About Tara
Biography
I genuinely enjoy practicing law, meeting my clients, and doing my best to solve their problems. Each day brings a new face and a new challenge, and I am honored that I get to spend my days in my beloved hometown advocating for my neighbors. My focus is on traffic law and criminal defense in Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus Counties and traffic law in Robeson County. I am committed to learning something new every day, and I can honestly say that so far in my legal practice, I have done so.
Small town values. Big time results. Passionately defending southeastern North Carolina clients.
Small town values. Big time results. Passionately defending DWIs in southeastern North Carolina.
Zealous advocacy in Domestic Violence Protective Order 50-B and 50-C hearings in southeastern NC.
Concentrating on serious personal injury or mistreatment of inmates in NC prisons and county jails.
Concentrating on wrongful death and mistreatment of inmates in NC prisons and county jails.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
67 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 8 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
Other places you can find Tara online.
Tara M Gore's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 13 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Great traffic attorney
Tara Gore did great on reducing a speeding ticket to a non moving offense. She developed with a strategy before the work week even began and executed it successfully.
Posted by Amanda | November 30, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
Professionalism
Thanks to the Gore law firm! Amazing work! Always professional and prompt. I am so grateful to be represented by this firm. I definitely recommend!!
Posted by Michael | November 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Great experience!
Great experience working with Tara and the team at William C Gore, JR PLLC. Very attentive and efficient.
Posted by Gene | May 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Truly A BLESSING!
I received a Speeding Ticket on I95 and hired Ms. Gore to handle it for me. I was advised by others that a Lawyer can do nothing about it. Well let me tell you....not only was it dismissed......but Paralegal Zilla and Ms. Gore are the sweetest and most professional people you will lever meet! Ms. Go...
Posted by Jeri | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Your search ends here.
Stop reading reviews. This is the law firm you are looking for. Thank you Gore Law firm. I am beyond pleased with my case.
Tara M Gore's Lawyer Endorsements
"Attorney Tara Gore is one of the brightest lawyers I've had the pleasure of being associated with. She is fearless, practical, and well respected throughout the state legal community. Ms. Gore has stood out quickly among our colleague group as a go-to collaborator for DWI cases and I would further recommend her for any criminal defense matter."
"Ms. Gore is a fantastic attorney. She is truly a credit to the profession. I believe she is a true advocate for the needs of her clients. I strongly endorse Attorney Gore."
"Ms. Gore is a sharp attorney who is committed to justice and excellent representation for her clients. Retaining Ms. Gore will never be a mistake."
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DUI and DWI lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Real estate lawyer
Wrongful death lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
General practice lawyer
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Attorney, William C. Gore, Jr. PLLC
2016 - 2017
Student Attorney, UNC Law Immigration Clinic
Associations
2018 - Present
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (Coastal Women Attorneys Chapter)Member
2017 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
2017 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Columbus County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
13th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2017 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Criminal Defense SectionMember
2017 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Immunity granted -- case dismissed by Court with prejudice
Education
2017
JD - Juris Doctor
2014
BA - Bachelor of Arts (Journalism, Peace War & Defense)
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
No prior charges. Charge with armed robbery. how much time can I get?
07 Jun 2018
A potential tenant had a simple assault dismissed by the DA with special condition "RPW". What does RPW mean/stand for?
20 Mar 2018
What are my options for expungement of reckless driving in NC?
27 Jan 2018