James Rutherford, Attorney at Law is a Wilmington-based criminal defense practice led by a North Carolina State Bar Certified Specialist in Criminal Law. With over 19 years of dedicated experience, the firm stands out for its focused expertise in defending clients against serious criminal allegations, combining certification, peer recognition, and a record of successful case outcomes.
The firm adopts a client-centered approach, emphasizing personalized service and vigorous advocacy for individuals, students, and organizations facing criminal or disciplinary proceedings. James Rutherford is AV Preeminent® rated and has been named to the Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list, reflecting his high ethical standards and legal skill. The practice is particularly distinguished by its certification in administering standardized field sobriety tests and its recognition by the National Trial Lawyers Association as a Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- Domestic Violence
- Restraining Orders
- Drug Crimes
- Heroin Crimes
- Marijuana Crimes
- Possession
- DWI Cases
- Breath & Blood Tests
- Restoration Hearings
- License Revocation/Suspension
- Sex Crimes
- Theft Crimes
- Robbery
- Burglary
- Shoplifting
- University & School Suspensions
- Violent Crimes
- Assault
- Murder/Manslaughter
- Federal Crimes
- Felonies
- Fraud
- Academic Cheating
- Drugs on Campus
- Fighting
- Harassment
- Title IX
- Weapons on Campus
Serving clients in and around Wilmington, North Carolina, the firm offers free initial case evaluations and is equipped to handle both state and federal criminal matters, including specialized cases involving university disciplinary actions and Title IX violations.
