Practice Areas

Criminal Defense

Chances are, you have never been charged with a crime before.  Whether you have been charged with a felony or “just” a misdemeanor, you now face a process that carries with it the possibility of real and permanent consequences.  Criminal defendants often do not know how serious their own situation is.  You should know that whatever the charge is, it is serious and needs to be addressed.  A conviction for even a “minor” charge can lead to jail time, fines, or both.  And your conviction will become part of a criminal record that can cost you employment and financial opportunities in future.  Now, as never before, you need to fight to protect your rights, and you need a skilled criminal defense attorney who will stand up for you.  Contact Charles G. Mcquair for advice.

DUI/DWI

If you have been cited for DUI/DWI, you should know that the law gives serious consequences upon conviction.  And these punishments are even more severe for repeat offenders.  A DUI sentence may require you to pay a substantial fine, serve some time in jail, or both.  In addition to any fines or jail time, your driver’s license may be suspended, even if it is your first offense.  You will have to find alternate transportation and go through considerable effort to regain your driving privileges.  To add insult to injury, many insurance companies will drop your motor vehicle coverage if you get a DUI.  The companies that will insure you will only do so at a greatly increased premium.  It is easy to see how important it is to protect your rights – and to do that, you need a lawyer who will work to stop these consequences from becoming reality.  Contact our firm today.

Personal Injury

If you or someone you love has been injured, you know how complicated life suddenly becomes.  At the law office of Charles G. Mcquair, our goal is to make at least one part of your recovery as easy as possible.  When you are injured through the carelessness or recklessness of another, the law says that the responsible party owes you financial compensation for your injuries, lost wages, medical expenses, and other hardships.  Your family may also have a right to compensation.  We can guide you through the legal process and maximize your compensation.  Remember – you are owed this money.  At this difficult time, you need to focus on your physical and mental recovery – let us take care of your legal recovery. 

Probate/Estate Planning and Administration

It may be hard to think about how your family would deal with your affairs and finances after you pass away, but it is essential to do so.  Estate planning allows you to impact the future by directing how you would like your property and assets distributed upon your death.  Without proper planning, your estate could go to the government or to people who you did not choose.  At our firm, we can assist you in making informed decisions about your estate.  For existing estates, you and your family may have to go through the probate system, which allows the courts to oversee the distribution of a loved one’s assets.  The probate process is easier on all involved if the correct planning has been done in advance.  Let us help you with that process.

Real Estate

Real estate is a major investment, and can cause major headaches.  If you are selling a house or buying a house or a business property, we can help.  Our firm can draft or review purchase agreements and closing documents to smooth your transaction.  We can confirm that there is good title to the property and verify that there are no disputes about ownership or boundaries.  Our attorneys can make sure that any transaction complies with local and state property and environmental rules so that there are no unwelcome surprises as the deal moves forward.  We also help clients with construction defects, commercial leases, and property disclosure and condition issues.  Contact us for experienced real estate assistance.