About McGee Law Firm
Wilmington, NC DUI / DWI + Criminal Lawyer
Serving New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender County, NC
Wilmington, NC Criminal Defense Lawyer
Jimmy McGee
McGee Will Fight For You!
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.
| Memberships + Association |
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| North Carolina State Bar |
| DUI Defense Lawyers of America |
| National College for DUI Defense |
| National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
| North Carolina Advocates for Justice |
| North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers |
| National Assoc. of Criminal Defense Lawyers |
| Awards & Recognition | |
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| Named the Best Lawyers® DUI / DWI Defense "Lawyer of the Year" in Wilmington, NC | 2021 |
| Named the Best Lawyers® DUI / DWI Defense "Lawyer of the Year" in Wilmington, NC | 2015 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2023 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2022 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2021 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2020 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2019 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2018 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2017 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2016 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2015 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2014 |
| Selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ DUI / DWI Defense | 2013 |
| North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine | Super Lawyer Honoree | 2023 |
| North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine | Super Lawyer Honoree | 2022 |
| North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine | Super Lawyer Honoree | 2021 |
| North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine | Super Lawyer Honoree | 2020 |
| North Carolina Super Lawyers Magazine | Super Lawyer Honoree | 2019 |
| Included on NC Super Lawyers Magazine Rising Stars List | 2013 |
| Included on NC Super Lawyers Magazine Rising Stars List | 2012 |
| Avvo | Client Choice Award | 2018 |
| Avvo | Client Choice Award | 2017 |
| Business North Carolina Magazine | Legal Elite | 2013 |
| Advanced Level DWI/DUI Programs |
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| NHTSA + IACP DWI Detection Standardized Field Sobriety Test Program |
| National College for DUI Defense at Harvard University |
| Masters of Scientific Evidence Certificate |
| Certified Operator of CMI, Inc. Intoxilyzer 5000 Series |
| Intox EC/IR II Seminar |
| Teaching + Speaking | |
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| Faculty | DUI Lawyers Association | 2017 |
| Faculty | National College of DUI Defense | 2016 |
| Featured Speaker | DWI Conference For Lawyers | 2007 |
| Published Works |
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| Working with Witnesses: Strengthening Your Defense While Refuting the State’s Case |
| Trends in DUI Discovery - DWI Discovery Trends in North Carolina |
| Inside The Minds - Witness Preparation and Examination for DUI Proceedings |
Where We Can Help You
Providing aggressive legal representation for the people of the Greater Wilmington, NC area since 2003.
Client Testimonials
"Professional from the first phone call. Honest and to the point. Did everything he said he would do. His paralegals were very helpful all the way." - Sean F.
"I cannot express how amazing it was to work with Mr. McGee. Not only did he resolve my case with a positive outcome, I felt like I've known him for years. " - David
"Jimmy is detailed, knowledgeable, well respected by his peers, and quite professional. He prepared a terrific defense for me and worked some kind of magic. " - Gary
"McGee saved my life it felt like! It was a very weird situation with my charges. Mr. McGee helped me break it down and was extremely understanding" - Lucy
"I would highly recommend Mr. McGee to anyone seeking legal representation that is fair, honest and will keep your best interest and unique needs at the forefront." - Ann
"Mr. McGee and his staff are attentive, helpful and professional. He worked hard for me and went above and beyond my expectations." - Rob
