Jones County Criminal Lawyers

Criminal lawyers defend people facing charges such as assault & battery, drug crimes, homicide, sex crimes, theft, and a wide range of other felonies and misdemeanors. They also protect their clients’ constitutional rights and navigate complex legal procedures throughout the criminal justice process.

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Amanda Bowden Johnson

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience

(910) 333-9679 127 Chaney Ave
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law

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The Houser Law Firm, P.C. is a Professional Corporation and full service, General Practice law firm located in Jacksonville, that serves Onslow Jones and surrounding counties in Southeastern North Carolina. We know that in these tough economic times, saving money wherever possible is important to most people. Our philosophy has always been to provide our clients with prompt, courteous and professional legal services at an affordable fee. While we never compromise on our legal professionalism, we do strive to manage our cost and expenses so that we can offer high quality legal services at fees that are...

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Tommy Kellis

10.0

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(252) 636-3737 1723 S. Glenburnie Rd.
New Bern, NC 28562

Free ConsultationCraven County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School

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Mr. Kellis focuses his practice on litigation. No matter is too small. No matter too big. Mr. Kellis litigates criminal matters, traffic/ DWI cases, injury claims, worker’s compensation, estate administration and many other legal matters. Formerly, he was certified with the NFLPA as an NFL agent. He is the President of the Carteret County Republican Men’s club and a member of the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute. Tommy is also an USCG Captain. In his free time he enjoys fishing, boating and all things involving being on the water. He also enjoys spending time with his children and wife at our...

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Walter Aden Wilkie

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 26 years of experience

(910) 333-9626 3805 Henderson Drive
Jacksonville, NC 28546

Criminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
U.S. Armys Judge Advocate Legal Center and School and Willamette University College of Law

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Aden Wilkie, managing partner of the Wilkie Law Firm, represents members of the various branches of the U. S. military throughout the United States. He also represents criminal defendants throughout southeastern North Carolina. Before starting the Wilkie Law Firm, Aden served 22 years in the United States Marine Corps. While in the Marines, Aden was known for his unwavering integrity and tenacious personality that translated into many successes both in and outside the courtroom. He has extensive experience in representing clients in a wide variety of military and federal matters. Aden has the experience to understand that while some cases may call...

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Steven Matthew Laird

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience

(910) 554-3320 718 Court St.
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Campbell Law School

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Steven Matthew Laird has been licensed to practice law in North Carolina since August 2009. Mr. Laird's practice areas include criminal and civil litigation. Mr. Laird has experience defending Class C and lower felonies and defends all classes of misdemeanors, DWIs, probation violations and all other traffic offenses. He has also done court appointed work In Onslow and Pender Counties since he started practicing law. His court appointed work includes Class B1 and lower felony cases, all classes of misdemeanors, DWIs, probation violations (misdemeanor and felony), juvenile delinquency, domestic violence cases, and misdemeanor appeals. Mr. Laird handles cases in...

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Nikol Litvan

10.0

(1 Peer Review)

(910) 300-9994 200 Valencia Dr
Jacksonville, NC 28546

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Criminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina School of Law

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Minick Law brings you more than an attorney. You get a defense team. Being charged with a crime in North Carolina is stressful, especially when you are trying to figure out where to start. I work hard to listen to and understand each of my client's situations to get them the information they need to make the right decisions about moving forward with their case and most importantly, get their life back on track. I am an attorney in Minick Law's Jacksonville office and have successfully completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's course on DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety...

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Kevin Heckart

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney

(800) 635-1683 112 Old Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Drake University Law School

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Kevin E. Heckart was born in Des Moines, Iowa in 1961. After graduating from Wentworth Military Academy he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves in the Spring of 1979. Kevin then continued to serve in the USMCR achieving the rank of Corporal while attending Drake University (B.A. – 1983). Before graduating from college, Kevin was accepted into the PLC program for prospective Marine Officers, completed the training and was Commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in May, 1983.
After college Kevin attended Drake Law School (J.D. – 1985) and, upon graduation, the Basic School for Marine Officers in Quantico, Virginia and further...

