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    Charlene Brown Nelson

    Charlene Brown Nelson

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family
    Review: "Attorney Charlene Nelson, my family is very proud of the way you handled our case. You were very professional and knowledgeable in every area of the law. The way that you presented the case was spot on. The Judge in the case was very impressed wit..."
    Rating:  6.6
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    Shauna Alyse Guyton

    Shauna Alyse Guyton

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration, Family
    Review: "It's been a huge weight lifted off my shoulders after making the decision to hire attorney, Shauna Guyton at Arroyo Law Practice. Ms. Guyton was positive from the first moment we consulted and very professional throughout a very difficult time. Ms..."
    Rating:  7.0
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    Ted Besen

    Ted Besen

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 22 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime
    Bio: Theadore J. Besen was born in Lansing, Michigan in August 16,1964. He proudly served his country in the United States Marines from 1989 to 1993. He participated In Operation Desert Storm while serving his country. After leaving the Marine Corps he...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Arlaine Rockey

    Arlaine Rockey

    4.413 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Appeals and more
    Bio: Arlaine Rockey is a national trial and appellate attorney, with over 30 years of experience, who practices family and criminal law. She also handles appeals. She represents clients, including protective parents, all over NC and FL, as well as in o...
    Rating:  7.2
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    Margaret Teich

    Margaret Teich

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    Review: "Margaret Teich is an excellent lawyer to work with, she gave great advice, was very compassionate and responsive regarding our child custody situation. She's very skilled and explained things well. I highly recommend her!"
    Rating:  7.1
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    Andrew J. Weiner

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    Andrew J. Weiner

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Real Estate, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Rating:  6.8
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    Steve R. Porter

    Steve R. Porter

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He helped me obtain my NC license after it was put on hold due to issues with my California Drivers license. He recommended some resolutions to help straighten out any California issues. I was then able to obtain my drivers license in NC after th..."
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    Fabio Andres Ortiz

    Fabio Andres Ortiz

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He is very professional, courteous, trustworthy, he is passionate about his job, he speaks English, Spanish, and French, one of a few that speaks 3 languages in North Carolina, as soon as I hired him, he filed 4 motions on my behalf, the attorney ..."
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    Milton Gordon Widenhouse

    Milton Gordon Widenhouse

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Mr Widenhouse is the best attorney i have dealt with in 22 yrs. He was able to obtain post-conviction relief in Federal court, 300mnth sentence reduced to 144mnth. Hes a man of his word!!!"
    Rating:  6.5
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    Jonathan L. Megerian

    Jonathan L. Megerian

    1.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Rating:  8.6
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    Richard Frank Kronk

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    Richard Frank Kronk

    1.34 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family and more
    Rating:  8.3
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    Dustin Timothy Nichols

    Dustin Timothy Nichols

    4.08 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Custody, Business and more
    Review: "If you want a competent criminal lawyer, esp successful in the Stokes County system, this is your guy. Friendly, respected, effective. Limited only by policy. He successfully got my case dismissed, as it should have been."
    Rating:  7.2
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    Thomas L. Gulley Jr.

    Thomas L. Gulley Jr.

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 29 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: " the best lawyer in Rocky Mount, NC. i have had Mr. Gulley handle several legal issues for me & i credit much of my successes to him. he's easy to reach, very interactive, & indisputably admirable. "
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    Jessica Medlock Arnold

    Jessica Medlock Arnold

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 12 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Review: "Jessica Arnold is hands down the best attorney I’ve ever had. She went above and beyond for me in my cases that she was representing me on. I highly recommend Mrs. Arnold for any legal matters you may need."
    Rating:  6.4
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    Evan R Rowe

    Evan R Rowe

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Evan R. Rowe grew up in Hickory, North Carolina and is proud to be working in the region where he grew up. He is a 2003 graduate of Hickory High School, a 2007 graduate of North Carolina State University, and a 2011 graduate of the Charlotte Schoo...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Douglas Perry Edwards

    Douglas Perry Edwards

    4.36 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime and more
    Bio: Doug began his career as an assistant district attorney in Asheville, North Carolina where he worked for over 10 years. He served as Chief Assistant District Attorney for the last year as a prosecutor. Doug has vast experience handling cases rangi...
    Rating:  7.9
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    James Pete Hoffman Jr.

    James Pete Hoffman Jr.

    5.01 review
    North Carolina 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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    Roger T. Smith

    Roger T. Smith

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 46 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: For more than 30 years, I have helped clients in western North Carolina navigate through matters involving criminal and family law. As a native Ashevillian, my community ties and my lengthy experience in criminal and domestic litigation allow me t...
    Rating:  8.2
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    Matthew Rothbeind

    Matthew Rothbeind

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 44 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Immigration
    Review: "Mr. Rothbeind made time for us whenever we needed it. His staff was always helpful and courteous. In the end he had the best fees which he gave us upfront and nothing was hidden. He won our case!"
    Rating:  6.6
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    James O. Rice

    James O. Rice

    4.04 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 21 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: Criminal defense is the main focus of the firm. Jim was born and raised in Asheville, North Carolina and is a 1987 graduate of A.C. Reynolds High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of South Carolina and a...
    Rating:  7.5
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