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Thomas Amburgey Included in the 2020 Legal Elite

January 8, 2020

Thomas Amburgey and the Amburgey Law Firm are pleased to announce that Thomas has been included in the Criminal Defense Section of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite 2020. Thomas is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist, is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell and is commonly included in North Carolina Super Lawyers.

Since 2002, the Business North Carolina Legal Elite is a listing of the state’s top lawyers chosen through peer ballotting that asks one question, “Of the Tar Heel lawyers whose work you have observed firsthand, whom would you rate among the current best in these categories?” The Business North Carolina Legal Elite is the only award of its type that gives every active lawyer in the state the opportunity to vote for their peers.

Amburgey Law is a criminal defense firm providing defense representation to adults and juveniles accused of crimes throughout Western North Carolina. Thomas is a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law and focuses his practice on matters involving theft, violence, weapons, substances, probation matters, white-collar crimes and investigations, and capital crimes, and gladly accepts referrals in these areas.

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Felonies & Misdemeanors

Felonies & Misdemeanors

Thomas defends against an inclusive range of felony and misdemeanor charges. If you have been accused of a crime, call Thomas. To find out more about our services click this card.
Federal Crimes

Federal Crimes

Federal crime includes computer crime, intellectual property crime, environmental crime, export/import violations, tax violations, False Claims Act matters, and fraud related to healthcare, cybersecurity, procurement, securities, finance & banking, and accounting.
Homicide

Homicide

Murder is one of the most serious crimes to be accused of and, if convicted, is accompanied by a life sentence, possibly without parole. Common charges include voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, second-degree murder, and first-degree murder.
Weapons Offenses

Weapons Offenses

Weapons and firearms violations can result in an array of punishments which include your right to own a weapon in the future.  Charges might include felon in possession of a firearm, violations of conceal/carry laws, assault with a deadly weapon, and illegal sales of weapons. 
DWI / DUI

DWI / DUI

Being charged with a DWI/DUI in North Carolina is no small matter. Retain a defense lawyer with experience with North Carolina DWI/DUI defense. As a former prosecutor, I have exceptional knowledge of the State Court systems and the DWI/DUI process to help defend against your charges.
Violent Crime

Violent Crime

Violent crimes include an array of assault and battery charges.  Severity of charges are dependent upon whether a weapon was present, the nature of the relationship between perpetrator and victim, and the outcome of the encounter assault.  Click this card to find out more about violent crime and how we can help.
Theft & Property Crime

Theft & Property Crime

Property crime can take form through a wide range of charges from misdemeanor matters like shoplifting to felony matters like auto theft and burglary.  Some types of property crime can result in penalties that last decades and some can rise to the level of a federal offense. Click this card to find out more. 
Sex Crime

Sex Crime

Crimes surrounding sex range from harassment to rape and can result in variable punishments at the state and federal levels depending on whether children, the internet, money, or weapons are involved.  Seek the guidance of an experienced criminal defense attorney if you are being charged with a sexual offense.
Drug Crime

Drug Crime

A drug crime conviction can impose some of the harshest penalties available, including hefty fines, seizure of property, and possible imprisonment.  If you are faced with any type of drug crime, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you navigate the complex drug laws of North Carolina.  
White Collar Crime

White Collar Crime

Common white-collar crimes include but are not limited to fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and forgery. If you suspect that you are the subject of a criminal, corporate, or governmental investigation, seek the assistance of an experienced criminal lawyer to help you.
Felonies & Misdemeanors

Felonies & Misdemeanors

Thomas defends against an inclusive range of felony and misdemeanor charges. If you have been accused of a crime, call Thomas. To find out more about our services click this card.

Federal Crimes

Federal Crimes

Federal crime includes computer crime, intellectual property crime, environmental crime, export/import violations, tax violations, False Claims Act matters, and fraud related to healthcare, cybersecurity, procurement, securities, finance & banking, and accounting.

Homicide

Homicide

Murder is one of the most serious crimes to be accused of and, if convicted, is accompanied by a life sentence, possibly without parole. Common charges include voluntary manslaughter, involuntary manslaughter, vehicular homicide, second-degree murder, and first-degree murder.

Weapons Offenses

Weapons Offenses

Weapons and firearms violations can result in an array of punishments which include your right to own a weapon in the future.  Charges might include felon in possession of a firearm, violations of conceal/carry laws, assault with a deadly weapon, and illegal sales of weapons. 

DWI / DUI

DWI / DUI

Being charged with a DWI/DUI in North Carolina is no small matter. Retain a defense lawyer with experience with North Carolina DWI/DUI defense. As a former prosecutor, I have exceptional knowledge of the State Court systems and the DWI/DUI process to help defend against your charges.

Violent Crime

Violent Crime

Violent crimes include an array of assault and battery charges.  Severity of charges are dependent upon whether a weapon was present, the nature of the relationship between perpetrator and victim, and the outcome of the encounter assault.  Click this card to find out more about violent crime and how we can help.

Theft & Property Crime

Theft & Property Crime

Property crime can take form through a wide range of charges from misdemeanor matters like shoplifting to felony matters like auto theft and burglary.  Some types of property crime can result in penalties that last decades and some can rise to the level of a federal offense. Click this card to find out more. 

Sex Crime

Sex Crime

Crimes surrounding sex range from harassment to rape and can result in variable punishments at the state and federal levels depending on whether children, the internet, money, or weapons are involved.  Seek the guidance of an experienced criminal defense attorney if you are being charged with a sexual offense.

Drug Crime

Drug Crime

A drug crime conviction can impose some of the harshest penalties available, including hefty fines, seizure of property, and possible imprisonment.  If you are faced with any type of drug crime, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you navigate the complex drug laws of North Carolina.  

White Collar Crime

White Collar Crime

Common white-collar crimes include but are not limited to fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and forgery. If you suspect that you are the subject of a criminal, corporate, or governmental investigation, seek the assistance of an experienced criminal lawyer to help you.

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