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Matthew James Thomas

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer

(910) 939-0263 507 New Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and Military
University of Baltimore

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Over the years, Mr. Thomas has earned a reputation for being one of the best military defense attorneys in the country because of his successes litigating and trying some of the most highly publicized military cases. Mr. Thomas focuses on defending clients at court-martials, as well as, administrative separation hearings in the military justice system. Mr. Thomas also represents clients facing state and federal criminal charges in North Carolina. What sets Mr. Thomas apart is that he has experience from every angle in the courtroom and the ability to try any case that comes across his desk. Before starting his...

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Walter Vatcher

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer

(910) 455-9494 219 New Bridge St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Insurance Claims and Traffic Tickets
Campbell University

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Graduated UNC-Chapel Hill with BS degree in Industrial Relations in 1974; Graduated in Charter Class of Campbell University School of Law in 1979; Assistant District Attorney 4th Judicial District 1979-84. Private Practice of Law 1984-present. Primary Area of Practice: Criminal Defense; DWI; Driver's License Restoration. Licensed Real Estate Broker since 1974.

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Will Shuford

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 1 year of experience

(910) 300-9994 200 Valencia Drive
Jacksonville, NC 28546

Criminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets

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I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law who graduated in May 2023 with a Juris Doctor. During my time in law school, I was a member of the South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and also served as President of the USC school of law American Constitution Society. I am passionate about helping clients and look forwarding to serving you as best I can.

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Mario Krueger

Craven County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 10 years of experience

(252) 636-3737 1723 S. Glenburnie Rd.
New Bern, NC 28562

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence

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Carrie L. Browder

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer

(910) 347-3344 502 College Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime

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Tyler Ellenberg

Craven County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 2 years of experience

(252) 636-3737 1723 S. Glenburnie Road
New Bern, NC 28562

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Joseph E. Stroud Jr.

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 47 years of experience

(910) 346-3566 825 Gum Branch Rd
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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Samuel S. Popkin

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 47 years of experience

(910) 347-0100 1007 Hargett St
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Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and DWI

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Donald G. Walton Jr.

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience

(910) 455-7770 722 New Bridge St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and DWI

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Georgann Geracos

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 38 years of experience

(910) 389-8979 323 New Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal

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Edward Grey Bailey

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 59 years of experience

(910) 455-7711 314 New Bridge St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and DWI

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Christopher James Welch

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience

(910) 347-0161 716 Court St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and DWI

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Ann D. Maready

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience

(910) 333-9595 630 Court St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal and DWI

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John W. Ceruzzi

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 27 years of experience

(910) 455-4175 114 Old Bridge St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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Gary H. Clemmons

Craven County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience

(252) 633-6868 PO Box 12530
New Bern, NC 28561

Criminal, Civil Rights, Personal Injury and Products Liability

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Vaughan Taylor

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer

(910) 455-6300 825 Gum Branch Rd
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI and Military

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Deke Owens

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney

(910) 455-7700 313 New Bridge St
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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John Carter Jr

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Attorney

(910) 938-5018 624 Shadowood Dr
Jacksonville, NC 28540

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Family

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James Andrew Lanier

Onslow County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer

(910) 455-4175 114 Old Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540

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James Lupton

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 32 years of experience

(252) 298-5149 106- D Professional Park Drive
Beaufort, NC 28516

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University of North Carolina School of Law

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Jim Lupton is an accomplished Criminal Defense attorney and formerly a successful local prosecutor. He is the only private criminal defense attorney in Carteret County both certified by the North Carolina State Bar as a State Criminal Law Specialist and recognized as an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell, which is the highest possible rating in both legal ability and ethical standards. Jim is knowledgeable, confident, well-respected, hardworking and above all, always dedicated to protecting his clients by listening to them, being available for them, and aggressively fighting for them. He has been admitted to practice in U.S. District...

