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Russell W. DeMent III has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©

Russell W. DeMent III has been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2019 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America©publication for his work in Criminal Defense – General Practice.

 

“I am honored to be included in The Best Lawyers in America©for 2019 in the field of Criminal Defense: General Practice. Being chosen by other attorneys for three years in a row is a reflection of our commitment to helping our clients when they need it the most,” DeMent said.

 

These rankings recognize attorneys across the nation and are based on peer-reviews in which attorneys rank the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical and legal practice area.

 

DeMent, a partner at DeMent and Askew, has also been selected as Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, Martindale-HubbellTMPreeminent Attorney, and the National Trial Lawyers Top 100.

 

The DeMent Askew firm specializes in Criminal Defense, including DWI, Traffic and Drug cases, as well as Personal Injury.

 

Best Lawyers has evaluated legal professionals based on peer review surveys since 1983.  Information about the methodology used to select lawyers can be found here:

https://www.bestlawyers.com/Content/Downloads/bl-expanded-methodology.pdf

 

For more information regarding the standards for inclusion for Best Lawyers, visit www.bestlawyers.com.

For more information regarding the standards for inclusion for Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, visit www.businessnc.com

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Author Bio

Ryan Brown

J. RUSSELL W. DeMENT III
RALEIGH CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER

Russell W. “Rusty” DeMent III is a trial lawyer and managing partner at DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall. A former Wake County Assistant District Attorney, he brings decades of courtroom experience to defending serious criminal charges in both state and federal courts, including DWI, violent crimes, and drug offenses.

Regularly recognized in Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, Rusty is a Fellow of the National College for DUI Defense and the Litigation Counsel of America. His legal insight and calm command in high-stakes cases make him a trusted advocate across North Carolina.

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Reviews

My case was a particularly a hard one. Rusty and his team fought hard to receive the best judgment possible. They never told me anything I wanted to hear, actually quite the opposite. They let me know exactly what they could do for me and tried their hardest. I would recommend this law office to anyone who is looking for great counsel.

Curt H.

I HIGHLY recommend DeMent Askew to anyone seeking legal aid. Mr. DeMent helped me through a couple situations and from the first time I met with him until it was over he gave me his utmost attention and always made sure he listened. This is not a chain law firm that is just out to get your money, they really do care about the the

Kimball T.

Mr. Johnson and everyone at DeMent Askew went above and beyond in their handling of our case. They genuinely cared for the well-being of my husband and my family. I have used them for other legal matters as well, and would definitely recommend them to anyone with any type of personal injury case, no matter how serious.

Holly P.

I want to thank Mr. DeMent for helping me out with my DWI case. I was truly not very optimistic in my chances with my case, but on the day of my trial Mr. DeMent vigorously argued in my favor that the officer did not have probable cause for my arrest. I truly appreciate his efforts in saving me from a DWI conviction and

Eric J.

My case was a particularly a hard one. Rusty and his team fought hard to receive the best judgment possible. They never told me anything I wanted to hear, actually quite the opposite. They let me know exactly what they could do for me and tried their hardest. I would recommend this law office to anyone who is looking for great counsel.

Curt H.

I HIGHLY recommend DeMent Askew to anyone seeking legal aid. Mr. DeMent helped me through a couple situations and from the first time I met with him until it was over he gave me his utmost attention and always made sure he listened. This is not a chain law firm that is just out to get your money, they really do care about the the

Kimball T.

Mr. Johnson and everyone at DeMent Askew went above and beyond in their handling of our case. They genuinely cared for the well-being of my husband and my family. I have used them for other legal matters as well, and would definitely recommend them to anyone with any type of personal injury case, no matter how serious.

Holly P.

I want to thank Mr. DeMent for helping me out with my DWI case. I was truly not very optimistic in my chances with my case, but on the day of my trial Mr. DeMent vigorously argued in my favor that the officer did not have probable cause for my arrest. I truly appreciate his efforts in saving me from a DWI conviction and

Eric J.

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