Ranked #1 in Kings Mountain
Based in Rock Hill, 28 mi away
67/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 451 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Kings Mountain, NC: 2026 rankings
117 criminal defense lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Kings Mountain: Okoye Law LLC - Criminal Defense Attorneys & Divorce Lawyers, LFR Score 67/100; 5.0★ from 451 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): The Law Office of Jason H. Reece, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 117.
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Most-reviewed: iTicket.law - Powered by Hatley Law Office, 1,945 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 117 ranked; ranked #3.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
117 Kings Mountain criminal defense lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 20 are open 24/7, 23 open Saturdays and 22 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 117 rated law firms.
Top 10 criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Okoye Law LLC - Criminal Defense Attorneys & Divorce Lawyers | 67 | 5.0★ (451) | Rock Hill, 28 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Top score |
| 2 | The Law Office of Jason H. Reece | 66 | 5.0★ (252) | Charlotte, 28 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 3 | iTicket.law - Powered by Hatley Law Office | 65 | 4.9★ (1,945) | Charlotte, 29 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 4 | Randall Law PLLC | 65 | 4.9★ (228) | Charlotte, 29 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 5 | Martin Taylor, PLLC Law Firm | 65 | 5.0★ (417) | Gastonia, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | The Law Offices of Attorney Timothy J. Pavone, PLLC | 64 | 4.9★ (1,291) | Charlotte, 29 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Minick Law, P.C. | 64 | 4.9★ (249) | Gastonia, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | The Schweppe Law Firm, P.A. | 64 | 4.8★ (401) | Shelby, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Carolina Criminal Defense | 64 | 5.0★ (83) | Rock Hill, 28 mi away | Open 24 hrs (Google) | — |
| 10 | The Icard Law Firm | 63 | 5.0★ (851) | Charlotte, 28 mi away | — | — |
All 117 criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Charlotte, 28 mi away
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 252 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,945 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 228 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
65/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 417 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 1,291 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 249 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Shelby, 12 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 401 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Rock Hill, 28 mi away
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 28 mi away
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 851 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 28 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 136 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 785 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Fort Mill, 26 mi away
62/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 425 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 30 mi away
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 496 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 26 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 270 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#17 Cayll Law, PLLC
Based in Newton, 30 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 283 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.5★ from 49 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
#20 Curcio Law
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 28 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 28 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.3★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 195 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Based in Charlotte, 29 mi away
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 261 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Criminal justice attorney”.
Criminal defense lawyers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 117 ranked criminal defense lawyers here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Chapman, Dowling & Mallek | 59 | 5.0★ (7) | 29 mi |
| 27 | Martine Law, PLLC | 59 | 5.0★ (25) | 17 mi |
| 28 | The Law Office of Eddie L. Meeks, PLLC | 59 | 4.6★ (16) | 10 mi |
| 29 | Hirsch Law Group | 58 | 5.0★ (3) | 26 mi |
| 30 | Martine Law PLLC | 58 | 4.9★ (7) | 9 mi |
| 31 | The Law Offices of Robert J. Reeves P.C. | 58 | 5.0★ (69) | 28 mi |
| 32 | TMG Investigative Group LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (8) | 27 mi |
| 33 | Martine Law, PLLC | 58 | 4.8★ (83) | 28 mi |
| 34 | RTS LAW GROUP | 58 | 5.0★ (632) | 28 mi |
| 35 | Steven T. Meier, PLLC | 58 | 4.8★ (78) | 28 mi |
| 36 | The Law Office of David Demers | 57 | 5.0★ (47) | 29 mi |
| 37 | Gilles Law | 57 | 4.7★ (90) | 29 mi |
| 38 | Litrenta Law | 57 | 3.7★ (3) | 29 mi |
| 39 | MLB Law, LLC | 57 | 4.6★ (76) | 29 mi |
| 40 | The Gregory Law Firm LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (34) | 28 mi |
| 41 | Allen C. Brotherton | 57 | 5.0★ (33) | 29 mi |
