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    M. Alexander Charns

    M. Alexander Charns

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury
    Rating:  7.8
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    Ronald P. Butler

    Ronald P. Butler

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 43 years
    Practice Areas:  Family, Speeding and Traffic Ticket, DUI and DWI and more
    Review: "Like the other reviewer, I was included in 2 conferences, and was impressed with his ability to lay out probabilities and issues about the case in a clearly understandable way, but also with respect and patience in dealing with an emotional issue."
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    Criminal Defense Lawyers in North Carolina

    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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    Aleta R. Ballard

    Aleta R. Ballard

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: After graduating from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2006, I started working in the criminal justice system as a prosecutor. It quickly became apparent that there was a real need for criminal defense attorneys who fight hard for their cli...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Nicole Marie Malinko

    Nicole Marie Malinko

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, DUI & DWI and more
    Review: "SHE IS VERY GOOD I WOULD RECOMMEND HER FOR ANY PROMBLE YOU HAVE SHES HELP ME AND MY FAMILY ALOT....IF YOU WANT A GOOD FIGHT HIRE HER"
    Rating:  6.6
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    Rhyan Adorna Breen

    Rhyan Adorna Breen

    4.04 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 15 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: I am an associate at Farris & Farris, PA. We handle numerous matters including: criminal defense, personal injury, civil litigation, condemnation, and business formation. I am a graduate from North Carolina Central University School of Law, Class ...
    Rating:  6.9
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    Kimberly C. Stevens

    Kimberly C. Stevens

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 33 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
    Rating:  7.5
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    David Michael O'Bryan

    David Michael O'Bryan

    5.02 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "He was recommended by a friend and I made the right choice. I was very scared and stressed out about my charges but he made me feel a lot better from our first meeting. I really felt like he cared about the case and I appreciate everything"
    Rating:  5.5
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    Thomas J. Moore

    Thomas J. Moore

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 34 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Personal Injury
    Review: "Mr. Moore is an amazing, knowledgeable, and highly skilled Attorney and was very helpful to me during a really stressful time. He was always available to speak with me when I called or would always return my calls. He was very knowledgeable about ..."
    Rating:  5.7
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    Jasmine S. McGhee

    Jasmine S. McGhee

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 19 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Litigation
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    Daniel J. Clifton

    Daniel J. Clifton

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 40 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Lawsuits & Disputes and more
    Review: "I consulted Mr. Clifton on some charges that were unjust. He advised me of what I needed to do, as I was not guilty and had viable proof. I was very impressed with his guidance and knowledge of the law."
    Rating:  6.7
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    Nycole Robinson Howard

    Nycole Robinson Howard

    3.89 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 16 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Ms. Nycole Robinson Howard is a compassionate, thoughtful, wise, and skilled attorney. I highly recommend her. She is timely in her replies and honest in her assessments. She skillfully supported my family through a difficult time with professiona..."
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    Tiffany Renee Porter

    Tiffany Renee Porter

    1.03 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Child Support, Juvenile and more
    Rating:  7.1
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    Anthony Thomas Delnero

    Anthony Thomas Delnero

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Review: "Anthony Delnero did an amazing job handling my case without breaking a sweat. He had my case dismissed almost immediately. Professional and ethical, highly knowledgeable in criminal related matters. I hope to never need a criminal attorney again, ..."
    Rating:  6.1
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    William Taylor Browne

    William Taylor Browne

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 17 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Personal Injury and more
    Bio: W. Taylor Browne was born in Greensboro, North Carolina. He graduated from North Carolina State University, magna cum laude, in 2005. Three years later he received his law degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Following law ...
    Rating:  6.9
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    John Daren Pritchard

    John Daren Pritchard

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 25 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Bio: For more than twenty-two years I worked as a prosecutor, first for the state of North Carolina and then as an Assistant United States Attorney. But I needed a change. My soul needed a change. I founded The Pritchard Firm at the onset of 2024 becau...
    Rating:  7.6
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    James Cameron Lee

    James Cameron Lee

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 11 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Bio: Cameron Lee concentrates his practice on criminal defense in North Carolina’s district and superior courts. He has represented clients on matters ranging from traffic tickets to first degree murder. Cameron earned his Bachelor of Arts in History f...
    Rating:  7.6
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    Austen D. Jud

    Austen D. Jud

    5.07 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 28 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Divorce & Separation and more
    Bio: I am a lawyer representing clients in Caldwell County, North Carolina and surrounding counties. My practice is focused on family law, criminal and trafffic matters. I have nearly 20 years of experience helping clients. I have litigated numerous fa...
    Rating:  7.5
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    Gretchen Vetter Scavo

    Gretchen Vetter Scavo

    5.01 review
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 18 years
    Practice Areas:  Defective and Dangerous Products, Antitrust and Trade Law, Litigation and more
    Review: "Gretchen Scavo represents excellence, dedication, trust and intelligence in their truest forms. She comes highly recommended. "
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    Joseph Zachary Brewer

    Joseph Zachary Brewer

    5.07 reviews
    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 10 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense, Family, Speeding & Traffic Ticket and more
    Review: "I cannot recommend this attorney highly enough. My custody case lasted three years, and throughout the entire process he went above and beyond for me and my children. He was professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and truly invested in achieving ..."
    Rating:  6.3
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    Halerie Fay Mahan

    Halerie Fay Mahan

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    North Carolina Criminal Defense Attorney
    Criminal Defense Lawyer Licensed for 14 years
    Practice Areas:  Criminal Defense
    Rating:  7.9
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