Billy Jay Baity Jr.

Billy Jay Baity Jr.

also known as Bill

4.7
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Statesville, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket ... +2 more

Baity Centre, 910 Crossroads Drive, Statesville, NC

About Billy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

All Serious Felonies, Misdemeanors, Drug Charges, Rape, Larceny, Traffic Tickets, DWI

29 years | 15,000 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 29 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1997

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Location

Law Offices of Bill J. Baity, Jr., PLLC

Baity Centre, 910 Crossroads Drive, Statesville, NC, 28625

Law Offices of Bill J. Baity, Jr., PLLC

Baity Centre, 910 Crossroads Drive, Statesville, NC, 28625

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Billy Jay Baity Jr.'s Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

27 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Baity is your guy!

Bill is at the top of his game in all the best ways possible! He has represented me 2 x’s and I can’t speak enough praise. He exceeded my expectations both times. Oh yea, and he is kind, down to earth, highly intelligent, respectful; he is very likeable as a person. He is an Iredell County GEM ;)

Posted by Georggetta | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

No Follow-Up -- Traffic Ticket

I did not receive notice or follow-up regarding the closure of my case. I was not aware of the continuance until I notified the clerk of court. When I questioned his office about the lack of follow-up, it was reported he sent the notice by mail; that my issue is not with his office but with the posta...l office. I, therefore, face additional fines and reinstatement fees.

Billy Baity

Replied last September 24, 2018

All advertisement letters and website information for case dispositions indicate that a client has 20 days from Administrative court and 40 days from District court to pay their court costs and fines. All clients bear responsibility to know their court dates and to follow up with their case disposition according to the Courts and the NC State Bar. When clients call well after their deadlines for the first time ever to question the outcome of their case, it is clear they received their initial disposition letters and chose to ignore their responsibilities. Any RESPONSIBLE client would make inquiry as to the disposition of their case in court well before their 20 day or 40 day deadlines to pay if they have not received notice of their court case disposition. Many clients actually call the day of court before their case is even resolved to determine the outcome of their case.. We get this excuse periodically from individuals who claim they did not receive notice as to the disposition of their case. Ironically it is always after the clients deadline of 20 days or 40 days to pay their court costs and fines and after they receive a letter from the Clerk of Court and or the NC DMV advising them of their substantial late fees and the potential for suspension of their license. It is clear at that point that payment to the court was being intentionally ignored. A person’s CHARACTER or LACK THERE OF is made clear from their actions. We have helped thousands of happy clients over 20 years. At Baity Law we can only be responsible for our actions, and we stand behind what we do 100%. We cannot be responsible for an individual’s intentional disregard for their obligations after we have fulfilled our obligations.

Posted by JB | January 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent and Discreet

I hired Bill to handle a very delicate situation that I found myself in. Being a professional, I needed it handled correctly and very discreetly. Bill negotiated the best possible outcome and always made sure that my time in the courtroom was minimal as to not expose my situation to others. Bill's... attention to detail, knowledge, and relationships within the courtroom are second to none. I would recommend Bill to anyone who needs a an attorney and certainly to anyone who needs an attorney that has the utmost concern and discretion for his clients.

Posted by york | October 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

nothing but wins!

Attention NC and surrounding area. Bill Baity and his firm have represented me in about 3 cases, all which have been dismissed and disposed of. I'm forever greatful for his diligence ,passion and wisdom of the law and his integrity to his clients.

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Billy Jay Baity Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Benton

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is the consummate professional, an advocate for his clients who can and will try cases to verdict. I endorse this lawyer."

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Ben Thomas

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have heard great things around the community about Mr. Baity. With his name being mentioned positively by many of my clients, I would recommend him after hearing so many positive reviews."

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Mary Mendini

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Met Mr. Baity while in court and found him incredibly helpful, considerate, friendly and funny. We need more lawyers like him. Strongky endorse."

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Aaron Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is wonderful attorney. I would recommend him to handle any criminal matter in Iredell county. His experience and knowledge can not be matched. He takes the time to ensure each of his clients receives the best possible outcome and isn't afraid to take a case to trial and win!"

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J. Pressly Mattox

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill has years of experience defending criminal cases at all levels. He is a dedicated advocate for his clients and a skilled negotiator."

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Dustin McCrary

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is everything you could possibly want in a criminal defense attorney. He works hard for his clients, pays close attention to every detail of their case, and makes sure to do his absolute best every single time. I highly recommend Bill to any person looking for help."

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Richard Webb

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill is a strong, knowledgeable advocate for his clients. I admire his work ethic and the results he gets for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kara McIvor

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Other

"When contacting Mr. Baity's office on behalf of a friend, as I don't handle traffic tickets, I was incredibly impressed with the high level of customer service that was immediately apparent. The young man who took the call was quite personable, listened patiently and then promptly provided answers to all of my questions. I will most certainly refer others to Mr. Baity's office and feel confident that their cases will be handled proficiently and they will be treated well."

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Member Manager, Law Offices of Bill J. Baity, Jr., PLLC

2018 - 2018

Adjunct Professor, Mitchell Community College

1997 - 1998

Adjunct Faculty, Rowan Cabarrus Community College

Associations

2020 - Present

Iredell County Bar Association

President

2014 - 2015

Rotary Club of Troutman

President

2013 - 2014

Rotary Club of Troutman

President-Elect

2013 - 2015

North Carolina Bar Association

22A Local Bar Services Representative

2012 - 2013

Rotary Club of Troutman

Vice President

2012 - 2013

22A Judicial District

President

2011 - 2012

22nd Judicial District

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Serious Felonies and Misdemeanors

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Education

1996

Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

Johnson and Wales University

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1990

Johnson and Wales University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

Mitchell Community College Paralegal Studies

Criminal Law

Languages

Spanish

English

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