About
Who We Are
Cummings & Kennedy Law Firm, PLLC is a team of criminal defense attorneys protecting your rights and future in Carteret County. We are led by a former prosecuting attorney with strong legal relationships in the community and supported by 3 NC board-certified paralegals. We also consult a special investigative agent of the state who can provide critical legal and medical insight into your case.
We recognize that a criminal conviction is one of the last legal ways that a prospective employer, educational institution, financial institution, or landlord can discriminate against you. A criminal conviction can be life-altering with permanent, far-reaching consequences. As a result, it is important that you take the step to safeguarding your future and the future of your loved ones by hiring one of our experienced Carteret County attorneys to help you through your legal issue today.
We have successfully represented clients throughout Carteret County and beyond.
Our Story
Our firm was first founded in 1995, and it has been generationally carried on since then. We have been fighting for Carteret County residents for decades, and we will continue to. From complex cases like manslaughter to emotionally-charged cases of domestic violence, our track record proves that we can handle all types of criminal charges. We have handled more than 1,500 criminal cases throughout our practice, and even today we stay rooted in our founding years ago to fight for the people.
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In-House Medical Advisor & Investigator
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Strong Relationships with Local Judges & Prosecutors
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Thousands of Cases Successfully Handled
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Continuous Generations of Attorneys Since 1995
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“I was represented by Mr. Kennedy and from the beginning he guaranteed me that my legal matter would be taken care of in our favor, which it was.”
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“Joe and his team are excellent and affordable! Dismissal of all charges was the only option ever discussed and Joe delivered. We couldn't be happier with our outcome. If you're having legal problems these are the people to call.
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“He was super nice, professional, and knowledgeable. After all his hard work I’m sitting here right now with no dwi convection. Thank you so much!”
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“I highly recommend Cummings & Kennedy Law!”
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“Really a life saver. 11/10 would recommend these people, and Mrs. Coletta stayed very responsive and true to her word and knowledge on anything I could think of to ask.”
