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Douglas Pearson

Hendersonville, NC

Licensed for 22 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

I established The Pearson Law Firm, PLLC in 2015 after over 15 years of experience as a trial attorney. I have extensive experience in criminal law, prosecuting at all levels from misdemeanors to murder. I've also prosecuted numerous jury trials involving DWI, drug trafficking, white-collar crimes, insurance fraud, arson, and murder. I understand the ramifications of speeding and DWI/DUI offenses on your driving record, license and insurance expenses. I are here to help you understand your options and work to negotiate the best outcome for you. I have always called the mountains of Western North Carolina home, growing up in Morganton, North Carolina before attending The McCallie School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. I majored in English at Appalachian State University and went on to earn my law degree at the Oklahoma City University School of Law. My law practice began in Eastern North Carolina. I was an Assistant District Attorney in the 4th Prosecutorial District from 1999 until 2004 at which time I transferred to the 29th Prosecutorial District, continuing as an Assistant District Attorney until 2005. I then entered private practice with an estate planning firm in Asheville. In 2007, the elected District Attorney asked me to return to the D.A.’s office and focus on superior court jury trials in Transylvania, Henderson, and Polk Counties. I was appointed by Governor Pat McCrory as Acting District Attorney on May 15, 2013. I have also had the honor of being appointed special prosecutor in counties outside my home district. I attended, and later assisted in the curriculum development for, the Arson Training for Prosecutors course presented by The Bureau for Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF). I was also an expert speaker at the North Carolina Crime Information Exchange Conference. I have served as a member of the Arson Task Force in both the 4th and 29th districts, and on the Henderson County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council, and Child Fatality Prevention Task Force. During my off time I enjoy cycling, mountaing biking, running, boating, camping and relaxing outside.  

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

DUI and DWI

Speeding and traffic ticket

Language

English

Contact

The Pearson Law Firm, PLLC104 1st Ave EHendersonville, NC, 28792104 1st Ave EHendersonville, NC, 28792

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Isaac
March 30, 2021

I thought I would never drive again I had give up all hope mr Pearson told me not to worry but I couldn’t help it my kids needed me to be able to drive because of school and my little girl has a medical condition which required me to take her to her appointments he called me and was seem to be only a couple of weeks and gave me the good news and I was in the clear I got my life back thanks to this man I would highly recommend him he’s a real fighter a professional

anonymous
August 27, 2020

Doug has been such a huge help to me over the past 3+ years. He is such a genuine guy, who is really there to help you out and make a difference in your life. I will always come to him when I need some advice, and help on a ticket. Truly one of a kind and I highly recommend him... he will get the job done and done well.

Shelby
March 9, 2019

Don't really want to go into the detail of my arrests. But Mr Pearson was understanding and able to have both of my classes dismissed.

John
March 8, 2019

I contacted my Pearson to represent me in the 2 cases listed. Mr. Pearson handled my case very professionally. 1 charge was dropped the other was amended to a none moving violation. If anyone out there needs to be represented. I strongly urge you to use Mr. Pearson. Thank you for all that you have accomplished for me. If I should need represented I will with confidence use you again.

david
December 7, 2018

Mr Pearson handled my case fast, and professionally! I recommend this firm to anybody!

anonymous
November 5, 2018

Wonderful service! Pearson took on my unusual case when other lawyers would not and resolved my issue with professionalism, skill, and speed! Highly recommend!

Kandi
October 31, 2018

Doug Pearson did a superb job of handling my speeding ticket and getting me the best possible outcome. He and Sarah were great with communication but handled everything and required very little of my time to get it done. I highly recommend them and would use them again without question.

Andrew
May 23, 2018

Doug Pearson will never make you feel like just another case number. Even over a routine traffic ticket, he took the time and care to make sure I got the best possible result, and communicated with me throughout the process so I never felt left behind.

Pam
May 3, 2018

My daughter got a speeding ticket on the way back to college from Christmas vacation. I googled attorneys in the area and found Doug Pearson (with 5 star reviews). He should have 100 stars, and his office manager Sarah was fabulous. I actually had forgotten about the ticket when he called and told me it had been reduced and no insurance points! It was a no stress situation for me. I turned it over to them and they took care of everything.

Sean
March 22, 2018

I received a speeding ticket and there was a risk I would have my licensed revoked. I had the good fortune of finding Mr. Pearson and he was superb. He returned my initial email inquiry almost immediately and made himself available for a telephone consultation. He was professional, meticulous, approachable and equitably priced. He appeared on my behalf and was able to get the ticket significantly reduced. He took care of it all. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. He is very responsible.

Isaac
March 30, 2021

I thought I would never drive again I had give up all hope mr Pearson told me not to worry but I couldn’t help it my kids needed me to be able to drive because of school and my little girl has a medical condition which required me to take her to her appointments he called me and was seem to be only a couple of weeks and gave me the good news and I was in the clear I got my life back thanks to this man I would highly recommend him he’s a real fighter a professional

anonymous
August 27, 2020

Doug has been such a huge help to me over the past 3+ years. He is such a genuine guy, who is really there to help you out and make a difference in your life. I will always come to him when I need some advice, and help on a ticket. Truly one of a kind and I highly recommend him... he will get the job done and done well.

