Criminal Defense Section

Our section offers our members advanced analysis and resources to advocate for our clients. Our diverse state-wide membership actively engages in current discussions on emerging issues through our listserv, while our networking events provide ample opportunities to connect with other lawyers. In addition, we offer CLE courses on Criminal Law, DWI, and the Death Penalty, as well as case support such as moot exercises and amicus assistance from experienced practitioners. We strive to provide top-notch services to our clients. As a part of our membership benefits, we provide monthly Section Roundtable discussions on relevant subjects for our members. Our section is unique in that we are the sole organization advocating for criminal defense legislation in North Carolina.

Executive Committee Leadership | 2023-2024

Chair
Cynthia Everson | Everson Law Office, PLLC
Vice Chair
Julie Boyer | Julie Boyer, Attorney at Law
Secretary
Christopher Heaney | The Law Office of Christopher J. Heaney, PLLC
Immediate Past Chair
Dionne Gonder-Stanley | NCCU School of Law
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Chair
Kristen Dewar | Minick Law, P.C.
Education Co-Chair
Beckie Moriello | Raleigh Immigration Law Firm
Legal Affairs Co-Chair
Christopher Heaney | The Law Office of Christopher J. Heaney, PLLC
Legal Affairs Co-Chair
Amos Tyndall | Amos Tyndall PLLC
Legislative Co-Chair
Julie Boyer | Julie Boyer, Attorney at Law
Legislative Co-Chair
Thomas Maher | Law Offices of Amos Tyndall, PLLC
Membership Co-Chair
Blake Marcus | Minick Law Firm
PAC Chair
D. Cole Phelps | The Law Office of D. Cole Phelps, PLLC
Public Service Chair
Diane Tucker Charns | IDS – Chief Regional Defender
NCBA Criminal Justice Section Liaison
Dionne Gonder-Stanley | NCCU School of Law
Sentencing Commission Liaison
Lindsey Granados | Nickel & Granados, PLLC