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William Joseph Kennedy III

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 18 years of experience

(252) 728-1208 613 Cedar St
Ste. A
Beaufort, NC 28516

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University

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Joe Kennedy is a former prosecutor, and now a dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney. As a prosecutor, he handled tens of thousands of cases and gained valuable experience and insight. Joe is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation for clients facing criminal charges. Joe received a B.A. from University of North Carolina Chapel Hill in 2000. He obtained his J.D. from Samford University’s Cumberland School of Law in 2006. Joe is member of the North Carolina Bar Association, North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, Carteret County Bar, and District 3-B Bar. He has received multiple honors including an AV Preeminent Rating...

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John Nobles III

10.0

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(252) 298-5149 106-D Professional Park Drive
Beaufort, NC 28516

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Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Campbell Law School

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John E. Nobles, III focuses his practice on criminal defense. Like his partner Jim Lupton, he handles everything from traffic violations to serious felonies, including homicides. John is a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill. Prior to Law School, John served in the United States Marine Corps as a Force Reconnaissance Platoon Commander. He served three combat tours for our country. After being Honorably Discharged as a Captain, John attended Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law. John has defended numerous clients and understands the importance and seriousness of an accusation. He strives to get the best possible...

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Anita Powers

Duplin County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 40 years of experience

(910) 285-7440 Wallace, NC 28466

Criminal, Estate Planning and Family
North Carolina Central University School of Law

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Bevin Wall

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience

(252) 223-4411 7025 Highway 70, Ocean Way Plaza, Suite F
Newport , NC 28570

Free ConsultationCriminal, Bankruptcy, DWI and Foreclosure Defense
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

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Bevin W. Wall, Attorney at Law is a General Practice of Law emphasizing DWI, Traffic & Criminal Defense, Real Estate & Bankruptcy Law, and Wills & Estates. Located in Newport, North Carolina, the primary jurisdictions of practice are the District & Superior Courts of Carteret & Craven Counties, NC, including Beaufort, Morehead City, Newport, Havelock, New Bern, and the Crystal Coast Beach communities of Atlantic Beach, Pine Knoll Shores, Indian Beach and Emerald Isle. A Leader in the Legal Community, the goal of Bevin W. Wall, Attorney at Law is to provide quality legal services to his clients, in an...

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Philip J. Clarke III

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience

(252) 222-5252 534 North 35th Street, Unit I
Morehead City, NC 28557

Free ConsultationCriminal, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Campbell Law School

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"Give me liberty or give me death." I get that. Over the last 20+ years, I have represented many many clients, young, old, all walks of life, charged with crimes (some rightly, some-wrongly, some both) For many, their quality of life is suddenly gone, because they are incarcerated, and cannot make bond. For those folks, the powerful and slow machine that is our legal system begins its punishment long before any guilt is proven-- the accused is isolated, and their ability to help themselves is very limited, perhaps especially in finding a good lawyer. If ...

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Justin P. Enecks

10.0

(1 Peer Review)

(252) 222-0216 801 Arendell St
Suite 4
Morehead City, NC 28557

Free ConsultationCarteret County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 14 years of experience
Criminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Elon University

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Justin has been defending criminal defendants in Carteret County since 2013. Prior to moving to Carteret County, Justin and his wife, Erin, practiced law in Guilford and Davidson County. Justin completed his undergraduate studies at Duke University, and after working in the business world for several years, Justin attended law school at Elon University. After receiving his law license, Justin opened and gradually expanded his own practice. Justin joined Wheatly Weeks Newton, PA, in January 2025 and continues to represent criminal defendants in Carteret County.

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Roger Crowe Jr

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 43 years of experience

(252) 499-0661 402 Turner Street
Beaufort, NC 28516

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Campbell University

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Roger Crowe has been a Criminal Defense Attorney for 27 years. He has represented tens of thousands of clients. His reputation as a trial Attorney is exceeded only by his devotion to his Family and Community. Recently, The NATIONAL TRIAL LAWYERS ASSOCIATION, named him to the "Top 100 Criminal Trial Lawyers in North Carolina." Roger was born in Dunn, North Carolina. He attended NC State University where he double majored in Business and Economics. He attends services at First United Methodist Church in Morehead City. Roger has been married for 34 years and has 2 Children. He enjoys fishing...

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Joel Hancock

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years of experience

(252) 515-1516 601A Cedar Street
Beaufort, NC 28516

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Pennsylvania State University - Dickinson School of Law

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Joel Hancock is a native of Carteret County, NC. He was born and raised on Harkers Island by Susan and Joel Hancock, Sr.

