After 26 years and more than 100 jury trials, I understand what it takes to mount a real defense when everything is on the line.If you or someone you love is facing serious felony charges in Mecklenburg, Gaston, Cabarrus, Union, Cleveland, Iredell, Rowan or surrounding counties — I'd like to help.
Corbett Law Firm
Serious Felony Defense — Charlotte and Surrounding Counties
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When you're facing a serious felony charge, the lawyer you hire matters more than anything else.After 26 years and more than 100 jury trials handling violent felonies and serious charges across Mecklenburg, Gaston, Cabarrus, Union, Cleveland, Iredell, Rowan and surrounding counties — I know what a real defense requires.
Prosecutors know which lawyers will actually try a case. That knowledge shapes every offer made, every negotiation, every conversation. Experience in serious felony trial work isn't just a credential — it changes outcomes.
I focus exclusively on serious felony cases — clients who deserve someone genuinely committed to fighting for them regardless of the odds or the circumstances.
If you or someone you love is facing serious charges and wants to understand what a real defense looks like — call me. I'd welcome the conversation.
Corbett Law Firm
Serving Mecklenburg, Gaston, Cabarrus, Union, Cleveland, Iredell, Rowan and surrounding counties.
Client was charged with First Degree Murder which carries a mandatory sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole, and Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon. Went to trial. At trial, State proceeded on a theory of Felony Murder.
Client charged with Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Conspiracy. Offered a sentence of incarceration as a plea deal. Went to trial. Two codefendants testified against him.
Client was charged with First Degree Murder which carries a mandatory sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole, and Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon. Went to trial. At trial, State proceeded on a theory of Felony Murder.
Client charged with 1st degree murder. Offered 18 years. Went to trial. Not Guilty
Client charged with Discharging a Weapon Into Occupied Property. Maximum punishment 88 months. After thorough investigation and showing self defense claim, charge was dismissed.
Client charged with Embezzlement. Maximum punishment 231 months. Wanted to plead guilty to a lesser charge, but was denied. Went to trial and was only convicted of the lesser charge and received a 30 day sentence.
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