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    North Carolina Has 2163 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 16154 Reviews

    Vernon E. Cardwell

    Vernon E. Cardwell

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 56 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Vernon is truly the "lawyer's lawyer!" I have consulted with him on numerous occasions over the past 35 years, particularly with regard to matters involving criminal offenses at all levels. He has consistently provided sound, informed, common-se..."
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    Robert Glen Thomson

    Robert Glen Thomson

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Wills & Living Wills
    Review: "Robert Thompson is the best lawyer I have ever met ,He has always went over and beyond helping me with some legal issues ,if you want someone who genially cares and personalizes each person accordingly ,he will make sure Justice prevails for you ,..."
    Rating:  6.5
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    Trevor James Avery

    Trevor James Avery

    3.511 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Trevor J. Avery is a partner and leading criminal defense attorney at Welch and Avery in Jacksonville, NC. Having been born and spent much of his life in Onslow County, Mr. Avery has a wide network of professional contacts in health, academic, and...
    Rating:  7.9
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    M. Leann Melton

    M. Leann Melton

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Public Defense Attorney
    Rating:  8.3
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    Cecilia Reyna

    Cecilia Reyna

    5.08 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI
    Bio: Experienced, aggressive and passionate trial attorney in both family and criminal law. My previous work as a public defender taught me to merge high volume and zealous advocacy. My previous service as a Combat Medic in the United States Army helpe...
    Rating:  6.1
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    Daniel Ryan Moose

    Daniel Ryan Moose

    3.97 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 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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    Peter Ryburn Lamm

    Peter Ryburn Lamm

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Peter R. Lamm was born and raised in eastern North Carolina. Peter completed his undergraduate degree of a B.S.B.A. at North Carolina State University in 2010. Peter went on to graduate from Elon University School of Law in 2014. During his time a...
    Rating:  7.7
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    Joel Merritt Wagoner

    Joel Merritt Wagoner

    4.34 reviews
    North Carolina 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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    C. Melody Edwardo

    C. Melody Edwardo

    4.04 reviews
    North Carolina 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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    Michael Eric Weiss

    Michael Eric Weiss

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr. Weiss was very helpful with my case. He is very attentive at answering any legal questions and has gone above and beyond to make me feel like I mattered. I truly appreciate his professionalism and compassion for his clients and job."
    Rating:  6.8
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    Brian R. Oglesby

    Brian R. Oglesby

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 31 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "i used brian for my custody battle with my ex husband. he was always there when he said he would be, always called to keep me updated on any changes or anything that was going on. everything he said he would do from the first meeting he fully went..."
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    Johnathon Scott Naylor

    Johnathon Scott Naylor

    4.714 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "Had my dui, down too a reckless driving an a $50 fine that speaks for itself"
    Rating:  7.2
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    Larry D. Tucker

    Larry D. Tucker

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Very professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to his clients. He provided us the best criminal defense possible. Would hire again."
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    Kathryn P. Fagan

    Kathryn P. Fagan

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ms. Fagan is an amazing attorney. She is incredibly hard working, dedicated to her clients, experienced, and extremely knowledgeable. Ms. Fagan takes the time to understand her clients, and is passionate about her work. I highly recommend her."
    Rating:  6.5
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    David W. Venable

    David W. Venable

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Government, Appeals
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    Cynthia Gay Ellis

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Rating:  6.3
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    Jonathan Wilson

    Jonathan Wilson

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "When I say Johnathan is the man he is he is straight forward don’t play around and be on it. He tell you he going to make something happen and that’s what he do. My family have worked with him for years and still til this day we still call on him."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Gary M. Underhill

    Gary M. Underhill

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Review: "great lawyer and staff! kept me informed! awesome outcome! upfront with fees and possible outcomes!"
    Rating:  6.5
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    Matthew P. Sperati

    Matthew P. Sperati

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Litigation
    Review: "A highly experienced professional who not only corresponds effectively with his clientele, but too also ensure that the best resolution is the one that's sought and desired. Even with being an extremely busy attorney, Mr. Sperati still took time o..."
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    Nicholas E. Harvey Sr.

    Nicholas E. Harvey Sr.

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He cares about helping u, he is honest with his clients no matter if its bad or good, I appreciate that, and lers u knowbif ur case has a chance to win or lose, I have lots of respect for mr Harvey, HE takes care of business in a professional man..."
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