William C. Gore Jr.

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William C. Gore Jr.

also known as Bill Gore

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 48 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Whiteville, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +4 more

115 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC

About William

Biography

Retired Superior Court Judge and N.C. Commissioner of DMV. Current trial lawyer in southeastern NC.

40 years licensed as NC attorney. Presided, prosecuted, defended virtually all types of Trials.

Experienced Trial Attorney-Uniquely Qualified- experience as Prosecutor, Judge and DMV Commissioner

Representation in Serious and Catastrophic Personal Injury and Wrongful Death matters.

In Court every day- Former Superior Court Judge and NC DMV Commissioner. 38 years experience.

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 25%

Defending the accused in the full range of criminal matters. Assaults, theft, drug possession, sex offenses, probation violation; with you every step of the way from accepting the warrant through trial or plea and sentencing.

25%
DUI and DWI 25%

Defending Driving While Impaired (DWI) and associated charges including Boating While Impaired and DMV and revoked license issues in Bladen, Brunswick, and Columbus Counties. Extensive technical knowledge DWI trial procedure and sentencing rules.

25%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 15%

Combining the knowledge of DMV and traffic law to handle all types of North Carolina speeding and traffic tickets, license issues and DMV hearings in Bladen, Brunswick and Columbus Counties.

15%
Personal Injury 10%

Representation in catastrophic Personal Injury cases. Concentration on the serious personal injury or mistreatment of inmates in North Carolina prisons and county jails as well as victims of police brutality.

10%
Violent Crime 10%

Representing defendants charged with violent crimes from assault to murder. Extensive knowledge in North Carolina self defense law and the Castle Doctrine

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

Wrongful death lawsuits. Concentration on the wrongful death of inmates in North Carolina prisons and county jails as well as victims of police brutality.

10%
Domestic Violence 5%

Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) 50-B and 50-C hearings as well as criminal charges resulting from domestic violence

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 48 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1977

Active

No misconduct found

Location

William C. Gore, JR. PLLC

115 Courthouse Square, Whiteville, NC, 28472

billgorelaw.com

William C. Gore Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

THE BEST OF THE BEST

I needed legal help asap my father had passed away and I missed my court date for a speeding ticket witch turned into a FTA then turned into my licenses being suspended long story short a very reasonable fee for there service and assistance I didnt not have to appear in court i maintained my full tim...e job and they handled everything in a very fast timely manner 5 starts all the way cant go wrong here

Posted by Greg | January 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Professional and efficient

Attorney William Gore and his assistant Zilla Taylor quickly and efficiently handled my speeding ticket. The response to my inquiry was prompt and thorough. After providing the initial information they handled everything and had the charge changed to improper equipment. I would ask for his assistance... again if I had a need in Columbus County.

Posted by Steve | October 1, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding Attorney and Staff

Mr. Gore represented my 18 year old daughter on reckless driving and speeding citations (90 in a 70 MPH zone). We live out of state but Mr. Gore and his paralegal Zilla were absolutely a pleasure to work with. They were patient and prompt in their responses to my many questions. Mr. Gore was even ...able to appear for my daughter as this was a mandatory court appearance citation. In the end, Mr. Gore was able to get the reckless driving citation dismissed and the speeding reduced to improper equipment. I would highly recommend Mr. Gore to anyone needing a defense or traffic citation attorney in the NC area.

Posted by Heather Q | March 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Lawyer

Mr Gore represented my 18 year old son on a careless and reckless and speeding 99 in a 70. He got the careless and reckless dismissed and the speeding reduced to a 79 in a 70. We cannot thank Mr Gore enough. We would definitely use him again and recommend him to everyone.

Posted by Amber | November 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Speeding Citation

I hired Mr. Gore to represent my son on a speeding citation. His paralegal Zilla was great to work with and we got the results we were looking for. I would highly recommend this firm.

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William C. Gore Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Bill Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've referred numerous cases to Bill Gore over the years. He is responsive, polite, and has always been willing to help in Bladen County NC. Bill Powers Charlotte Criminal Defense & DWI Lawyer CarolinaAttorneys.com"

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John High

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"As good a criminal, DUI/DWI attorney as you can find in Southeastern North Carolina. Extensive experience, well respected and has a thorough and detailed base of knowledge in this area."

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Tara Gore

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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George Nickel

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A great law firm! The place to go for criminal defense matters in Columbus County."

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David Tedder

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Highly recommended for anything criminal or civil. Considerable experience and unquestioned integrity."

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J. Powell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Bill Gore with my highest recommendation both personally and professionally."

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Harold Pope

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A fine man and a fine lawyer."

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Santana Miller

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John High

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Tara Gore

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2009

"Chain Gang" Award, NC Department of Transportation

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, WILLIAM C. GORE JR PLLC

2012 - 2013

Member, Hill and Gore PLLC

2009 - 2012

Of Counsel, Hill and High LLP

2007 - 2009

Commissioner, NC Division of Motor Vehicles

1991 - 2007

Senior Resident Superior Court Judge, NC Superior Court

1980 - 1990

Chief District Court Judge, NC District Court

1980 - 1980

Associate, McGougan and Wright

1978 - 1980

Assistant District Attorney, NC District Attorney_ 13th District

1977 - 1978

Partner, Sauls and Gore, Attorneys

Associations

2014 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

National Association of Public Defenders

Member

2011 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2009 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Member

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1977 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

2007 - 2008

American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators

First Vice President

1991 - 2007

North Carolina Conference of Superior Court Judges

Member

1980 - 1990

North Carolina District Court Judges Association

Member

1977 - 1980

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In Re: Estate of Michael Kerr

Settled in pretrial mediation---2.5 million dollars

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Education

1977

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

AB - Applied Baccalaureate

Speaking Engagements

1995

Spring 1995 Superior Court Judges Conference

Criminal Case Management- A New Approach

Languages

English

Activity

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