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8 distinguished criminal defense law attorneys in North Carolina, each reviewed by the Lawyers of Distinction Selection Committee.

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Bernard P. Condlin

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

225 Person Street, Fayetteville, NC 28301

BP Condlin Attorney at Law was admitted to practice in North Carolina on 12/28/1999 and the United States Federal Court on 6/7/2000. For more than 10 years, Attorney Condlin has been on the Capital List. He has resolved 36 cases, 22 of them within the past five years alone. When you want a battle-tested attorney who has experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, we are here to help. Attorney Condlin and his spouse, Bobbie Condlin, are proud parents of Michael Condlin, a former Navy serviceman; Mrs. Kelly Rivers, married to Charles with a daughter, Karly; and an English bulldog named Abby. Whether you need representation for a case involving criminal charges, a traffic ticket, a DWI, a revoked license, or anything else, we will provide the zealous legal services you need. With world-class communication and a deep understanding of the law, our litigation, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney is standing by to help you.

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James Minick

Criminal Defense Law

30 Orchard St, Asheville, NC 28801

James ?Jake? Minick devotes his practice to helping and defending individuals charged with Driving While Impaired. ?Most of my clients charged with DWI have never been in trouble before and are dealing with the social stigma associated with this crime. We help these clients get their lives back on track and remind them that this arrest is not going to be what defines them as a person.? James is a General Member of the National College for DUI Defense and regularly writes about, speaks on, and attends conferences related to DWI. Minick Law P.C. has offices in Asheville, Charlotte, Gastonia, Waynesville, and Wilmington. James and his beautiful wife Laura have seven children.

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John H. Painter

John H. Painter

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

108 W Jefferson St, Monroe, NC 28112, USA

Attorney John H. Painter has been practicing law in North Carolina since 1981. He has taken on many cases including defending against speeding and traffic tickets, taken on criminal defense cases and ensured that those who are injured due to another person’s negligence get the compensation they deserve for their injuries. He attended Appalachian State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science, and Campbell University where he earned his Juris Doctorate.

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Marcus Chesnutt

Marcus Chesnutt

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

225 Broad Street, C, New Bern, NC 28560

Marcus W. Chesnutt was admitted to the practice of law in 1978. He attended the University of North Carolina and the Cumberland School of Law of Samford University. At that time he served as the Senior Law Clerk to the Chief U.S. District Court Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina. Marc has been recognized by the Bar Registry of Preeminent Lawyers, “Best Lawyers in America”, “Top 100 Lawyers in Criminal Defense by the National Trial Lawyers”, as well as being selected as a “Top Lawyer by Business N.C.” and the “Global Directory of Who’s Who”. He also served as president of the 3rd Judicial District. With his main practice areas being CRIMINAL/ TRAFFIC and TRIAL work, Marc stays active in the legal communities surrounding District 3B. Marc lives in New Bern with his wife Sissy.

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Maricelis Timothee

Criminal Defense Law

111 N Chestnut St 200 8, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA

Maricelis Timothee is a dedicated criminal defense attorney with over 20 years of experience advocating for individuals facing serious criminal charges. Her passion for criminal law began early, driven by a fascination with how the mind works and a deep desire to help innocent people navigate an often-unfair system. While Maricelis initially envisioned a career as a prosecutor, her path changed after working closely with a defense attorney and witnessing firsthand how unjustly defendants can be treated. That experience solidified her commitment to criminal defense and to standing up for the rights of those who need it most. Maricelis has been practicing law since 2004 and proudly serves the Winston-Salem community she has called home since the age of three. Born in Puerto Rico, she is bilingual and offers legal services in both English and Spanish. She earned both her undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Outside of the courtroom, Maricelis is an animal lover and the proud adopter of two rescue dogs from AARF. She brings the same compassion, dedication, and one-on-one attention to her clients as she does to every aspect of her life.

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Melissa Hordichuk

Melissa Hordichuk

Featured Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

10631 Sleigh Bell Lane, Charlotte, NC 28216

Area of Practice: Criminal and Civil Law Melissa Hordichuk is the Founder and Managing Attorney of the Access to Justice Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public interest law firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina that offers pro and low bono legal services. Her practice areas include civil litigation, family law, veterans law, criminal defense, and post-conviction relief. Ms. Hordichuk graduated from Georgetown University Law Center and is licensed to practice in North Carolina, South Carolina, and New Jersey.

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Wayne James Payne

Wayne James Payne

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

4434 Main St, Shallotte, NC 28470, USA

W. James Payne is a criminal defense attorney, representing white-collar criminal matters and military justice matters. Payne has been local to the Shallotte and Wilmington, North Carolina areas since 1988. Payne retired as a Colonel in the United States Marine Corps Reserve after 30 years of dedicated service. He had the honor to spend five years of that service as a Judge. His military service honed his acute sense of honor, which he acquired from his rearing and has carried on into his civilian legal career. Practicing law since 1984, he has centered all of his efforts and attention to practicing only Criminal Defense and Military Justice matters. Native to North Carolina, he received his B.S. in Government from Campbell University and his J.D. from Campbell University School of Law in North Carolina. His Bar Licenses include the North Carolina Supreme Court, United States Court of Military Appeals, United States District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, Middle District of North Carolina, Western District of North Carolina, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Mr. Payne’s keen attention to detail plays an important role in his effective representation of White-Collar Cases to Death Penalty Cases. His zealous defense for his clients has earned him the respect of judges and prosecutors in both state and federal court. His tireless warrior mentality and “take no prisoners” approach has catapulted him to the top of the legal ranks and garnered front-page media coverage. He is also a highly sought-after writer and lecturer on topics related to criminal law and white-collar criminal defense.

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Kimberly Moore

Distinguished Lawyer

Criminal Defense Law

150 Fayetteville St #450, Raleigh, NC 27601, USA

Kimberly Moore is an assistant federal defender in Raleigh, North Carolina, with the Office of the Federal Public Defender for the Eastern District of North Carolina. She is listed among the assistant federal defenders assigned to the Raleigh office, which is located at 150 Fayetteville Street, Suite 450. The office provides legal assistance to people facing criminal charges in federal court who cannot afford a lawyer. Its representation is based on appointments by the federal district court under the Criminal Justice Act, 18 U.S.C. section 3006A. Established in 1986, the office serves the Eastern District of North Carolina rather than operating as a private law firm. Raleigh is the organization’s main office. Its geographic coverage encompasses 44 counties, extending from Wake County to the North Carolina coast and accounting for nearly half of the state. The organization also maintains satellite offices in Greenville, Wilmington, New Bern and Elizabeth City, with both staffed and unstaffed locations. Moore’s Raleigh colleagues include attorneys in trial, appellate, and research-and-writing roles. The Raleigh staff also includes mitigation specialists, paralegals, investigators and case-management personnel. These positions form part of the broader office in which Moore is listed as an assistant federal defender; the office’s stated purpose is representation of individuals facing federal criminal charges who lack the means to hire counsel.

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