Lawyer Profile

Bill Powers

Powers Landreth PLLC

Recognized Since:

2010
Recognized in:

Criminal Defense: General Practice

DUI/DWI Defense
Law School:

North Carolina State University
Lawyer Page:

https://www.carolinaattorneys....
Website:

https://www.CarolinaAttorneys....
Phone:

(704) 342.4357
E-mail:

bill@342help.com
Location:

2412 Arty Avenue

Charlotte, NC 28208

"Attorney Bill Powers is a rare find indeed! It is such a rare combination to find a lawyer with incredible talent who still thinks and works from the heart. Bill Powers is that man. He has definitely earned every award he has posted in his office! If you have an important or complicated case ... Bill Powers is your man."

-Allie J., Charlotte

"Bill Powers, of Powers McCartan, did a great job for me on my DUI case. Having worked with attorneys in the past, I was thoroughly impressed with his knowledge and methods. Bill is involved in every aspect of his profession, and it shows in his performance. His team entire team was courteous and assisted me through the process. If you are looking for a no non-sense and effective attorney, .... Bill Powers."

Lawyer Bio

If you, a friend or family member has been charged with a criminal offense in North Carolina, Powers Landreth PLLC is here to help.

“We are in the business of providing sound legal advice during difficult times. We offer experience, a dedication to legal adeptness and probably more than anything, compassion,” says Bill Powers, Senior Partner.

“We see people at their darkest times. We offer legal advice and help without judging people.”

When clients and their family call, it’s normally the worst day in their life.

We want to help people get through those times with a loving heart, with patience and understanding.

Bill Powers has been included in different publications** including:

Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year" CRIMINAL DEFENSE: GENERAL PRACTICE Charlotte, North Carolina 2017
Super Lawyers has included Bill Powers in the 2018 North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine and
Top 100 in North Carolina - 2018 North Carolina Super Lawyers
Top 25 in Charlotte - 2018 Charlotte Super Lawyers

Powers Landreth PLLC selected for inclusion in the U.S. News Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" in 2010 - 2018. Bill has also been included individually as in the publication Best Lawyers in America since 2010.

Bill Powers is a Past President of North Carolina Advocates for Justice 2016 - 2017 ncaj.com

He handles Criminal Defense matters, including general misdemeanors and serious felonies, DWI DUI Impaired Driving cases, Traffic Tickets, and complex personal injury and wrongful death claims normally involving impaired driving.

Mr. Powers is also included in Martindale-Hubbell as a AV "Preeminent Lawyer" 2010 - 2018*

Bill is a board Certified Criminal Law Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy / National Board of Legal Specialty Certification
Founding Member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association
Included in Business North Carolina Magazine, "Legal Elite 2018"

Bill was admitted to practice in North Carolina in 1992.

*AV Preeminent and BV Distinguished are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies.

Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories - legal ability and general ethical standards.

** For more information regarding membership information and criterion for inclusion to Super Lawyers North Carolina and Business North Carolina "Legal Elite" see:

http://profiles.superlawyers.com/north-carolina/charlotte/lawyer/bill-powers/ccf452c7-eeb6-4f0e-98e4-337804e043e8.html

http://businessnc.com/special-sections/legal-elite/#1465233452304-d73b69e6-8cf7

*All recognitions & awards are for North Carolina attorney Bill Powers. For more information on criterion for inclusion see: SuperLawyers, bestlawyers, bestlawfirms, duidla, national-academy, businessnc, nblsc, lawyersofdistinction, top 100 trial lawyers. Thank you again for taking the time to review our credentials. It would be an honor to have a Charlotte criminal lawyer from our law firm help you during your time of need.

https://www.carolinaattorneys.com/bill-powers.html

Important information about Lawyer Associations, Awards, & Certifications and Powers Landreth PLLC / CarolinaAttorneys.com Content: https://www.carolinaattorneys.com/awards-and-associations.html

Education:

North Carolina State University, BA, graduated 1988

Bar Admissions:

North Carolina, North Carolina State Bar

Affiliations:

DUI Defense Lawyers Association - Founding Member
National College of DUI Defense, Inc. - General Member
North Carolina Advocates for Justice - President

Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers for:

Criminal Defense: General Practice, Charlotte (2017)
DUI/DWI Defense, Charlotte (2013)
DUI/DWI Defense, Charlotte (2011)

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for work in:

Criminal Defense: General Practice
DUI/DWI Defense

Awards:

2013 DUI / DWI Lawyer of the Year - Charlotte, NC - Best Lawyers in America
2011 DUI / DWI Lawyers of the Year - Charlotte, NC - Best Lawyers in America
2012 SuperLawyers North Carolina - "Top 100" in North Carolina
2013 SuperLawyers North Carolina - "Top 100" in North Carolina
2014 SuperLawyers North Carolina - "Top 100" in North Carolina
2013 SuperLawyers North Carolina - "Top 25" in Charlotte
2015 SuperLawyers North Carolina
2015 Business North Carolina "Legal Elite"
2014 Business North Carolina "Legal Elite"
2014 National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys - "Top Ten Attorney Award" - North Carolina
2014-2015 American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys - "10 Best" Client Satisfaction Award - North Carolina
2011 America's Most Honored Professionals - "Top 10% of American Professionals" - American Registry
2011 The National Trial Lawyers - "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" - North Carolina
2012 The National Trial Lawyers "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" - North Carolina
2013 The National Trial Lawyers "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" - North Carolina
2014 The National Trial Lawyers "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" - North Carolina
2014 The National Advocacy for DUI Defense, LLL - "Top 100 DWI Attorneys State of North Carolina"
"Ebbie Award - Citation of Excellence" North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers 2008
"Leaders in the Law" - North Carolina Lawyers Weekly - 2011
2015 Best Lawyers in America - Bill Powers - Member Info & Criterion for Inclusion
2018 Super Lawyers North Carolina Magazine - "Top 100" in North Carolina
2018 Super Lawyers North Carolina Magazine - "Top 25" in Charlotte

Additional Information:

Areas of Practice

DWI DUI Impaired Driving Defense
Criminal Defense - Felonies & Misdemeanors
Traffic Offenses - Infractions & Criminal Citations
DMV - Revocation & Restoration Hearings & Appeals

Q&A

Tell us a little bit about your practice and what makes it unique.

A Committed, Compassionate Champion for Justice

Bill Powers, a Charlotte NC criminal defense lawyer, is known as a polite, yet hard-nosed veteran of the courtroom. “Make no mistake, justice is a battle. My goal is to fight to the best of my abilities, while also being courteous to my opponent,” Powers says. “It's something I work on every day.”

What common questions are you asked by clients, and what are your answers?

A Leader in the North Carolina Legal Community

Bill was elected President of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, serving in that position during 2016 – 2017. “It blows me away to be selected as President of NCAJ by my peers. It has been an incredible honor to serve,” Powers says. “The wisest professional decision I ever made was to join the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. One cannot practice law in a vacuum. You must engage.”

Were there any particular inspirations (people or events) that spurred your interest in your practice area(s)?

A Statewide North Carolina Law Firm Practice

The state of North Carolina is wonderful. “I love traveling to different jurisdictions, working with all sorts of lawyers, judges, prosecutors, and court personnel,” says Mr. Powers. “It's a rush to walk into a new jurisdiction for the first time. I can think of no more fulfilling way to practice law.”

Our North Carolina law firm has two convenient North Carolina locations, and one in Rock Hill, South Carolina. “While we may focus on the Charlotte Metro region and surrounding counties, I have no problem traveling near-and-far to help people. Sometimes a fresh look and different perspective is just what's needed in court.”

Bill Powers adds, “I have practiced law and tried cases in many jurisdictions throughout North Carolina. I don't worry about local politics or personalities. I try my cases based on the law and facts. The law is the same in Murphy as it is in Manteo.”

A NC Criminal Lawyer and a Teacher

Mr. Powers makes a point to share what he knows. “One of the more rewarding aspects of my professional life is helping other North Carolina defense attorneys. I don't believe in hiding information or experiences.” Though he spends most of his time in the courtroom, Mr. Powers keeps up in the classroom, too. “The best way to learn is to teach. Helping explain the law and courtroom techniques forces me to be on the forefront of law and legal issues. There is always room to learn and become a better courtroom lawyer.”

A Passion for His Clients and Their Lives

Bill Powers views his job as an opportunity to counsel clients through difficult times. “My passion is to help people, not judge them,” he says. =”I take my responsibilities seriously. People trust me with their worries, concerns, and lives. I absolutely must be there for them.” It's that simple.

Attorney Client Comments

Allie J., Charlotte

"As a practicing attorney myself, it gives me great pleasure in acknowledging the skill and dedication Bill Powers puts forth in advocating on behalf of his clients. ...If you ever need his services, I am 100% positive you will get your monies worth!"

"Bill Powers and his team .... would be my recommended go-to lawyer from here on out for anyone seeking a legal expert. His intelligence of the law and expertise set him above the rest. If you need help, this is your guy."

"I recently engaged Bill Powers to help with a legal matter about which I had much stress, and which could have, conceivably, changed the course of my life. Bill encouraged me throughout the process to stay positive and let him take care of the matter before the court. I also felt that Bill knew exactly what he was doing and that when he entered the court room, he was confident and in charge of things. Once I got to know Bill and was able to watch how he worked within the system, I actually felt a little bit sorry for the DA and assistant DAs. .... I could not have been more pleased or surer that the money I spent was so worth it. Looking back, I would have probably paid double up front if I had known now what the outcome was going to be. I did not think I even had a chance."

"Mr. Powers and his team are highly qualified, energetic, empathetic and capable. You want this man on your side to handle the often turbulent waters associated with law enforcement's zealous and sometimes bias pursuit against law abiding citizens. He will make sure the system doesn't railroad you down a path which ignores your civil rights."

"Bill Powers and their entire firm are amazing! They helped me through the most difficult time in my life. They were always available to answer any questions I had and made me feel as though I was the only client they had. "

"Bill Powers and the attorneys of Powers McCartan are amazing! They helped me through the most difficult time in my life. They were always available to answer any questions I had, and made me feel as though I was the only client they had. "