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    Mark Everette Edwards

    Mark Everette Edwards

    5.05 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, Federal Crime and more
    Bio: Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law Federal Offenses Serious State Offenses Drug Trafficking Sex Offenses Drug and Alcohol Offenses DUI/DWI Traffic Violations Bar Admissions: North Carolina, 1989 Florida (Inactive) U.S. Di...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Michelle Kathleen Moss Jerome

    Michelle Kathleen Moss Jerome

    5.05 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 13 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: I pride myself on being a compassionate advocate that is accessible to my clients. I am a dedicated attorney that cares about your case and your future. I am a graduate of the North Carolina Central School of Law. I graduated with high honors in t...
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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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    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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    Roger L. Crowe

    Roger L. Crowe

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Construction & Development, DUI & DWI
    Bio: For over 30 years, Roger L. Crowe has represented tens of thousands of clients. He has earned a reputation as a fierce trial attorney with an impressive track record of successes, even in complex charges involving serious felonies. Mr. Crowe has b...
    Rating:  7.8
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    Frank O. McFarland

    Frank O. McFarland

    5.08 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Bio: Frank is a Partner at King Law, focusing primarily on family law and serving clients throughout Western North Carolina, including McDowell, Rutherford, and Cleveland Counties. Having spent most of his life in Cleveland County, Frank has a strong c...
    Rating:  8.5
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    David G. Budd

    David G. Budd

    3.810 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: After spending a few years practising law in Georgia, I moved back to the Mountains of Western North Carolina. I am passionate about cycling, soccer, and spending time on the rivers around Asheville.
    Rating:  8.5
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    Michael D. Cleaves

    Michael D. Cleaves

    5.06 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation and more
    Bio: When you retain our talented, versatile lawyer to represent you for a criminal, personal injury or workplace accident matter, you are tapping into Michael D. Cleaves's 15 years of experience and reputation for results. The Law Office of Michael D....
    Rating:  7.2
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    Andrew Michael Rogers

    Andrew Michael Rogers

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI
    Review: "My partner forgot about court and we called Andrew on a Friday for Monday help. We was very pleasant and willing to assist. Got is POJ for second ticket within a year. Very much appreciated!! Online request for representation was convenient and pr..."
    Rating:  7.5
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    Kevin James Friley

    Kevin James Friley

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Wills & Living Wills
    Review: "Kevin Friley took care of a speeding ticket for me. He handled the matter professionally and quickly and I was pleased with his work. I was able to pay the ticket without getting any points on my driver's license. I would recommend Kevin to friend..."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Ricky W. Champion

    Ricky W. Champion

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 41 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "I hired Mr.Champion to defend my daughter. He was professional and straight forward from the beginning.. Easy to talk to and easy to reach. Very deligent, stays on top of the case. And wants the best for his clients. I would definitely recommend M..."
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    William O. Richardson

    William O. Richardson

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 45 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Wrongful Death, Medical Malpractice
    Bio: William O. “Billy” Richardson has been practicing law in North Carolina since his admission to the Bar in 1980. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation as a zealous, effective litigator, in and out of the courtroom. He has appeared in fro...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Lisa S. Costner

    Lisa S. Costner

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Appeals, Criminal Defense
    Review: "Lisa is an amazing attorney. As she is a Board Certified Specialist State and Criminal Law and Appeals, it shows by her extreme professionalism, always returned my telephone calls and emails, absolutely knew the law and I felt totally comfortable..."
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    Sharee Latrice McCall

    Sharee Latrice McCall

    5.062 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 8 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mrs. McCall was very attentive to our legal needs. We are extremely happy about the outcome of our case. We will be using her in the future."
    Rating:  6.1
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    Charles Hayes Mann

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    Charles Hayes Mann

    5.06 reviews
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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Hablamos Español. We handle DUI, Speeding, Traffic Tickets, and all other criminal matters in Wilmington and Southeastern NC. We can help avoid or reduce any negative consequences. More options may be available the sooner you speak with an Attorne...
    Rating:  6.5
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    Wade M. Smith

    Wade M. Smith

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 62 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Appeals and more
    Bio: Wade Smith has been one of North Carolina's best known and most acclaimed lawyers for nearly 50 years. His trials are recounted in books, magazines and journals. A renowned storyteller, Wade insists that within each case there is a compelling stor...
    Rating:  10
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    Christine R. Farrell

    Christine R. Farrell

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Residential Real Estate, Family
    Review: "This woman is amazing. She is honest, upfront about what you will get and wont get. Plays her cards very creative. We love her. We owe everything we have to her. Christine! We will never forget you!"
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    Paul J. Ditz

    Paul J. Ditz

    3.73 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Business, Family and more
    Bio: I began practicing law in Shelby, NC in 1997 after graduating from Wake Forest University School of Law in Winston-Salem, NC. I began my career in private practice and spent 12 years with the firm of Flowers, Martin, Moore & Ditz, P.A. where I was...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Keith Brentten Metz

    Keith Brentten Metz

    4.36 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I own and operate my own law firm representing clients in family law matters, criminal defense, and traffic. I also work closely with Safe Alliance to help represent victims of domestic violence pro bono.
    Rating:  7.9
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    Mark Alan Ward

    Mark Alan Ward

    5.015 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 38 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "Mark Law handled my traffic cases that had been haunting me for months faster than I could imagine! His professionalism and accommodating nature has been a relief for me during a very stressful time. I highly recommend the legal services of Mark Law."
    Rating:  7.8
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    Benjamin G. Brown

    Benjamin G. Brown

    5.07 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 32 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Review: "I was faceing 164 months for fraud and a gun also could’ve got hit with being a hibitual felon I don’t know what he did but I walked away on probation Ben saved my life thanks Ben I would recommend him he is polite and reasonable on prices"
    Rating:  8.1
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    Garland Franklin Byers

    Garland Franklin Byers

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Civil Rights and more
    Review: "I hired Mr Byers to represent me in a Civil Litigation where I was sued for payments on a vehicle were not being made by the person suing me. She wanted me to pay her back payments she never made plus some. Mr Byers was very confident he presented..."
    Rating:  7.4
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