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    New Hanover County Has 94 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 834 Reviews

    Carl B. Nagle

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    Carl B. Nagle

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident and more
    Former Claims Adjuster - Former Insurance Defense Lawyer We only handle vehicle injury cases!
    Rating:  7.2
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    Steve R. Porter

    Steve R. Porter

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He helped me obtain my NC license after it was put on hold due to issues with my California Drivers license. He recommended some resolutions to help straighten out any California issues. I was then able to obtain my drivers license in NC after th..."
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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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    Ashley Lawrence Holliday

    Ashley Lawrence Holliday

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Elder Law, Family and more
    Review: "In my opinion Ms Lawrence-Holiday did an outstanding job going against very difficult odds. And won our case with outstanding results. Thank you very much."
    Rating:  6.4
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    George F. Jones

    George F. Jones

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "We Highly Recommended Frank Jones Wilmington NC. He was knowledgeable and fare. Helped us out with a complex case which consist and multiple counts. Not only Traffic Violations, I would recommend Mr. Jones for any Criminal Justice, Personal Injury..."
    Rating:  6.8
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    David Andrew Creech

    David Andrew Creech

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 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:  9.2
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    Wayne J. Payne

    Wayne J. Payne

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Military Law
    Bio: W. James Payne is a fearless criminal trial lawyer. Mr. Payne is also a retired Colonel of United States Marines, serving his country for over 30 years as a Reserve Officer and very active trial lawyer. Mr. Payne's practice is defending the crimin...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Scott Stephen Donaldson

    Scott Stephen Donaldson

    5.01 review
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, Probate
    Review: "With over 10 years of experience in law enforcement, Scott brings to the table a wealth of practical knowledge. So if you are in need of a talented attorney, give him a call."
    Rating:  5.6
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    Gintaras Kazys Krulikas

    Gintaras Kazys Krulikas

    5.0131 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Being charged with a crime in North Carolina can be a very stressful experience, especially if it involves the complex web of North Carolina's DWI laws. As the Managing Partner of Minick Law, P.C.'s Wilmington office, I strive to provide detailed ...
    Rating:  10
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    Bruce A. Mason

    Bruce A. Mason

    4.9105 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "I have hired Mr. Mason on 3 occasions. One not guilty and 2 dismissed by the DA. Bruce is a fighter, not once did he suggest taking a plea, and I was always confident that he would win and had my best interest at heart."
    Rating:  9.9
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    James Whitfield Mcgee

    James Whitfield Mcgee

    4.999 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Car Accidents
    Bio: James W. McGee Jr. of the McGee Law Firm, located in historic downtown Wilmington, NC handles DWI/DUI law as well as personal injury, traffic, and drug litigation. The McGee Law Firm handles DWI cases in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties ...
    Rating:  9.4
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    David Kenneth Gross

    David Kenneth Gross

    4.936 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: David Gross graduated from Lakeview High School in St. Clair Shores, Michigan in 1992 where he was on the football and swimming team. David graduated Summa Cum Laude from Mount Olive College in Mount Olive, N.C. with a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Da...
    Rating:  9.8
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    William Gray Smith

    William Gray Smith

    4.931 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Family and more
    Bio: I am passionate about serving as a voice for those in need, and I look forward to serving you. Since becoming an attorney, I have zealously advocated for my clients in the areas of criminal defense and family law. My criminal practice includes fel...
    Rating:  6.4
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    Kevin Matthew Marcilliat

    Kevin Matthew Marcilliat

    4.858 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Kevin Marcilliat is an award-winning state and federal criminal defense attorney who has handled criminal cases in more than 70 counties across North Carolina and all three federal districts. Known for taking on complex cases including adult and c...
    Rating:  10
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    Grayson Howard Cheek

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    Grayson Howard Cheek

    4.845 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI and more
    For Passionate & Experienced Criminal Defense Call Attorney Grayson H. Cheek Today (910) 338-0864!
    Rating:  9.7
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    Alexander M. Hall

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    Alexander M. Hall

    4.84 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 48 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Class Action, Litigation and more
    Review: "After a DWI arrest I was referred to Alex Hall by few different people who had successful outcomes in their cases and highly recommended Mr. Hall. I was advised he's the best and the guy you want. After an apeal in district court we lost a motion ..."
    Rating:  7.1
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    Thomas C. Goolsby

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    Thomas C. Goolsby

    4.622 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Trusted Defense Attorney & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.
    Rating:  8.4
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    Geoffrey W. Hosford

    Geoffrey W. Hosford

    4.611 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Appeals
    Review: "Mr. Hosford was a referral through a trusted friend and I couldn't thank them enough. Even before I had hired Mr. Hosford he was committed to my case. He was patient with me and let me give him way more details than he needed. He listened, and tha..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Andrew Thomas Nettleman

    Andrew Thomas Nettleman

    4.58 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Andrew grew up in Wilmington, NC and graduated in three years from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science before attending Elon University School of Law. While at Elon Law, Andrew w...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Joel Merritt Wagoner

    Joel Merritt Wagoner

    4.34 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: It is rare to find a highly accessible criminal justice lawyer who also obtains jury trial experience. Attorney J. Merritt Wagoner has both, and more. He earned his J.D. from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in 2004, and soon applied his knowled...
    Rating:  6.8
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    Benjamin W. Deaver

    Benjamin W. Deaver

    4.25 reviews
    New Hanover County Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI
    Review: "I got a drinking ticket downtown in Wilmington. A friend suggested I call Deaver Law Firm. Mr. Deaver was so nice and his assistant was too :) I hope I don't get another ticket for anything, but if I do, I'm totally calling them."
    Rating:  7.6
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