) and legislation (two-term North Carolina Senator).
Thom Goolsby has a commanding courtroom presence and is NEVER afraid to fight for his clients and their rights. His many years drafting legislation in the Senate give him a superlative understanding of the law, its structure and statutory interpretation.
A top graduate of The Citadel, Senator Goolsby served his country as an Officer in the United States Marine Corps. He earned his MBA from Golden Gate University and Law Degree from UNC-Chapel Hill.
Recognized as an exceptional statesman, he headed the Judiciary One and Justice & Public Safety Committees in the Senate. After retiring from the Senate, he continues to serve as a Crime Commissioner and Courts Commissioner.
From matters large to small, Senator Goolsby brings tenacity, wisdom and fearlessness to the courtroom. Again and again clients appreciate the way he takes a personal interest in their lives and struggles.
When you need a highly skilled advocate to personally handle your case, look no further than Thom Goolsby.
Practice areas
Driving While Impaired, Alcohol or Drugs. Handled 1000s of cases over 2+ decades.
30 years, 1,000 cases
DWI/DUI, Revoke License, Assault, Drugs, Financial Crimes (Fraud/Embezzlement), First Time Offenders, Domestic Violence, Traffic Offenses
30 years, 10,000 cases
Motor Vehicle Accidents, Wrongful Death, Work/Construction Injuries, Tractor-Trailer Collisions
30 years, 2,000 cases
Languages spoken
English
Goolsby Law Firm, PLLC
212 Walnut St Ste 100
Business
Wilmington, NC, 28401-4254
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
---|---|---|---|
NC | Active | 1992 | 06/23/2022 |
updated
Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
---|---|---|
Client Satisfaction | American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys | 2015 |
Nation's Top One Percent | National Association of Distinguished Counsel | 2015 |
Litigator Award | Trial Lawyers Board of Regents | 2015 |
Million Dollar Advocate | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Order of the Long Leaf Pine | North Carolina Governor | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
---|---|---|
Senator | North Carolina General Assembly | 2011 - Present |
Owner | Goolsby Law Firm, PLLC | 1993 - Present |
Writer | Carolina Syndicated Columns | 1995 - 2014 |
Professor | Campbell Law School | 1994 - 2010 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
---|---|---|
NC Crime Commission | Commissioner | 2012 - Present |
NC Courts Commission | Commissioner | 2012 - Present |
International Bar Association | Member | 1997 - Present |
Internation Association of Penal Law | Member | 1993 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
---|---|---|
ISISC Journal | The Role of the Prosecutor in the Administration of Justice | 1994 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
---|---|---|
University of North Carolina School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1991 |
Golden Gate University | MBA - Master of Business Administration | 1987 |
Citadel, Military College of South Carolina | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
---|---|---|
CCBI Forensic Science Conference | Forensic Science in North Carolina | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
---|---|
State v. Scaturro | Not Guilty on DWI and Careless & Reckless |
State v. Pedersen | Dsimissed |
State v. Tucker | Not Guilty on DWI. |
State v. Flannery | Not Guilty on DWI. |
State v. Keen | Probation (best pretrial offer was 18 months ACTIVE time) |
Posted by Ian
February 6, 2014
Posted by Laci
February 24, 2017
Posted by CJ
October 14, 2016
Posted by anonymous
October 4, 2016
Posted by Hayden
September 30, 2016
Posted by Jacob
September 23, 2016
Posted by constance
March 23, 2016
Posted by Kristin
June 13, 2015
Posted by Sharon
May 10, 2015
Posted by Tony
November 19, 2014
Woody White, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Thom is a tireless advocate for his clients and has earned a reputation as a heavy-weight in the courtroom. His commitment to the community and his vocation is unmatched, and I highly recommend him.
Mark Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Senator Goolsby is an excellent attorney. I have watched him in the Courtroom skillfully cross examine witnesses and often win his case for his client. He truly cares and desires to win. I strongly recommend him.
Rick Graves, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 24, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Thom is a great attorney with a wealth of experience. If you have been charged with a crime you need an attorney like Thom Goolsby.
Janet Gemmell, Criminal defense Attorney on May 1, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Thom is well liked by his peers and the legal community. He understands the law and actively pursues his client's best interests in all legal matters. Clients will get steadfast and well-rounded legal representation from Mr. Goolsby.
David Walen, Criminal defense Attorney on May 7, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Thom is a colleague and friend. He represents his clients with great integrity and skill and deals forthrightly with his peers and adversaries alike. I am honored to endorse Mr. Goolsby
Wayne Payne, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Senator Goolsby is a tireless warrior for the criminally accused. One lucky enough to have Senator Goolsby at the side knows that he will work above and beyond any call of duty to provide the best possible defense. Hire him.
David Collins, Personal injury Attorney on Dec 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer - I have known Thom Goolsby and his associates for over 20 years. He is an extremely experienced and expertly skilled attorney who knows the law and fights extremely hard for his clients. As a former Senator, he has helped write the law. With his knowledge and experience, he makes sure the law is applied correctly in his clients’ favor.
Brian Arthur, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Thom is an excellent criminal defense attorney. I have seen him handle cases day in and day out with the utmost professionalism and integrity. I gladly endorse this attorney!
Amanda Mason, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Goolsby is a well respected and accomplished attorney in North Carolina.
Kevin Marcilliat, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Goolsby is an experienced and dedicated advocate for his clients. I endorse him in all areas of criminal defense and personal injury practice.
Richard Kern, Unknown Attorney on Aug 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I first met Thom long before I was an attorney. I was initially impressed with his knowledge and calming effect on those around him. When I first became an attorney, I had a case with Thom as opposing counsel. I was then impressed by his abilities in the courtroom. Honest, hardworking, fair, very skilled, and knowledgeable are just a couple words I would use to describe Thom.
Mark Williams, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Senator Goolsby is an excellent attorney. I have watched him in the Courtroom skillfully cross examine witnesses and often win his case for his client. He truly cares and desires to win. I strongly recommend him.
Robert Hale, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Thomas Goolsby for many years. He is a very experienced and capable criminal defense attorney. He is trustworthy and caring and responsive to his clients' needs.
Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 13, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Thomas. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
Woody White, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 24, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Thom is a tireless advocate for his clients and has earned a reputation as a heavy-weight in the courtroom. His commitment to the community and his vocation is unmatched, and I highly recommend him.
Andrew Olsen, Litigation Attorney on Jun 12, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.