Best DWI Attorneys in Raleigh

Russell W. “Rusty” DeMent III is an experienced trial lawyer in Raleigh who is dedicated to defending clients accused of felonies and misdemeanors in North Carolina’s state and federal courts. A former Wake County prosecutor, he has the skill and experience to defend clients accused of such serious criminal offenses as murder, assault, DWI and drug crimes in Raleigh, NC, and has enjoyed particular success defending clients accused of driving while impaired (DWI) and other traffic offenses. His professional experience has been recognized by Martindale Hubbell Peer Review Ratings and Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite.

After working two years as a state prosecutor handling hundreds of cases, Edd Roberts decided to devote a large part of his practice to defending and helping people who find themselves under criminal investigation or prosecution by the government. He handles criminal cases ranging from traffic matters and DWIs to drug offenses. Edd helps clients defend against DWI convictions. Edd has over 15 years experience and has tried over 100 cases to verdict as a defense attorney in State District and Superior Court. He has been certified by the North Carolina State Bar as a specialist in state criminal law and recognized by his peers for his outstanding efforts in legal representation of others.

G. Ryan Willis has years of experience in DWI law and criminal defense in Raleigh, North Carolina. He started as an assistant district attorney in the Wake County District Attorney's Office where he worked for several years. With that experience as a prosecutor, he knows how to win and get DWI cases dismissed for his clients. In private practice, he is a successful criminal defense attorney with a winning DUI record. Mr. Willis will defend first time DWIs, multiple DWIs, underage and college DWIs, and DWI cases that involve drugs or accidents as a result of drinking and driving. He will handle DWI cases in Raleigh, Wake County, Harnett County, Johnston County, Wayne County, Franklin County, Vance County, the surrounding areas.

John Fanney is a certified specialist in state & federal criminal law, and has devoted his practice exclusively to defending against DWI charges. He will counsel you, assess your case, ensure your rights are protected, communicate with you, advise you on your options, and, if necessary, represent you in trial. He has been a regular speaker at DWI Defense seminars since 2004 and is a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and the National College for DUI Defense. Mr. Fanney was named a Top Lawyer in Raleigh for DWI Defense in 2013 by Best Lawyers n America. He has been recognized by his peers as a SuperLawyer and one of the Best Lawyers in America in DWI defense.

Benjamin Hiltzheimer represents individuals charged with a DWI, can guide you every step of the way as you navigate this difficult process. He will examine the specific facts of your case, including the events leading up to your stop, arrest, and the criminal charges that followed, and assess any potential legal issues that may arise from those facts. The state needs to prove that the officers had probable cause to stop you, then analyze the testing and other evidence. Mr. Hiltzheimer may be able to elicit evidence that a field sobriety test, or breathalyzer test, was administered improperly, which is a defense for a DWI charge. Hiring the right Raleigh DWI lawyer is a critical decision at the outset of the process.