Albert M. Messer

Albert M. Messer

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

40 Clayton St, Asheville, NC

About Albert

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Al Messer is a Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal law. He has represented 1000's of people ranging from Capital murder to DWI. He has tried hundreds of cases. He is aggressive and has the experience, knoweledge and skill to achieve the best results possible.

29 years | 1,000 cases

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DUI and DWI 50%

Attorney Al Messer is a Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal law and has successfully defended individuals charged with Driving While Impaired. He has won many cases at trial and has the experience, skill and knowledge necessary.

29 years | 1,000 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 29 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1997

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Law Offices of Albert M. Messer

40 Clayton St, Asheville, NC, 28801-2424

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Albert M. Messer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

41 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

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listen up ladies and Gents if you are in need of a Lawyer who is straight to the point, professional, and will apply his vast experience in the field to making sure you get the best outcome then look no further. I was facing a very serious charge and looking at losing rights and doing some serious ti...me if found guilty. Met with Al and he shot it to me straight and even told me that there was no need to see him again unless i had serious issues ( because it cost each time you meet with an attorney of course). He told me his assistant Ms Sarah Johnson would be able to handle any ? i had and reach him at any time in order to save my wallet. The results of my case were a dismissal of a felony charge. Don't even hire anyone else just do yourself a favor and do a little research and you will see that this guy is the equivalent of the CLOSER. 100 percent professional and courteous and i am grateful. This type of service is hard to find, o and one more thing the price was outstanding.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great attorney, and good man

I can't imagine a better demonstration of the value of experience than was shown in the counsel and legal defense Al Messer provided to me and my family. We came to him facing a situation that to us was outlandish, frightening, and infuriating -- but it was one he'd seen dozens of times and he knew e...xactly how to handle my case. Al was unfailingly forthright in giving us a realistic sense of the prospects and risks present at each stage of the process, and in the end was able to deliver the outcome -- complete exoneration -- I needed to move on with my life. I'm profoundly grateful to Al and his assistant Sara for their work on my behalf, and I recommend Messer Law Firm wholeheartedly.

Posted by anonymous | March 13, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

The best!

A few years ago I was wrongfully charged with a crime in Henderson county. With a recommendation from a close friend I consulted and hired Al. My case was dismissed and I was vindicated from any wrong doing. I am forever grateful!

Posted by Lainey | January 14, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Incredible Results!

I hired Al Messer to represent me for my second offense of DWI in a five year period. I felt like I had no chance of taking my case to trial, much less winning it. Thanks to Mr. Messer my case was dismissed. I hired him because several friends of mine at the courthouse told me he would be their first... choice for a DWI case. A police officer even told me that Mr. Messer was ruthless in the courtroom. He truly lived up to his reputation. I honestly believe that I would have been convicted of a second DWI if I had hired anyone but him for the job and I would recommend him to anyone. Incredible results.

Posted by Nicole | September 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A lawyer and firm who truly CARES!

We hired Mr. Messer after my husband was arrested in the Asheville area. We were both scared and did not know what to expect from the entire situation. We are a young family and were so worried that the charges pending against my husband would follow him for the rest of his life. Al put our minds at ...ease and worked diligently to get the charges dismissed, which they were. His legal assistant Sara, helped to calm a worried wife's nerves on just about a weekly basis. She got me through it! All e-mails and phone calls were returned promptly. We feel as though they truly cared about our family. We never once felt like just a number or just another case. We are so incredibly thankful that we chose Messer Law and would recommend them to anyone!

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Albert M. Messer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Suzanne Nelson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Mr. Messer in action in the courtroom, and you will be very well represented if you are lucky enough to get him on your case. He goes the extra mile for his clients and cares about the outcome."

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Rebecca Nelson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"This is the lawyer a lawyer would hire if he got charged with DWI."

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Robert Reeves

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very impressive credentials and willing to try cases in court. Is also responsive to phone calls and emails. Would recommend highly."

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Bill Powers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Al Messer is a "Lawyer's Lawyer." He has a sharp legal mind, quick wit and personable demeanor. I consider myself lucky to count him as a friend. Al is known within the legal community as a legal scholar. He enjoys the process of researching and arguing cases. There are few attorneys out there whom possess a greater and/or more thorough knowledge of the law. His subtle sense of humor is refreshing. I enjoy seeing him in court, especially in Chambers when we can catch up and discuss developing trends in the Courts. Al isn't afraid to take on complex, difficult legal issues or causes. I would not hesitate to send him a case, especially one involving a serious felony in Buncombe County. Bill Powers www.PowersMcCartan.com [email protected]"

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Marcus Hill

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Al for over 10 years, and have regularly referred him cases. He is a smart and crafty advocate, who will work until he achieves success, whether the fee he was paid justifies that or not.He is an excellent choice for a traffic or criminal matter."

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Tony Rollman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Al is a great lawyer who works hard for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Sheffron

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great lawyer. Al is very honest, trustworthy, and most importantly cares about his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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J. Amburgey

Criminal defense lawyer

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Rebecca Nelson

Child custody lawyer

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Scott Sheffron

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Reeves

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Bill Powers

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Marcus Hill

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Tony Rollman

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Board Certified Specialist in State & Federal Criminal Law 2006, North Carolina State Bar

2013

2013 Nationally Ranked Top Ten Attorney Award, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2013

Top Lawyers in North Carolina, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Top Lawyers in North Carolina, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Attorney, Messer Law Firm

1998 - 1999

Assistant District Attorney, Buncombe County District Attorney's Office

1997 - 1998

Associate, Brown and Moore

Associations

2000 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Attorney Member

Education

1996

University of Arkansas

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

University of South Carolina

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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