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    Andrew Gordon

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    Andrew Gordon

    3.45 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "My job involves attorneys every day and I was a little reluctant at first to hire Attorney Andrew Gordon but I do not regret any part of my decision. Attorney Andrew Gordon and his staff River Bonaficio are both incredible. They kept me appraised ..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    David M. Schweppe

    David M. Schweppe

    4.85 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "My son received a traffic citation and I was referred to this firm by another attorney. The matter was resolved in a timely and efficient manner. Both m son and I were well informed of the proceedings and how he would be able to defend my son in c..."
    Rating:  8.4
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    Kehinde Abena Watford

    Kehinde Abena Watford

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Family
    Bio: Kehinde Watford earned her J.D. Degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2006. Ms. Watford believed that in starting her own practice, she could be more effective in helping people deal with a variety of legal issues. In 2007...
    Rating:  7.4
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    Michael G. Whitfield

    Michael G. Whitfield

    5.04 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: Greg grew up in Durham, North Carolina. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Greg attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law. Af...
    Rating:  7.9
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    Sally M. Waters

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    Sally M. Waters

    4.58 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Drug Crime and more
    Bio: Sally McClure Waters has deep connections to Asheville, NC, her hometown, where she laid the foundations of her education and career. After graduating from Asheville High School and obtaining her undergraduate degree from UNC Asheville, she pursue...
    Rating:  6.6
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    Benjamin E. Lefever

    Benjamin E. Lefever

    5.06 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Ben grew up in Pinehurst. Upon graduation from law school in 1988 Ben began living in and practicing law in Fayetteville. Ben began his career as an associate attorney with a local firm and later as a partner in the firm of Lockamy and LeFever. Du...
    Rating:  6.8
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    George G Gerding

    George G Gerding

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Military Law
    Review: "Mr Gerding really helped me out of a hard space and gave me a second opportunity. Great guy, great lawyer. Two good kids + he is a good father. 10/10 would reccomend."
    Rating:  7.3
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    Kelli Yvonne Allen

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    Kelli Yvonne Allen

    5.010 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Elder Law and more
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    Rating:  7.4
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    Sarah Lynne Shoaf

    Sarah Lynne Shoaf

    4.36 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Sarah has been such an amazing Attorney, She listened and followed through with all her professional compassion with my case. We are still in battle with my Divorce, but know the outcome will be more than amazing with her by my side. This Attorney..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Keith David Rouse

    Keith David Rouse

    5.027 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I was born and raised here in Goldsboro. I spent many non-school days as a child and as a young man going to court with my dad in the Wayne County Court House. I thank God I had the opportunity to see some brilliant passionate lawyers at such a yo...
    Rating:  6.7
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    Donald R. Stroud

    Donald R. Stroud

    5.04 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "I can't say enough kind words of Mr. Stroud, he truly holds up his end. Doesn't sugar coat n to point. If all legal aid / gov. Was as he is we be much better off."
    Rating:  7.2
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    M. Anthony Burts

    M. Anthony Burts

    4.714 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "Excellent attorney he will definitely go the extra mile. It took some time to get my license back but he never gave up, he was always patient and most of all consistent"
    Rating:  6.9
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    Christian Bennett Thomas

    Christian Bennett Thomas

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation and more
    Review: "Christian was extremely professional and trustworthy. He made me very prepared as to what would happen with my case and walked me through every step so there would be no confusion. I would definitely hire him if I ever need an attorney in the future."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Bradley K. Hodgins

    Bradley K. Hodgins

    5.07 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Child Support and more
    Bio: I have lived in and been serving Anson County since 1995. I represent clients in Anson (County seat Wadesboro), Richmond (County seat Rockingham) and Stanly (County seat Albemarle) Counties.
    Rating:  6.7
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    Douglas L. Hall

    Douglas L. Hall

    4.938 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Wills & Living Wills, Real Estate and more
    Bio: At Hall & Hall, we want to provide you the help you need, when you need it most! We know your time is valuable, and we encourage clients and potential clients to email us any time, in addition to calling, faxing, or making an in-person appointment...
    Rating:  8.1
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    Roger L. Crowe

    Roger L. Crowe

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Construction & Development, DUI & DWI
    Bio: For over 30 years, Roger L. Crowe has represented tens of thousands of clients. He has earned a reputation as a fierce trial attorney with an impressive track record of successes, even in complex charges involving serious felonies. Mr. Crowe has b...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ricky W. Champion

    Ricky W. Champion

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I hired Mr.Champion to defend my daughter. He was professional and straight forward from the beginning.. Easy to talk to and easy to reach. Very deligent, stays on top of the case. And wants the best for his clients. I would definitely recommend M..."
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    Kelley Louise Gondring

    Kelley Louise Gondring

    4.36 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: A compassionate advocate, I am an experienced and effective litigator who understands that knowing when to fight is just as important as knowing how to fight. For the last decade, I have guided my clients as they face divorcing their spouse or as ...
    Rating:  9.0
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    Joseph Alexander Marshall

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    Joseph Alexander Marshall

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Expungement, Family and more
    Bio: Joseph Alexander “Alex” Marshall is a 2015 graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Law at Chapel Hill and earned his undergraduate cum laude from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Alex is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Law...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Michael D. Cleaves

    Michael D. Cleaves

    5.06 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: When you retain our talented, versatile lawyer to represent you for a criminal, personal injury or workplace accident matter, you are tapping into Michael D. Cleaves's 15 years of experience and reputation for results. The Law Office of Michael D....
    Rating:  7.2
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