Donald R. Vaughan & Associates is a distinguished North Carolina law firm with nearly four decades of experience, offering comprehensive legal services across criminal defense, civil litigation, and real estate law. Led by Don Vaughan, a North Carolina Bar Association Legal Practice Hall of Fame inductee and former state Senator, the firm is nationally recognized and locally respected for its seasoned advocacy and deep community involvement.
The firm’s approach combines extensive courtroom experience with a commitment to personalized client service, representing individuals and businesses throughout the Piedmont region. With a background in public service and education—including an adjunct professorship at Wake Forest University School of Law—Don Vaughan brings unique insight into both legal and governmental processes. The practice is particularly noted for its work in clemency cases, DWI defense, and complex civil matters, serving clients in Greensboro, High Point, Winston-Salem, and surrounding counties.
Services Offered
- Criminal Defense
- DWI/DUI Defense
- Speeding and Traffic Tickets
- Felonies and Misdemeanors
- Probation Violations
- Expunctions and Record Sealing
- Executive and Presidential Pardons
- Post-Conviction Relief
- Civil Litigation
- Auto Accidents and Personal Injury
- Serious Injury Claims
- Nursing License Defense
- Professional Licensing Matters
- Estate Planning
- Wills and Trusts
- Real Estate Closings
- General Practice Legal Services
The firm serves clients across Guilford, Forsyth, Alamance, Randolph, Rockingham, Orange, Durham, and Wake Counties, leveraging deep regional knowledge and a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in both criminal and civil arenas. Don Vaughan’s receipt of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine—North Carolina’s highest civilian honor—further underscores the firm’s standing and dedication to service.
