Best Criminal Defense Lawyers near Cary, NC

1 of these firms is based in Cary; the others serve Cary from Raleigh (10 mi).

2 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

McCoppin & Associates, Attorneys at Law

McCoppin & Associates, Attorneys at Law

4.8 48 reviews
“Just really thankful for an attorney that goes out of his way to just simply help his client patiently.”
Free consultation10,000+ cases handledServes Research Triangle Park, Raleigh +4Since 1995
1250 SE Maynard Rd suite 202
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Fanney Law Office

Fanney Law Office

4.8 48 reviews
“Attorney John Fanny's expertise, professionalism, and genuine care truly made a difference.”
Free phone consultationServes Raleigh, Wake CountyBBB A+Open 24 hoursSince 2017
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Percy Law Office

Percy Law Office

5.0 50 reviews
“He was quick to respond to any questions and helped us to be ready for the court date with all pertinent information needed.”
Free phone consultationBBB A+Since 2018
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Saad Law

Saad Law

5.0 49 reviews
“I am so grateful to Attorney Steven Saad, for helping me get a dismissal.”
Free phone consultationServes Wake CountyBBB A+Since 2020
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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The Chetson Firm

The Chetson Firm

4.8 48 reviews
“I attained this lawyer in March 2021 and all 12 of my charges were dismissed by Nov 2021 and expunged by Dec 2021.”
Free consultationBBB A+Since 2005
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Roberts Law Office, PA

Roberts Law Office, PA

4.9 48 reviews
“From start to finish Robert's Law Office assisted me from recommendations for treatment eval, to getting my case rescheduled last minute due to traveling issues, to helping get my case resolved!”
Free consultationServes North CarolinaBBB A+Since 2006
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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The 15 firms listed for Cary, NC defend criminal charges for people. What each states about the offenses it takes and the courts it appears in comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Cary, NC

The 15 firms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,619 reviews; all 15 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (99%), responsiveness (84%) and quality (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "knowledge" and "communication". 2 are open around the clock and 5 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are criminal defense (5), expungements (3), child pornography (2), divorce (2) and domestic violence (2). 12 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 2 offer urgent consultations and 8 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 15 of the firms on this page; 13 publish a contact page and 9 list a public email. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Are criminal law firms listed for Cary open on Saturdays or Sundays?

5 of the 15 firms on this page list hours on a Saturday or a Sunday. Arrests keep no office hours, so the more useful question is whether a firm answers its phone for a custody call at night. Ask that directly when you call, and ask who picks up.

Law Office of Dewey P. Brinkley

Law Office of Dewey P. Brinkley

4.9 50 reviews
“He was transparent and properly level-set my expectations proportionate to my situation.”
Free consultationSince 2005BBB A+
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Capital City Law

Capital City Law

4.8 47 reviews
“CCL made our home closing process smooth and seamless, which wasn't a granted -- especially since we closed remotely while out of state.”
Flat fees5 attorneysServes Fuquay-Varina, Apex +8BBB A+Since 2017
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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The Law Office of Christopher R. Detwiler

The Law Office of Christopher R. Detwiler

4.8 46 reviews
“Chris is an extremely intelligent lawyer with obvious compassion for his clients & their individual situations.”
Free consultationOpen 24 hoursSince 2012
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Polk Law

Polk Law

4.8 49 reviews
“Very good service, he tried a lot to resolve my case and is an excellent person.”
Free phone consultationServes North CarolinaBBB A+Since 2012
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh

Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh

4.9 48 reviews
“He helped with a driving infraction I had many years ago and I always felt supported during that event by Trey and staff.”
Free consultationBBB accreditedSince 2007
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Life Law

Life Law

4.4 39 reviews
“Dana, the attorney, is fast-working, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable.”
Free consultationNorth Carolina Bar since 20044 attorneysSe habla españolBBB A+Since 2008
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Matheson & Associates

Matheson & Associates

4.9 49 reviews
“Through all that time, he and his staff were always there to answer questions, were extremely responsive, and went above and beyond to ensure the best resolution possible.”
Se habla españolSince 2013
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Kurtz & Blum

Kurtz & Blum

4.6 43 reviews
“The best law firm, they are a group of lawyers who work as a team with you, they keep you informed and although they have many cases, yours will always be paramount and important.”
BBB A+Since 2001
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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Hiltzheimer Law Office

Hiltzheimer Law Office

5.0 49 reviews
“Robert was very professional, caring and certainly did an excellent job representing me”
Free phone consultationServes North CarolinaSince 2002
Raleigh, NC · 10 mi from Cary
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