Nathan has represented individuals accused of criminal offenses ranging from minor speeding tickets to capital murder since 2003. Although the consequences and strategies differ in each case, his approach remains the same. In order for the client-lawyer relationship to be successful, there must actually be a relationship. It must be a relationship where the client feels comfortable and confident that their lawyer truly cares about their case. Secondly, there is no substitute for preparation. There is no consistent way for an attorney to reach the best possible result unless he takes the time and steps necessary to be fully prepared in each and every case. Finally, an attorney must be open to negotiating, but willing and able to aggressively litigate for his client. Nathan uses this approach to reach the best possible result for his clients. Nathan is a native of Western North Carolina and a graduate of Western Carolina University. He earned his law degree from Regent University in Virginia Beach, Virginia. While in law school, he was chosen to intern with the 30th District Attorney’s Office as well as one of Virginia Beach’s largest and most respected criminal defense firms. Upon graduation, he moved back home and for nine years worked with Melrose, Seago & Lay, P.A., where he was a partner for five years. After meeting attorney David Moore and recognizing similar commitment to client values, Earwood and Moore, P.A. was opened with a vision of being known for knowledgeable, well-prepared, and aggressive client representation. Over the next five years, the firm grew aggressively to five lawyers and three offices. In 2017, Nathan, in an effort to have firm entirely committed to providing reliable and quality criminal defense representation, Nathan branched off to form the Law Office of Nathan Earwood. Nathan doesn’t dabble in criminal defense, this is all he does and he thoroughly enjoys finding solutions to difficult situations and protecting individual rights. Nathan is a skilled trial lawyer in the courtroom but has a calming and comforting demeanor in the office, where he can clearly explain the most complex legal situation with his clients. Nathan is active in his community, church, coaching youth sports, and legal organizations and has served on various boards including the Criminal Justice Partnership Program and the Salvation Army. He is a past or present member of the Academy of Trial Lawyers, North Carolina Bar Association, Advocates for Justice, Young Trial Lawyers Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and more. Nathan has represented several individuals throughout western North Carolina charged with first-degree murder and has attended the “Capital College” in Raleigh, NC. Nathan’s trial experience is second to none, having tried the most serious of cases including first-degree murder and rape. Each year, Nathan attends multiple continuing education courses devoted to innovative ways to better represent those accused of crimes. Nathan prides himself on being a “student of the law,” keeping current on the most recent Court of Appeals and Supreme Court opinions relating to his practice. Nathan has also worked on post-conviction cases throughout his career and received relief from the Court in State v. Chapman, 18 N.C. App. 378 (2007) and a new trial in State v. Webb, 197 N.C. App. 619 (2009) Nathan lives in Waynesville with his wife, the Honorable Kristina Earwood, a District Court Judge, and their two wonderful children.

Firm has 35 years experience, continuing a family tradition of lawyers stretching back 100 years.

The criminal defense attorneys at Frasier & Griffin, PLLC represent individuals and corporations in state and federal criminal trials and appeals throughout the state of North Carolina. The attorneys at our firm have represented citizens accused in nearly every type of criminal offense and our experience is one of the key reasons our firm continues to rank highly among those seeking criminal defense in the Raleigh – Durham, Chapel Hill, Oxford, Roxboro, Burlington area.

Bruce A. Mason grew up in Fairmont, West Virginia. He graduated magna cum laude from West Virginia University in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science degree in business finance. Bruce attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law and graduated in 1989. After working with the firm of Pennington and Wicks, Bruce founded Mason & Mason in 1993 as a general trial practice specializing in criminal defense with a concentration in personal injury representation. The North Carolina State Bar recognizes him as a board certified specialist in state criminal law. Bruce maintains an “excellent” rating by the national lawyer rating service of Martindale Hubbell. Bruce practices extensively in Federal Court and is a member of the C.J.A. Panel which is comprised of attorneys selected by the Federal Judiciary to represent clients in Federal Court by appointment. Bruce concentrates his practice in the areas of criminal defense , driving while impaired defense , traffic law and personal injury . He also provides representation in school suspension hearing, domestic violence protective action and professional employment defense

At the North Carolina law firm of Roger R. Compton, Attorney At Law, our attorneys provide experienced and dedicated representation. From initial consultations to trial, we aggressively support our clients' best interests and constantly strive to be the best advocate for our clients. Whether our clients need assistance with family law matters, filing for bankruptcy, applying for Social Security benefits or fighting a traffic violation, our attorneys are dedicated to serving their needs.

Growing up as the son of a Marine Corps Aviator and a public school teacher, John W. Cox saw firsthand how his parents dedicated their lives to helping others. From defending those who can’t protect themselves, to teaching children for the betterment of themselves and society, he couldn’t help but be affected by his parent’s zeal to serve. Thanks to the support of his parents, John pursued a career defending others according to the letter of the law. He received his Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University in 1997. John subsequently passed the bar exam in 1997 and opened his law practice in Hickory, NC. The next year, John moved the practice to Graham, where he married Shannon, and now have three children together. John W. Cox has practiced law in Alamance County since 1998 and has built a reputation for being a lawyer that takes your case personally and defends peoples rights with utmost integrity. He has represented thousands of clients on charges ranging from DUI/DWI and traffic law violations to juvenile law and criminal defenses including misdemeanors and felonies. In 2012, John received the designation of Board Certified Specialist Criminal Law-Juvenile Delinquency from the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization.

