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    Susan N. Surles

    Susan N. Surles

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Rating:  7.4
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    Karen J. Adams

    Karen J. Adams

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Got a ticket for a b.s. larceny charge and it was not going to work out good for me that what I get for being ignorant on on my behalf and that's what I explained to her she immediately told me what to do.. Other than the price being HIGH on her p..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Criminal defense lawyers represent clients at every stage of a criminal case: investigation, arrest, arraignment, plea bargaining, trial, and appeal. They assess evidence, protect constitutional rights, negotiate reduced charges or sentences, cross-examine witnesses, raise defenses, file motions, and advocate to minimize penalties or obtain acquittals.

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    Douglas A. Smith

    Douglas A. Smith

    4.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Mediation, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "If you are looking for someone to represent you in a criminal matter this is a great lawyer to look at. He offers reasonable rates and can get you a fair deal. If you have civil dealings this would not be a good choice. He basically dropped the ba..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Deborah B. Koenig

    Deborah B. Koenig

    3.511 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 42 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Support, Child Abuse and more
    Review: "She is just what you are looking for if you want someone who will be honest and upfront. She doesn't sugar coat things but tells you what possible outcome you will have going to court and if she knows who the other attorney is what tactics they wi..."
    Rating:  7.6
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    Jacob E. Setzer

    Jacob E. Setzer

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "I've been using Mr. Setzer for over a year now and I recommend him to everyone I know. He's the first lawyer I've ever had represent me that I could tell actually cared about my situation. He's gone above and beyond in every instance and I could n..."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Roy Arnold Dawson

    Roy Arnold Dawson

    3.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "My husband and I hired Roy Dawson to help us with a case involving our grandchildren. We had already been through a lot and needed someone to fight for our rights as grandparents. Roy Dawson took our case. He took all the details and went to work ..."
    Rating:  6.9
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    Brian K. Brooks

    Brian K. Brooks

    4.97 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Real Estate, Criminal Defense and more
    Review: "Words elude me to explain how amazed I was when I contacted Brian Brooks. He was able to help me resolve my speed ticket issues in a timely manner. He’s the guy for the job, I strongly recommend him"
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    Lewis R. Fadely

    Lewis R. Fadely

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Real Estate and more
    Review: "Contacted Mr. Fadely for a speeding ticket. I am not from Chatham County. Of course in NC when you get a ticket you get 1000 things in the mail. His was the most professional. Fantastic to work with. Clear and concise on the phone. Explained my si..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    David Michael O'Bryan

    David Michael O'Bryan

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Review: "He was recommended by a friend and I made the right choice. I was very scared and stressed out about my charges but he made me feel a lot better from our first meeting. I really felt like he cared about the case and I appreciate everything"
    Rating:  5.6
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    Katherine Bruce Harris Dare

    Katherine Bruce Harris Dare

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Domestic Violence and more
    Bio: The Dare Law FIrm is a small local law firm dedicated to the needs of our clients and their families. We serve Buncombe, Henderson, Transylvania, Polk and surrounding Western North Carolina counties. Please give us a call regarding any concerns or...
    Rating:  7.2
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    David Andrew Creech

    David Andrew Creech

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, General Practice
    Bio: Founded in 2011, the David Creech Law Firm focuses primarily on immigration and nationality law and criminal defense. We are located downtown Wilmington, in close proximity to the state and federal courthouses, which allows us to efficiency serve ...
    Rating:  9.7
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    John W. Kirkman

    John W. Kirkman

    4.34 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 49 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Business
    Review: "John was an absolute pleasure to work with. Constant reassurance from him during the entire process and all charges dismissed! I would 100% recommend him and his office for any legal needs you ore your family may need!"
    Rating:  6.5
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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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    Jack W. Stewart

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    Jack W. Stewart

    3.39 reviews
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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Jack is one of the best attorneys in Western North Carolina. He is highly respected, something he has earned over his many years practicing law. He knows the law, but almost just as important, he is level-headed and can see you through the storm y..."
    Rating:  6.7
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    John Daren Pritchard

    John Daren Pritchard

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
    Bio: For more than twenty-two years I worked as a prosecutor, first for the state of North Carolina and then as an Assistant United States Attorney. But I needed a change. My soul needed a change. I founded The Pritchard Firm at the onset of 2024 becau...
    Rating:  7.6
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    James Ryan Hawes

    James Ryan Hawes

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas: Litigation, Appeals, Corporate and Incorporation and more
    Review: "James Hawes represented my father in a federal case my dad was facing a possible 25-life sentence at his first court appearance within 1 year on my dads sentencing date he was given time served. James Hawes is an awesome attorney I know for sure t..."
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    Nicholas Anthony Ziolkowski

    Nicholas Anthony Ziolkowski

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI and DWI, Juvenile Law and more
    Review: "Thank you for handling my DUI. You are great!"
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    Kathryn S. Lindley

    Kathryn S. Lindley

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Rating:  7.5
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    Jeffrey Joseph Blick

    Jeffrey Joseph Blick

    4.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: You need legal help. Come experience law that cares. From traffic to domestic, criminal to personal injury, let our personalized approach work for you. Blick Law - a better law. Call or email today!
    Rating:  6.4
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    James J. Exum

    James J. Exum

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Car Accidents and more
    Review: "Attorney Exum was hired by my father to represent him in a wrongful death lawsuit, in which my motherbpassed away. My sisters and I became his clients, upon the passing of my father in the midst of the case. Mr. Exum displayed a very unprofessiona..."
    Rating:  6.5
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