| 42 | Arnold & Smith PLLC | 56 | 4.8★ (561) | 29 mi |
| 43 | King Law | 56 | 4.4★ (188) | 11 mi |
| 44 | Martine Law, PLLC | 56 | 4.8★ (22) | 27 mi |
| 45 | The Law Offices of Andrew L. Gordon, PLLC | 56 | 4.5★ (74) | 28 mi |
| 46 | The Olsinski Law Firm, PLLC | 56 | 4.9★ (258) | 29 mi |
| 47 | Merritt Law, LLC | 56 | 5.0★ (15) | 28 mi |
| 48 | Bruce Law Firm | 55 | 4.7★ (27) | 29 mi |
| 49 | Attorney Philip W Jamieson PC | 55 | 4.8★ (22) | 28 mi |
| 50 | King Law | 55 | 4.6★ (32) | 10 mi |
Also serving Kings Mountain
20 more criminal defense lawyers within 30 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson Law Firm | 4.1★ (9) | 21 mi |
| Attorney H. Edward Knox | 5.0★ (2) | 29 mi |
| Attorney Michael Knox | 4.0★ (1) | 29 mi |
| Beam Richard Law Office Of | 9 mi | |
| Cloninger & Neisler Attorney at Law | 4.4★ (50) | In Kings Mountain |
| Corry Law Firm | 4.4★ (98) | In Kings Mountain |
| Deaton & Biggers, PLLC | 4.2★ (27) | 11 mi |
| Flannery Georgalis, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| Gaston Legal Clinic | 9 mi | |
| Jamile Leite | In Kings Mountain | |
| Johnny Felder, Esq | 26 mi | |
| Joseph Wright, Esq | 26 mi | |
| King Law | 4.2★ (129) | 16 mi |
| Law Office of Mo Abusaft | 21 mi | |
| Moore Tim Attorney at Law | 4.2★ (20) | In Kings Mountain |
| RTS Law Group | 12 mi | |
| Teddy, Meekins & Talbert, PLLC | 4.5★ (2) | 12 mi |
| The Law Offices of Benjamin J Halfhill | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| True Defense Law Firm - Rock Hill | 5.0★ (1) | 28 mi |
| William Jones Andrews, Jr, Esq | 26 mi |
How we ranked Kings Mountain criminal defense lawyers
We scored 117 Kings Mountain criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Kings Mountain data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose a criminal defense lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many criminal defense matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the lawyer regularly appears in the court where your case is filed.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask a criminal defense lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- What does the flat fee cover, and what costs extra if the case goes to trial?
- Who will appear with me at each hearing?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain: frequently asked questions
Which criminal defense lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Kings Mountain?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked criminal defense lawyer in Kings Mountain, NC is Okoye Law LLC - Criminal Defense Attorneys & Divorce Lawyers with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 5.0★ from 451 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. The Law Office of Jason H. Reece (#2) and iTicket.law - Powered by Hatley Law Office (#3) follow. We ranked 117 criminal defense lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many criminal defense lawyers are there in Kings Mountain?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 117 criminal defense lawyers serving Kings Mountain, NC. Another 20 within 30 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain are open 24/7?
20 ranked criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Okoye Law LLC - Criminal Defense Attorneys & Divorce Lawyers (#1), The Law Office of Jason H. Reece (#2) and Randall Law PLLC (#4). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain work on weekends?
23 of 117 ranked criminal defense lawyers post Saturday hours and 22 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Okoye Law LLC - Criminal Defense Attorneys & Divorce Lawyers (#1), The Law Office of Jason H. Reece (#2) and iTicket.law - Powered by Hatley Law Office (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Kings Mountain criminal defense lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 117 rated criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain is 4.8★, with a median of 59 reviews. iTicket.law - Powered by Hatley Law Office has the most, 1,945 reviews, and ranks #3. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank criminal defense lawyers?
Each criminal defense lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do criminal defense lawyers outside Kings Mountain count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 30 mi of the Kings Mountain city center, our service radius for criminal defense lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can criminal defense lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain, NC charge?
Criminal defense lawyers usually charge a flat fee per stage (for example, through a plea or through trial) or an hourly rate. Contingency fees are not allowed in criminal cases under ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $219 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
What if I can’t afford a criminal defense lawyer?
If a charge can lead to jail, the court must appoint a lawyer for you if you cannot afford one (Gideon v. Wainwright, 1963; Argersinger v. Hamlin, 1972). Ask about a public defender at your first court appearance. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of criminal defense lawyers in Kings Mountain, NC ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Kings Mountain?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Kings Mountain
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 117 criminal defense lawyers serving Kings Mountain.
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