Catherine was raised in Northampton County, North Carolina. She attended North Carolina State University and later went to North Carolina Central School of Law to obtain her J.D. She is truly passionate about her clients and works diligently to minimize the impact the justice system can have on their lives. Even while attending NCCU School of Law, Catherine was dedicated to defending the rights of those accused of crimes. As a third-year law student, Catherine participated in the law school criminal Defense clinic, where she represented clients accused of criminal charges in Durham County under the supervision of a licensed attorney. She also was one of the first students to intern with Legal Aid’s Second Chance Initiative assisting clients in Wilson, Durham, and Wake County with North Carolina Expungements and certificates of relief. Catherine worked in the Durham County Public Defender’s Office for three and a half years where her primary practice was DWI and Traffic, Felony and Misdemeanor Probation Violation and District and superior criminal court. Due to her time in Durham’s Public Defender’s Office, she gained extensive trial and courtroom knowledge and knows her way around the courtroom. Catherine is the mother of twins that love to keep her busy. As a family, they enjoy movies, cooking, and exercising. One of their favorite past times is riding to the beach to go to the aquarium and visiting family in Northampton County. Catherine enjoys working out and is even certified as a personal trainer and nutrition professional.

The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman's size and area of concentration allow us to be responsive to your needs by providing keen and effective solutions to the difficult financial issues you may be facing. The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC will not take on any case unless it can be addressed immediately. Life is tough as it is, let us make it a little easier. At The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC, we know how to stop foreclosure attorneys' actions. We want to help you dig out of the economic hole. With a career and family, it's easy to get lost in the numbers. Let The Law Offices of Paolo M. Newman, PLLC be there to stop foreclosure or wage garnishment and help you get a fresh start, and get back on your feet. As a debt relief agency, we help people and businesses file for bankruptcy, which includes Chapters 7, 11, and 13 bankruptcy proceedings. Lawyer.com Member Questionnaire Please describe a case(s) in the last year or two where you made a big difference. At a recent hearing, the Chapter 13 Trustee was planning to dismiss my client’s case. I was able to show proof that my client had been facing employment challenges, but was now employed, and in a good position to satisfy her monthly mortgage payments. This showing of new employment was sufficient; my client’s case was not dismissed. As such, she was able to continue living in her home. While walking my client out of the hearing, instead of shaking my hand, she gave me a big hug, and said, “God is good, thank you!” Re: made a difference How did you build a successful practice? I built a successful practice through hard work, perseverance…and the prayers of my parents. What information do you need in a free phone consultation? To ensure success during free phone consultations, I need the following information: a. the type of debt you have; b. the type of property you have; c. whether you wish to improve your credit score; d. if you do not own property, whether you wish to obtain such in the near future. What is the most rewarding aspect of your job? The most rewarding aspect of my job is the opportunity to help others. What are your other interests in addition to law? a. family; b. fitness; and c. the Carolina Panthers.

Andrew was born and raised in Syracuse, NY and moved to Charlotte in 2010 to pursue his legal education. Having grown up with 8 siblings and step-siblings, Andrew has been preparing to be a litigator his entire life. ​ He attended SUNY Cortland for his undergraduate studies where he majored in Political Science. He went on to law school shortly after where he completed his graduation requirements in two and a half years; a full semester early. While in law school, Andrew was inducted into the Order of the Crown academic honor society, served as the president of the LGBT Legal Society, and received pro bono highest honors for his volunteer work during law school. Andrew also completed two internships with the Mecklenburg County Public Defender’s Office and the Iredell District Attorney’s office, serving as lead counsel on multiple criminal trials.

Stephen M. Kapral, Jr., one of the firm’s founding members and partners, was born in Williamsburg, Virginia. Mr. Kapral has been awarded the “AV” or “preeminent” rating by the prestigious Martindale Hubbell legal rating publication. Mr. Kapral is a 1987 cum laude graduate of Lehigh University and a 1990 graduate of the University of Miami School of Law. Mr. Kapral is a member of the North Carolina and Florida bars as well as the United States District Court (Western and Middle Districts of North Carolina). Previously, Mr. Kapral served as a past summer intern for the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. Prior to relocating to western North Carolina from Florida with his wife, Gae and their two children, Mr. Kapral was a partner and shareholder in the boutique south Florida firm of Zappitell & Kapral, P.A.. Throughout his distinguished legal career in Florida, Mr. Kapral has handled numerous catastrophic injury cases in all areas of personal injury including nursing home abuse, wrongful death, medical malpractice and automobile and trucking accidents. Mr. Kapral’s legal track record is outstanding with many significant high dollar verdicts and settlements achieved. (Click “recent result” page for more information) In fact, Mr. Kapral was selected as one of the top 3000 Plaintiff’s lawyers in America as published in Lawdragon. Stephen M. Kapral, Jr. is a member of The Million Dollar Advocates Forum, one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million-dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. Please note: Past successes do not guarantee future results, and membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum is not a guarantee of any outcome in your potential case. www.milliondollaradvocates.com Mr. Kapral is proud to have been involved as a past scoring judge at the Association of Trial Lawyers of America National Student Trial Advocacy Competition. He is a current member of the North Carolina Bar Association, American Bar Association, North Carolina Advocates for Justice and a board member for the Greystone IV Property Association. Mr. Kapral continues to concentrate his practice on providing quality representation to clients in personal injury matters, wrongful death, nursing home cases, and property and fire loss claims.