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"Redefining Lawyering & Advocacy". Johnnie "Jay" Finch, Jr. was born, raised, and educated in Northeastern North Carolina.  He would feel it robbery to practice law anywhere else, but the place he knows as home. Johnnie is committed to Redefining Lawyering in Northeastern North Carolina, by speaking for those who cannot be heard, and lending a hand to those who have taken a fall.  At heart, Johnnie's true passion is Advocacy.  He realizes one cannot be an effective Advocate, without an intimate understanding of his client's concerns.  If you've been charged with a Criminal or Traffic offense, choose Johnnie to stand and fight for you.. The Law Office of Johnnie L. Finch Jr., PLLC

Mr. Castle studied philosophy in his twenties.  After obtaining a Ph.D. in that field from the University of Chicago, he went on to study law at Duke University School of Law.  At the beginning of his legal career, Mr. Castle served as a prosecutor in Onslow and Jones Counties, North Carolina.  Since 2007, he has been in private practice and has passionately represented and assisted hundreds of clients with all sorts of legal matters.  Mr. Castle concentrates in civil and criminal litigation.. As a native of South Korea, Mr. Castle loves spicy food.  He is an avid fan of combat sports.  He himself has dabbled in Tae Kweon Do and Judo.  He is married with two lovely daughters, two dogs and three kittens.

Steven Matthew Laird has been an practicing law since August of 2009. Mr. Laird's practice areas include civil and criminal litigation.  Mr. Laird defends misdemeanor and felony criminal cases, domestic violence, juvenile delinquency, misdemeanor and felony probation violations, DWIs, and misdemeanor appeal cases in both district and superior court.  Mr. Laird also handles absolute divorces, wills, and small claims cases.Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Laird attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for his undergraduate degree. There, he double majored in Political Science and Psychology whereas he received a BA in both of those study areas in 2006. After graduating from UNC-Chapel Hill, Mr. Laird attended Campbell University-Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law and became a member of Phi Delta Phi.  Mr. Laird received his Juris Doctorate in May of 2009 and passed the North Carolina Bar Exam in July of 2009. Mr. Laird is a member of the 4th District Judicial Bar and has been since 2009.

I have extensive criminal trial experience representing clients charged with both misdemeanor and felony offenses. I have civil litigation experience including landlord/tenant disputes, property disputes, contract disputes and business disputes. I also practice domestic law, specifically divorce, custody and separation agreement issues. I assist in busienss development and expansion issues and handle Wills, Estates and Trust and incompetency proceedings.

I am an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney, who has handled a wide range of cases, and is dedicated to passionately representing the rights of my clients. I have defended clients in bench and jury trials throughout Western North Carolina.

I am a North Carolina trial attorney, but began my legal career in Washington, DC, at the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia in 2006.  In my first two years at PDS, I worked in an attorney fellowship position focused on litigating complex forensics issues in serious felony cases, and also worked in partnership with the Innocence Project to develop litigation strategies to combat the leading causes of wrongful conviction in trial courts nationwide.. After two years in that concentrated role, I moved into the trial division at PDS in DC, where I was trained by some of the best defense attorneys in the country.  In 2011, I founded Hiltzheimer Law Office, PLLC in DC, and in 2012 relocated the practice to Raleigh, NC, when my family decided to make North Carolina our home.

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 organizing collective action to secure adequate health and safety conditions for his cast-mates in a particularly unacceptable production inspired me to pursue a career in law.. While in law school, I continued to advocate for those in need by providing 100+ hours of Pro Bono legal services, and by defending local tenants against eviction as a clinician in the UNC Civil Legal Assistance Clinic.. I have been practicing law in Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Granville, Johnston, Orange, Person, and Wake County. I have personally handled DWIs, assault, domestic violence, theft, and traffic charges; as well as expunctions.. I would be humbled and honored to advocate for you.

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, achieved Dean's List honors, and was named to the prestigious Order of the Barristers.  Before attending law school Mike graduated from the University of North Carolina 's Kenan Flagler Business School with a degree in Business Administration then went to work for the law firm of Hedrick, Gardner, Kincheloe and Garofalo LLP.  Mike previously worked for the Maitland Law Firm in Chapel Hill where he was in charge of the firm's Criminal, Traffic, and Personal Injury section. Mike left his position at Maitland Law for an opportunity to join the Law Office of Matthew Charles Suczynski PLLC in 2011.  He has concentrated his practice areas and teamed up with Matthew Suczynski to provide the residents of North Carolina with superior legal service at affordable rates.. Mike is a skilled litigator and accomplished negotiator who utilizes his knowledge of the local court system and trial process to efficiently handle criminal, traffic, DWI, and personal injury matters. Mike and his wife, Brittney, have been members of the Chapel Hill/Durham community for over a decade.  He gives back to the community by coaching youth sports, serving as a Resident Judge in Teen Court, and volunteering as a Supervising Attorney for the NC Driver's License Restoration Project.  Mike believes that communication is key and takes pride in providing personal legal service to each and every client.

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Shannon Williamson was born and raised in Hillsborough, North Carolina. She obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and Law Degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law.. Shannon has dedicated her practice to Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation since 2014. She has appeared before judges from Boone to Goldsboro, NC with a majority of her experience in the Raleigh area. She also has experience in Federal Court matters.. Strong Advocate for the Rights of Injured Victims and Workers. Shannon is a strong advocate for the rights of NC car accident victims and injured workers. She worked in the past for the North Carolina Department of Justice and is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and the North Carolina Bar Association. Shannon is admitted to practice in the Middle District of the United States District Court.. Representing Car Accident Victims and Workers’ Compensation Claimants in North Carolina. Admissions. Education. Professional Affiliations

A public servant, an individual who serves at the pleasure of the public; Sable has always felt her best when being able to help others in need. As a former Pitt County prosecutor, she has had the opportunity to tailor justice in a more progessive form, better suited to fit today's social and economic climate. She founded S.Toney Law on the basic principle of putting the "just" back into justice, which simply means helping those in need and advocating for what is right and fair. Her Grandfather was a beacon of light and she approaches every client with his words of wisdom in mind "people are prone to forget what you say, they are prone to forget what you do; But they seldom forget how you make them feel.". Call us today at and let's see how we can help you!