Top Rated Rowan County, NC Criminal Defense Lawyers

In Rowan County, North Carolina, there are 37 criminal defense lawyers available with 284+ reviews, ratings and specialties. Best‑reviewed attorneys appear first. Cities within the county are listed below for a more focused search.

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Rowan County Has 37 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 284 Reviews

Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: James is the right choice for the client seeking a blend of experience, academics, peer recognition, and wisdom. His experience includes not guilty verdicts in capital and non-capital murders; $2.29 million, $2.25 million, and other six-figure civ...

Rating: 10

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: I am a proud third generation Rowan County attorney and am licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and Virginia. I focus primarily on Driving While Impaired defense, criminal defense, and general trial litigation. To date, I have tried hun...

Rating: 9.1

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Rowan County, NC

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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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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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Bio: Ryan Stowe is the managing attorney at Stowe Law Firm, PLLC, and a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law through the North Carolina State Bar. He is proud to practice in his hometown of Salisbury, North Carolina, where he stands as a fi...

Rating: 10

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "I'm glad I hired Jeff for my separation and divorce. He patiently and thoroughly answered all my questions (even when I interrupted his lunch break, lol). Also, he worked within my budget. He genuinely cares about people. I would highly recommend ..."

Rating: 6.7

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Family and more

Review: "I had never been in trouble before and had several trafficking, conspiracy, and obtain CS by forgery charges and was looking at more than 40 years in prison. I was given his name by another attorney in SC, and from the first day I met him, I didn'..."

Rating: 6.6

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 35 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Bio: After graduating from Catawba College with degrees in Accounting and Political Science/Pre-Law, I attended Campbell University School of Law in Buies Creek, North Carolina where I receive my law degree in 1990. I was admitted to the North Carolina...

Rating: 7.6

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Rowan County 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: 5.3

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Review: "I have been fighting for my disability for 6 years. A year or so ago I was given Mr Hoffman's number as a referral from a friend. I had almost given up hope. With his ready staff and honest hard work, we did it!! I was found fully favorable . I r..."

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more

Review: "During a very stressful time, dealing with criminal and family law issues we couldn't have been happier with the law office of Ashley Andrews! She was very informative, responsive and detail oriented. Regardless of how busy she was we felt as thou..."

Rating: 6.9

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 3 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: Jake Kruger is an experienced North Carolina trial attorney whose practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, DWI/DUI defense, and all traffic violations. Jake is a Salisbury Native and graduate of Salisbury High School. After graduating fro...

Rating: 6.8

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Violent Crime, White Collar Crime and more

Bio: Jason has been practicing criminal law since 2005. Jason graduated from Charlotte Country Day School, and received his undergraduate degree from Duke University. After graduating with a J.D. cum laude from the University of Illinois, Jason began w...

Rating: 7.9

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more

Review: "The Law Office of Ryan B. Addison was attentive and knowledgeable and I felt all the personal and case related concerns I had were heard and addressed. I am from out of town and was anxious about being represented without being present. I was kept..."

Rating: 7.9

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 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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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Landlord & Tenant and more

Bio: Matthew J. Barton is a former law enforcement officer turned attorney. In addition to his practice of law, Mr. Barton is an avid student and and black belt in Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Do. Mr. Barton also holds a 5th Degree black belt in Trias Shur...

Rating: 6.7

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Criminal Defense and more

Review: "We are so grateful for the time and care shown to our family. Even though he wasn’t able to take our case, he took the time to review our exhibits, offer thoughtful feedback, and point us toward helpful resources. His kindness, integrity, and will..."

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Bio: I believes it is very important for clients facing legal issues or concerns to understand fully the available options. I am dedicated to helping you understand the options available and counseling you through the most difficult times.I understand ...

Rating: 6.6

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Probate and more

Rating: 6.9

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Family and more

Rating: 6.5

Call for a consultation(844) 957-3709

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more

Rating: 6.8

Call for a consultation(888) 616-4591

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Rowan County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 53 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, General Practice, Personal Injury and more

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