DUI / DWI Defense Criminal Defense: General Practice
*Named the "Lawyer of the Year" in this practice area in the 2026 edition in Wilmington, NC.
James W. McGee, Jr.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013 
Awarded Practice Areas
Biography
James W. McGee, Jr. has been a resident of Wilmington, North Carolina, since 1990. After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, McGee attended and earned his Juris Doctorate from Campbell Law School.
From residing in Wilmington for over 30 years to attending a North Carolina law school, McGee has developed an intimate understanding of both the state’s people and its laws concerning DUI/DWI and Criminal Law.
McGee is considered a thought-leader in the area of DUI/DWI law in the state of North Carolina. He was named the Best Lawyers® 2021 DUI / DWI Defense “Lawyer of the Year” in Wilmington, North Carolina. Additionally, he is a published author and served as a faculty member for numerous DUI/DWI seminars in North Carolina and nationwide.
In addition to his DUI/DWI work, he handles all criminal law case types from misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges.
McGee handles DUI/DWI and Criminal Law cases in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender County, North Carolina. He welcomes referrals from fellow lawyers who may have a client who needs help in the Greater Wilmington area.
Overview
- Campbell University, J.D., graduated 2003
- North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association
- National College DUI Defense - Member
- North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association
- National College DUI Defense - Member
- Campbell University, J.D., graduated 2003
Client Testimonials
Awards & Focus
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
- DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington, NC (2026)
- DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington, NC (2024)
- DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington, NC (2021)
- DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington, NC (2015)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- DUI / DWI Defense
Additional Areas of Practice:
- Cannabis Law
Awards:
- 2015 Best Lawyers of the Year - DUI/DWI Defense for Wilmington, NC
- 2013 Top Lawyers in NC- As chosen by peers
- 2013 Legal Elite
- 2013 Best Lawyers in America
- 2012 Top Attorneys
News & Media
Case History
Cases
- Field of Law
DWI, Criminal and Traffic matters
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