Richard Scott Girdwood

Richard Scott Girdwood

5.0
Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 21 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Wilmington, NC
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

4626 Market St., Wilmington, NC

About Richard

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Simply being accused of a crime can change your life. The penalties of a conviction can haunt you for years after you’ve served your sentence and may affect what kinds of jobs you’re able to obtain and even where you’re allowed to live. Call now.

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Are facing jail time as the result of multiple drunk driving convictions? Did you lose your license after being charged with DUI? Attorney Girdwood will work hard to help you avoid jail, keep your license and keep all charges off your record.

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Mr. Girdwood is dedicated to representing individuals who have been seriously injured due to the negligent or deliberately harmful actions of others. He has helped many victims obtain the compensation they deserve. Give him a call.

25%
Workers Compensation 25%

Individuals who are injured as a result of an accident during their employment have the right to receive compensation for their injuries. Attorney Girdwood will fight for the benefits and earnings that you are eligible for.

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 21 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Girdwood & Williams

4626 Market St., Wilmington, NC, 28405

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Richard Scott Girdwood's Reviews

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4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Ryan | February 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

DUI Defense

Mr. Girdwood is as sharp as you can get. He got my license back immediately by understanding individual rights of those accused. Scott also understood the federal laws and parameters surrounding road blocks, license checks, and the legal measure that local law enforcement must prove to before legally... setting up those “routine block and stops”. If you want a lawyer who is studied, has a ton of experience, and understands strategy he is your guy. He is smarter then the guys and gals who play on the other team and does everything he can to get the win!

Posted by Jessi | July 30, 2015

Jessi

Extremely professional, put things in layman's terms for me and walked me through the entire process. He ended up winning my case and I have been referring everyone I know to him ever since.

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2015

Highly Recommend!!!!

I would like to say that Scott Girdwood is top notch in my book. I was faced with a DUI and was terrified of the legal ramifications, shame, embarrassment and affects that a guilty charge would have on my professional career as well as the impact on my family. Scott talked me through the entire proc...ess from day one through the successful dismissal of my case. I was pleased with my experience with Scott from the first phone call I made to his office. He is extremely professional and I felt 100% certain that he had my best interests in mind daily in pursuit of winning my case. His courtroom manner is exceptional and it is obvious that he is highly regarded among his colleagues. His expert experience and knowledge of the law was critical in my case and I am so thankful to have had Scott represent me in my case. I will never be able to repay him for the saving grace that he was for my family and I. I am so thankful to have had a sharp and skillful attorney at my side. I highly recommend Scott Girdwood if you are looking for polished attorney with the professionalism to get the job done.

Posted by Mario | July 11, 2011

DUI Specialist

Mostly did everything over the phone because i was deployed and he was always updating me on the progress. Took care of everything. Highly recommend.

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Richard Scott Girdwood's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Buscemi

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Scott for many years and have always been impressed by his devotion to his practice, his thorough knowledge of the law, and his practical expertise navigating the local court system to find effective solutions on behalf of his clients."

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed with Mr. Girdwood's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Alex Nicely

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"While still working at the District Attorney's Office, I was opposing counsel to Scott on numerous occasions. Scott was always courteous, knowledgeable and professional. But more importantly, Scott was, and still is, a very effective advocate for his clients. I strongly endorse him."

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Dennis Sullivan

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a conscientious and knowledgeable lawyer who cares about his clients. I highly endorse Scott Girdwood."

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James Jackson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have regularly referred clients faced with criminal and DWI issues in the greater Wilmington, NC area to Scott. All of those clients have reported back to me their appreciation for referring Scott due to his top-notch representation. I appreciate that I can trustingly refer good clients to Scott and he will make every necessary effort to get them the best-possible result. Without hesitation I endorse this lawyer."

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David Collins

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Scott Girdwood. He is a passionate advocate for his clients and gets great results."

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James Price

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Scott to all my clients who may have sustained an injury in an accident, and for many other important legal matters as well. Great lawyer and well respected in the legal community!"

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Woody White

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is a great attorney - well liked in the local community, and knowledgeable in the law. I highly recommend him."

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James Blanton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Scott is an excellent trial attorney. He achieves many successes for his clients. I routinely refer co-defendants to Scott."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Gregory Buscemi

Employment and labor lawyer

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Alex Nicely

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Snow

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Jackson

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Ames Chamberlin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Daniel Roberts

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Price

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Collins

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Woody White

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Benjamin Williams

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James Blanton

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

"10 Best" DUI/DWI Law Attorney for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Partner, Girdwood & Williams, PLLC

2004 - 2013

Associate, Mako & Associates, PA

2003 - 2003

Intern, Wake County District Attorney's Office

2003 - 2003

Clerk, Millberg Gordon Stewart, PLLC

Associations

2013 - Present

North Carolina Dispute Resoliution Commission

NC Certified Mediator

2004 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

2004 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2004 - Present

New Hanover County Bar Association

Member

Education

2004

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

North Carolina State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2006

Campbell Law Review Place Your BetsOn the Keyboard: Are Internet Casinos Legal?

Languages

English

Spanish

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