Shelby
March 9, 2019

Don't really want to go into the detail of my arrests. But Mr Pearson was understanding and able to have both of my classes dismissed.

John
March 8, 2019

I contacted my Pearson to represent me in the 2 cases listed. Mr. Pearson handled my case very professionally. 1 charge was dropped the other was amended to a none moving violation. If anyone out there needs to be represented. I strongly urge you to use Mr. Pearson. Thank you for all that you have accomplished for me. If I should need represented I will with confidence use you again.

david
December 7, 2018

Mr Pearson handled my case fast, and professionally! I recommend this firm to anybody!

anonymous
November 5, 2018

Wonderful service! Pearson took on my unusual case when other lawyers would not and resolved my issue with professionalism, skill, and speed! Highly recommend!

Kandi
October 31, 2018

Doug Pearson did a superb job of handling my speeding ticket and getting me the best possible outcome. He and Sarah were great with communication but handled everything and required very little of my time to get it done. I highly recommend them and would use them again without question.

Andrew
May 23, 2018

Doug Pearson will never make you feel like just another case number. Even over a routine traffic ticket, he took the time and care to make sure I got the best possible result, and communicated with me throughout the process so I never felt left behind.

Pam
May 3, 2018

My daughter got a speeding ticket on the way back to college from Christmas vacation. I googled attorneys in the area and found Doug Pearson (with 5 star reviews). He should have 100 stars, and his office manager Sarah was fabulous. I actually had forgotten about the ticket when he called and told me it had been reduced and no insurance points! It was a no stress situation for me. I turned it over to them and they took care of everything.

Sean
March 22, 2018

I received a speeding ticket and there was a risk I would have my licensed revoked. I had the good fortune of finding Mr. Pearson and he was superb. He returned my initial email inquiry almost immediately and made himself available for a telephone consultation. He was professional, meticulous, approachable and equitably priced. He appeared on my behalf and was able to get the ticket significantly reduced. He took care of it all. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. He is very responsible.

Isaac
March 30, 2021

I thought I would never drive again I had give up all hope mr Pearson told me not to worry but I couldn’t help it my kids needed me to be able to drive because of school and my little girl has a medical condition which required me to take her to her appointments he called me and was seem to be only a couple of weeks and gave me the good news and I was in the clear I got my life back thanks to this man I would highly recommend him he’s a real fighter a professional

anonymous
August 27, 2020

Doug has been such a huge help to me over the past 3+ years. He is such a genuine guy, who is really there to help you out and make a difference in your life. I will always come to him when I need some advice, and help on a ticket. Truly one of a kind and I highly recommend him... he will get the job done and done well.

Shelby
March 9, 2019

Don't really want to go into the detail of my arrests. But Mr Pearson was understanding and able to have both of my classes dismissed.

John
March 8, 2019

I contacted my Pearson to represent me in the 2 cases listed. Mr. Pearson handled my case very professionally. 1 charge was dropped the other was amended to a none moving violation. If anyone out there needs to be represented. I strongly urge you to use Mr. Pearson. Thank you for all that you have accomplished for me. If I should need represented I will with confidence use you again.

david
December 7, 2018

Mr Pearson handled my case fast, and professionally! I recommend this firm to anybody!

anonymous
November 5, 2018

Wonderful service! Pearson took on my unusual case when other lawyers would not and resolved my issue with professionalism, skill, and speed! Highly recommend!

Kandi
October 31, 2018

Doug Pearson did a superb job of handling my speeding ticket and getting me the best possible outcome. He and Sarah were great with communication but handled everything and required very little of my time to get it done. I highly recommend them and would use them again without question.

Andrew
May 23, 2018

Doug Pearson will never make you feel like just another case number. Even over a routine traffic ticket, he took the time and care to make sure I got the best possible result, and communicated with me throughout the process so I never felt left behind.

Pam
May 3, 2018

My daughter got a speeding ticket on the way back to college from Christmas vacation. I googled attorneys in the area and found Doug Pearson (with 5 star reviews). He should have 100 stars, and his office manager Sarah was fabulous. I actually had forgotten about the ticket when he called and told me it had been reduced and no insurance points! It was a no stress situation for me. I turned it over to them and they took care of everything.

Sean
March 22, 2018

I received a speeding ticket and there was a risk I would have my licensed revoked. I had the good fortune of finding Mr. Pearson and he was superb. He returned my initial email inquiry almost immediately and made himself available for a telephone consultation. He was professional, meticulous, approachable and equitably priced. He appeared on my behalf and was able to get the ticket significantly reduced. He took care of it all. I would definitely recommend him to anyone. He is very responsible.