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Wilmington, NC Criminal defense lawyers

95 lawyers specializing in Criminal Defense are available in the Wilmington, NC area.

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Wilmington has 95 Criminal defense Attorneys with 886 Reviews

  • Grayson Cheek

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    Grayson H. Cheek, PLLC
    244 Princess Street Suite 209, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 42 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    For Passionate & Experienced Criminal Defense Call Attorney Grayson H. Cheek Today (910) 338-0864!
  • Gintaras Krulikas

    Minick Law, P.C.
    321 N. Front Street, #210, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 127 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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 ...
  • Bruce Mason

    Mason and Mason, Attorneys at Law
    514 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 105 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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.”
  • Woody White

    Woody White Law PLLC
    2004 Eastwood Road, Suite #201, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 28 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
      As a lifelong resident of Southeastern North Carolina, Woody White has devoted his professional career to serving in his community, and working tirelessly for his clients.  As a former North Carolina State Senator, he understands the legislative...
  • David Gross

    Gross Law Group, PLLC
    321 N Front Street, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 36 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.8  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
        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 Justic...
  • Kevin Marcilliat

    Roberts Law Group, PLLC
    414 Chestnut Street, Suite 303, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 56 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    I joined Roberts Law Group as an associate in 2014 and was made a partner in the firm in 2016.  Presently, I am the partner in charge of the firm's Wilmington office, where I focus on defending state and federal felony charges all across Eastern N...
  • Richard Girdwood

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    Girdwood & Williams
    3825 Market St., Suite 6, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 4 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.0  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Tell Them You've Got Girdwood & Williams, Then Give Us A Call.
  • David Collins

    Collins Law Firm
    5725-F2 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 64 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    David B. Collins, Jr., has been licensed to practice law in both North and South Carolina since 1993. In 1995, he moved to the Wilmington area, and soon thereafter formed Collins Law Firm focusing his practice in the areas of criminal defense and...
  • A. Patrick Roberts

    Roberts Law Group, PLLC
    414 Chestnut Street, Suite 303, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 46 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 10  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    My firm is committed to providing the highest quality customer service and customer care.  When you call my office, my staff will give you the attention you deserve.
  • Thomas Goolsby

    Goolsby Law Firm, PLLC
    212 Walnut St Ste 100, Business, Wilmington, NC
    4.5 stars 20 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 7.6  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Trusted Defense Attorney & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.

    Practice area
    30% Criminal defense, 50% DUI and DWI, 20% Personal injury

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    NC, Active since 1992

  • James Mcgee

    McGee Law Firm
    218 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 96 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.7  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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 ...
  • James Rutherford

    James Rutherford, Attorney at Law
    615 Princess St, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 16 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.2  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    James F. Rutherford is a North Carolina native and graduate of the Michigan State University School of Law. He is genuinely passionate about advocating for the rights of the accused and guiding them through the criminal justice system. He is a hig...
  • Andrew Nettleman

    611 Princess St., Wilmington, NC
    4.5 stars 8 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.6  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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...
  • Tabitha Bingham

    Bingham Law, PLLC
    401 Chestnut St, Suite F, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 13 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.1  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Criminal law is her primary focus and she provides representation to those charged with Felonies, Misdemeanors, Drug charges, DWI, Domestic Violence and more in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties. She is also experienced in Personal Injury...
  • Melissa Ivey

    White & Hearne, LLP
    265 Racine Dr Ste 104, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 7 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.1  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “Miss Ivey is extremely organized and assertive. She met with me and became familiar with my case very quickly. She also was attentive to not only closing this case with the best possible disposition, but she was also atte...
  • Jason Vaughn

    4932 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 7 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 9.2  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Attorney Jason Vaughn, a 2014 general election nominee for New Hanover County Sheriff, has a long history of service and dedication.  Mr. Vaughn is a United States Marine Corps veteran, serving as a Military Police corrections specialist. He serve...
  • Geoffrey Hosford

    Hosford & Hosford, PC
    401 Chestnut Street, Suite L, P.O. Box 1653, Wilmington, NC
    4.5 stars 11 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 7.2  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “Geoffrey and his office have always been great to me. Very prompt and everything is always taken care of. I would recommend him to anyone. He has always handled my cases and I've never had to worry one bit about the ...
  • Benjamin Deaver

    Deaver & Deaver
    705 Princess Street, Wilmington, NC
    4.0 stars 5 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 7.7  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    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 tot...
  • Cynthia Locklear

    615 Princess St, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 2 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.1  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Cindy has lived and practiced law in the Wilmington area for more than 15 years. She began her  legal career as an Assistant District Attorney and has extensive trial experience. She formed her own law practice in 2003 and focuses on the areas of ...
  • Katherine Parker

    Tin Fulton Walker & Owen
    228 N Front St Ste 201, Wilmington, NC
    5.0 stars 2 reviews
    Avvo Rating: 8.4  
    Criminal defense Lawyer Licensed
    Review: “From the initial consultation with Katherine Lewis Parker, she told me what I needed to hear, not what I wanted to hear. She treated me as a person and not just a client. From start to finish, she was everything I could...

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