Joel focuses exclusively on helping those who have been accused of criminal charges such as traffic infractions, DWI, misdemeanors, and felonies in Carteret County, NC.

In May of 2018, after five years of representing thousands of clients charged with everything from simple seat belt tickets to serious felonies, Joel opened Hancock Law Firm in Beaufort, NC, so he could devote 100% of his time at work to providing elite representation to his clients, and devote 100% of...

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Mark V.L. Gray

Beaufort County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 43 years of experience

153 W Main St
#100
Washington, NC 27889

Free ConsultationCriminal, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill

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Attorney Mark V.L. Gray, founder of the North Carolina law firm of Gray Legal Group has been practicing law since 1982.

Our founding lawyers are trusted in the legal community and are members of many prestigious organizations. Mark V.L. Gray is a member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, a group that is limited only to those who have recovered many millions of dollars for victims of negligence, as well as the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL). We are respected by our peers for our diligence in standing up for the rights of our clients.

Attorney Grays’ longevity means that...

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Lee Wilson Bettis Jr

Craven County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience

(252) 649-1710 225 A Broad Street
New Bern, NC 28560

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Personal Injury
Brooklyn Law School

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I am a former Marine, (1982-1986) who began practicing Federal Criminal law in 2001 in New York City. In 2004 I was admitted to the North Carolina Bar and have been a practicing trial attorney ever since. I say "trial attorney", because that is what I am. Whether you have a complex criminal felony, a misdemeanor, a DWI, or a domestic case; if I cannot reach a reasonable conclusion with opposing counsel, I am always prepared to empanel a jury and plead your case.

With nearly 19 years of Criminal, Domestic and Civil trial experience, both...

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Carolyn Barnett Brady

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Attorney with 39 years of experience

(252) 726-8411 710 Arendell Street
Suite 105
Morehead City, NC 28557

Criminal, DWI, Family and Traffic Tickets
Wake Forest University School of Law

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Carolyn Barnett Brady grew up in Henderson, NC and graduated from Vance Senior High School in 1977. She attended Davidson College and obtained a B.A. degree in 1981. She worked as a paralegal at Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLP in New York, NY before returning to North Carolina to attend Wake Forest University School of Law. While at Wake Forest, she participated on the Jessup International Law Moot Court Team. In 1985 she graduated from Wake Forest University School of Law and accepted employment at Alston & Bird, LLP in Atlanta, GA. In 1988...

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Matthew Hayes Godwin

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience

(252) 499-6601 402 Turner Street
Beaufort, NC 28516

Criminal, DWI, Juvenile and Traffic Tickets
North Carolina Central University School of Law

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Matt Godwin grew up in Tarboro, graduating from Tarboro High School in 1997 and from North Carolina State University in 2001. In 2002, Matt enrolled in the School of Law at North Carolina Central University. Following his second year at Central, he worked as a legal intern at the Carteret County District Attorney's office. During Matt's third year of law school, he also interned at the North Carolina Attorney General's Office. Upon graduation and admission to the North Carolina State Bar in 2005, Matt worked as an Assistant District Attorney in Wake County. During his tenure at the...

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Hayes S. Ludlum

Duplin County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience

404 N. Pine St.
P.O. Box 711
Warsaw, NC 28398

Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
Campbell University

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Hayes was born and raised in Eastern North Carolina and graduated from James Kenan High School in 1998. Hayes attended Hampden-Sydney College in Central Virginia where he met his future wife Emily. A graduate of Campbell University School of Law, Hayes was active in the Honor Court and was elected Cheif Justice of the Honor Court his 3L year. Hayes and Emily reside in Duplin County with their son Miller. In his spare time Hayes can be found running the backroads of Duplin County. He also enjoys fishing and hunting.

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Joshua H. Tetterton

Carteret County, NC Criminal Law Lawyer with 16 years of experience

(252) 728-1373 613 Cedar Street, Suite C
Beaufort, NC 28516

Free ConsultationCriminal and DWI
Campbell Law School

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