When your freedom is on the line, the name you call matters more than almost anything else. A criminal charge can turn life upside down overnight, and the people who stand beside you in that moment need to be ready, prepared, and trusted. That is why it means so much to share some good news from Floyd Law Offices PLLC.
Gold Again for Criminal Defense Law in Raleigh
The News and Observer has named Floyd Law Offices PLLC the Gold winner for Best Criminal Defense Law in its Raleigh's Best 2026 awards. This is the third year in a row we have taken home Gold, following wins in 2024 and 2025. We also earned Silver in 2023, which means we have been recognized for four years in a row.
Honors like this are never the result of a single case or a single year. They reflect steady work for clients in Wake County who were facing some of the most stressful moments of their lives. We are grateful to everyone who has trusted us with their cases and to the community that continues to recognize our work.
What Clients Can Expect from Our Criminal Defense Attorneys
Gold-winning defense work starts with knowing what is at stake. A misdemeanor or felony conviction can bring jail time, fines, restitution, and license suspension, and it can follow you through every background check for years to come. That is why we take a thorough approach from the very first call, and why we also help clients pursue expungement when it is an option.
Charges We Defend in Raleigh & Wake County
The recognition from The News and Observer reflects our work across a broad range of cases, including:
- Drug Crimes. Our Gold-winning team defends clients at both the state and federal level.
- Domestic Violence. We bring the same preparation and urgency to these cases that earned us this honor.
- Violent Crimes. Serious charges call for a serious defense, and Raleigh’s Best recognized the results we work to deliver.
- White-Collar Crimes. Our attention to detail helps clients facing complex financial allegations.
- Weapons Offenses. We defend these cases with the thorough investigation our clients have come to expect.
- Federal Crimes. Our Gold recognition extends to the high-stakes federal matters we take on for clients across the region.
Every one of these practice areas is part of what earned us our recent honors, and each client who calls gets the same commitment to their defense.
The Approach Behind the Award
Criminal matters are intricate, and even the smallest detail can change how a case unfolds.
Here is what we focus on when building a defense:
- Prompt action. Getting started right away, whether you have been arrested or are under investigation, can substantially affect the outcome.
- Thorough investigation. We take the time to closely examine the facts of your situation so nothing is overlooked.
- Careful legal research. We review relevant case law to understand how the law applies to your specific circumstances.
- Strong advocacy. We build an aggressive defense on your behalf, with your future and your family in mind.
Every one of these steps is aimed at protecting your rights and giving you the best possible chance at a favorable result.
Charged With a Crime in Wake County? Call Our Team
Beyond the cases above, we also stand beside clients accused of DWI, assault, juvenile crimes, sex offenses, theft, and many more crimes. Criminal defense is our sole focus, so whatever the charge, you will be working with a team that knows the Wake County courts well.
If you or someone you love has been charged with a crime, you do not have to face it alone. Call (919) 805-3663 or contact us online to speak with a criminal defense attorney in Raleigh about your case as soon as possible.