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Wake County Has 323 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 3135 Reviews

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years

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

Bio: James is a Wake County criminal defense attorney with extensive experience defending against driving while impaired charges, traffic violations, probation violations, drug offenses, and a wide variety of felony and misdemeanor allegations. He is a...

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(833) 322-3138

James Prescott Little's Website

Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Sex Crime, Violent Crime and more

Bio: With more than 10 years of experience in some of North Carolina’s most serious and notorious cases, we have a proven track-record of securing outstanding results for our clients. In September 2020, Damon Chetson won three gun charges in one of the...

Rating: 10

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Criminal Defense Lawyers in Wake 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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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

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

Drug Offenses, Domestic Violence Offenses, Theft, White Collar Crime, etc.

Rating: 8.8

Call for a consultation(833) 715-3885

Keith Brentten Metz's Website

Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Business and more

Bio: I enjoy spending time with my two dogs, Maverick and Goose, when I'm not working. I also love to garden and entertain in my backyard. I love to travel overseas and am hoping to visit Denmark and Amsterdam in the next year.

Rating: 10

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years

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

Review: "I am in shock that she has only 3 reviews and 3 stars. If I could, she deserve 100 stars. God first, and she's second. THANK YOU."

Rating: 7.4

Call for a consultation(844) 910-3509

Catherine Peebles's Website

Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Immigration and more

Review: "Mr.Stillo cares about his clients, and will work around the clock to get the results his clients deserve."

Rating: 7.8

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

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

Review: "5 stars aren’t nearly enough! Attorney Chen has represented me twice. 1 speeding ticket/1 bumper thump. He’s professional, affordable, reliable & EFFECTIVE."

Rating: 7.4

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 37 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration, Business and more

Won freedom for a Mexican worker after two years hard fought battle. Won a pardon and asylums.

Rating: 8.9

Call for a consultation(919) 694-4459

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

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

Whether you're charged with a minor misdemeanor or a serious felony, I will defend you zealously.

Rating: 10

Call for a FREE consultation(855) 908-1159

Robert H. Hale's Website

Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years

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

Bio: I am committed to providing my clients with client centered quality legal services. I focus on my client's specific goals and work aggressively to help achieve that goal. I am an aggressive and knowledgeable advocate in the courtroom. I am a forme...

Rating: 7.4

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years

Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Litigation

Review: "I sought out Attorney Shapack after requiring legal assistance for a claim against a negligent housing entity. Especially given the case was my first experience with the legal process, I was very concerned about making the right choice. My first m..."

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Child Abuse

Review: "Magdalena was assigned as public defender for my daughter when she was young and got into some trouble and she really was firm with her and straight forward. Would definitely use her again."

Rating: 6.7

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years

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

Bio: I have been practicing in the area of criminal defense for 10 years in Cumberland County. I have tried numerous jury trials and am not afraid to go the extra mile for my clients. I have represented clients charged with everything from a seat belt ...

Rating: 7.9

Call for a FREE consultation(888) 698-9289

Meleaha Machelle Kimrey's Website

Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

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

Bio: J. Patrick Williams, J.D. is one of the founding partners of Batch & Williams, PC. His practice is focused in Family law, divorce, domestic violence and related claims. Patrick has over 17 years experience litigating family law matters ranging...

Rating: 10

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Child Support, Child Custody and more

Review: "Melody is personable and knowledgeable. We enjoyed working with her and will definitely contact her again if we need someone to represent us in another matter. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for representation."

Rating: 8.2

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Personal Injury

Bio: Terence E. McEnally III has practiced law in North Carolina for more than 30 years. His practice serves clients in Garner and surrounding communities, with a focus on criminal defense, traffic matters, immigration, and other legal needs.After lear...

Rating: 7.0

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years

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

Review: "I had the pleasure of being represented Mr.Moose in two of my cases I had a DUI and 3 other traffic infractions on the same case they got dismissed with his help every step I felt protected and glad to be his client, he was very determined and pro..."

Rating: 7.2

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

Review: "I have used Ms. Vavonese's services on two occassions. I have always received prompt feedback and great customer service. She has handled both of my matters professionally and has achieved excellent results on both occassions. I would recommend he..."

Rating: 6.8

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence and more

Bio: Seth is a graduate of Tufts University and Duke Law School. He also holds a Master's Degree from the Terry Sanford Institute of Public Policy Studies. Seth is an experienced trial attorney who is licensed and has tried cases in both North Carolina...

Rating: 10

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Wake County Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 23 years

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Immigration

Review: "Katy is the best choice we took for out case she takes time to explain the process of everything she does"

Rating: 8.7

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