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Douglas Perry Edwards
also known as Doug Edwards
About Douglas
Biography
Doug began his career as an assistant district attorney in Asheville, North Carolina where he worked for over 10 years. He served as Chief Assistant District Attorney for the last year as a prosecutor.
Doug has vast experience handling cases ranging from low level misdemeanors to complex felonies including first-degree murder. Doug has a particular focus in DUI/DWI defense including felony impaired driving cases.
Doug is a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law. He is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Doug Edwards offers unparalleled experience and ability to negotiate favorable outcomes. He is a highly experienced trial lawyer who will fight hard to protect your rights, and achieve positive results no matter the circumstances.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 14 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Edwards Law, PLLC
22 S. Pack Square, Suite 1200, Asheville, NC, 28801
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion
Posted by Elizabeth | July 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Couldn’t have asked for Better
My son was facing serious allegations. We contacted Doug when we were contacted by police detectives. He immediately went to work for our son. Doug was responsive, professional, and compassionate. Thankfully for his expertise, working relationships, and in depth knowledge my son was able to avoid a v...
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Douglas Perry Edwards's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have tried cases with and against dozens of attorneys in Western North Carolina - Doug Edwards is easily one of the most qualified and professional trial attorneys in Western North Carolina, unmatched even by those with decades more experience. His professionalism is unmatched, and furthermore, he is a genuinely good, honest person. No individual will go wrong hiring Doug Edwards."
Nick Benjamin
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Board Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, North Carolina State Bar
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Attorney, Edwards Law, PLLC
2020 - 2022
Chief Assistant District Attorney, Buncombe County District Attorney's Office
2011 - 2022
Assistant District Attorney, Buncombe County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2022 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
2022 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Education
2011
North Carolina Central University
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
Wingate University
BS - Bachelor of Science