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    North Carolina Has 2162 Criminal Defense Attorneys with 16121 Reviews

    David Kenneth Gross

    David Kenneth Gross

    4.936 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: 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 Justice. Da...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Gintaras Kazys Krulikas

    Gintaras Kazys Krulikas

    5.0131 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: 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 ...
    Rating:  10
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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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    Derrick Ernest Cruz

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    Derrick Ernest Cruz

    5.030 reviews
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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 2 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Real People. Real Stories. Real Help. That's what we stand for. Check out my blog series on "Do I need a Lawyer?" https://dcruzlaw.com/blog/
    Rating:  7.5
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    Samuel J. Randall

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    Samuel J. Randall

    5.05 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 27 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, Violent Crime and more
    Arrested or under investigation? Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law.
    Rating:  10
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    Christopher R. Clifton

    Christopher R. Clifton

    5.021 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 30 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime and more
    Bio: Christopher R. Clifton holds the rare distinction of being a Board Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law. As a criminal defense lawyer and partner at Grace, Tisdale & Clifton P.A. in Winston-Salem, Chris focuses most of his practi...
    Rating:  10
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    Gael Gilles

    Gael Gilles

    5.014 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: Gael Gilles is the founding attorney at Gilles Law, PLLC. Mr. Gilles is licensed in state courts in North Carolina and South Carolina, and the Federal Courts in all of North Carolina and South Carolina. Gael's areas of focus are criminal defense, ...
    Rating:  9.8
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    Benjamin R. Hardwick

    Benjamin R. Hardwick

    4.935 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Bio: Aggressive, Experienced Attorney in Charlotte, NC. 20 years experience with Personal Injury and Criminal Defense. I fight hard for my clients and get results.
    Rating:  9.9
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    Michael Shane Litrenta

    Michael Shane Litrenta

    5.017 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Construction & Development, Wills & Living Wills and more
    Bio: I have extensive courtroom experience and I am a dedicated advocate for my clients. I am committed to listening and understanding each of my clients' needs and am determined to secure the best outcome possible. I am admitted in three states (Flori...
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Robert Paduchowski

    Michael Robert Paduchowski

    5.088 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket, DUI & DWI and more
    Bio: Mike Paduchowski earned his Juris Doctor from theUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill . While attending law school Mike worked for the Orange County District Attorney's Office, was a member of the Holderness Moot Court Negotiation Team, ach...
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Rashad Moore

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    Michael Rashad Moore

    5.019 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 9 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: After obtaining his Juris Doctor, Mr. Moore went on to work as an Assistant District Attorney in Guilford County. It was at the District Attorney’s office where Rashad prosecuted all types of misdemeanor crimes such as assaults, gun cases, marijua...
    Rating:  8.6
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    Douglas H. Pearson

    Douglas H. Pearson

    4.823 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 26 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I established The Pearson Law Firm, PLLC in 2015 after over 15 years of experience as a trial attorney. I have extensive experience in criminal law, prosecuting at all levels from misdemeanors to murder. I've also prosecuted numerous jury trials i...
    Rating:  9.9
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    Bruce A. Mason

    Bruce A. Mason

    4.9105 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 36 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Federal Crime and more
    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."
    Rating:  9.9
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    Aaron Bader Wellman

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    Aaron Bader Wellman

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: I am a double Tar Heel, graduating from UNC Chapel Hill with a Bachelor's in History in 2002, and a Law Degree in 2006. I worked for over three years in the Guilford County Public Defender's Office before joining with Attorney J. Scott Coalter in ...
    Rating:  8.5
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    Lance Christian Williams

    Lance Christian Williams

    5.097 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: We are here to help you get your life back on track and get you the information you need to make the right decisions about moving forward with your case. Effectively navigating a DWI charge and its consequences begins with planning. During our ini...
    Rating:  9.4
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    Joel N. Oakley

    Joel N. Oakley

    5.04 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 39 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Joel is the best criminal defense attorney. He has helped us twice in the past with traffic offenses and I highly recommend his service. He is very professional and loves what he does. If you are looking for a fair trial, Joel is your attorney."
    Rating:  10
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    Robert Charles DiDomenico

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    Robert Charles DiDomenico

    5.030 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 4 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement and more
    Bio: I am a graduate of The University of North Carolina School of Law. While working as an actor in New York City, I experienced first-hand how “powerless” non-union performers were taken advantage of by those in positions of authority. My experience ...
    Rating:  7.5
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    James Austin Davis

    James Austin Davis

    5.032 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I am a proud third generation Rowan County attorney and am licensed to practice law in both North Carolina and Virginia. I focus primarily on Driving While Impaired defense, criminal defense, and general trial litigation. To date, I have tried hun...
    Rating:  10
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    Thomas C. Goolsby

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    Thomas C. Goolsby

    4.622 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Trusted Defense Attorney & Former Two Term NC Senator. 23+ years of practice in New Hanover County.
    Rating:  8.4
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    Bobby Khan

    Bobby Khan

    5.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket
    Bio: I am a zealous and dedicated advocate who will work tirelessly to acheive the best result possible for you. I have over 23 years of trial experience in the North Carolina courts representing agencies, children, plaintiffs and defendants. I am espe...
    Rating:  10
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    Michael Jon Macht

    Michael Jon Macht

    5.015 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 20 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: Before opening his own practice, Mike served with the Public Defenders Office in Buncombe County, where he gained in-depth experience handling a range of criminal cases. At present, he gives back to the legal community by mentoring new attorneys. ...
    Rating:  9.4
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