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People who are immersed in family law issues like divorce or child custody come to Tolin & Tolin, PLLC for the compassionate yet highly experienced family law advice we offer. People who have received a traffic ticket, or who have been charged with a DWI hope as we fight for their future and their rights. People define who we are. You define who we are. We want to help and serve the people in our community. How can we help you?
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What Clients Are Saying About Our Firm:

My family and I met with Mr. Tolin yesterday. He was very friendly, as he came in introduced himself, and spoke with us just like he has known us his whole life. He did not look at us as we were just another person or another payer. He took time listening to what we had to say and explained things to us so that we better understood the process. In most attorney offices, you feel uncomfortable and rushed, but he made you feel welcomed and tried to tell jokes. I will definitely be using Mr. Tolin again and recommend him to other people that may need a good attorney.

Heidi L.

I knew from my first conversation with Jay Tolin that I was in good hands. He and his staff did a great job and made a very difficult experience much easier for me. I am very grateful to the firm for all of their help.

William S.

The staff at Tolin & Tolin, PLLC are always polite, kind, and knowledgeable. Mr. Tolin is intelligent and can surprise you with his insight and creative ideas at times. We have used this company and recommended them to many people over the years and have found them to always be one step above the rest. Thank you for always assisting us with our needs.

Teresa C.

I have had the unfortunate pleasure to work with Tolin & Tolin, PLLC on several occasions. Each time they have been courteous, professional, and knowledgeable as to what to expect for the situation. They handle everything and do a great job of keeping me informed throughout the process. The eventual outcomes have been as stated and the most beneficial possible. Great folks who provide excellent results.

Bobby S.

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Tolin & Tolin, PLLC Philosophy

The philosophy at Tolin & Tolin, PLLC is that the legal issue or matter we are dealing with is likely the most important thing in your life right now. We always keep this uppermost in our minds when helping you through a difficult or complex legal issue by considering what is best for you and your future at every turn. We think about your issue as though it were our issue. We consider you a part of our legal team, helping you make the best decisions possible after we have clearly outlined your options, made our recommendations, and answered all your questions. Our role is that of an adviser until you have conveyed your position, then we will advocate fiercely for you at every turn. Jay Tolin’s father created the firm over 50 years ago, and this philosophy has traveled with us through the generations.

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James W. Tolin III

We Really Listen to You

At Tolin & Tolin, PLLC, we really listen to you. After listening, we will always be completely honest with you, telling you the truth even in times when that is not what you may want to hear. We are approachable, compassionate, and attentive, providing highly personalized attention to each and every client. We represent those seeking justice, and those in need.

Attorney Jay Tolin is a leader who values input and seeks to achieve the best results for each client while creating the very best client experience. We are currently focusing on developing exemplary processes and procedures with an integrated and intuitive case management system. At Tolin & Tolin, PLLC, we treat you the way we would want to be treated while holding dear the traditional values of hard work, honesty, and treating everyone equally.

How We Operate

At Tolin & Tolin, PLLC, we understand that in family law issues there are often no clear “winners.” This means our goal is to help you get your life back on track, allowing you to move forward. We understand that family issues can be traumatic and overwhelming, while an arrest for a NC DWI can be frightening and anxiety-inducing. Our experienced legal team understands that you need honesty and compassion, so we take all the time necessary to listen to you and to explain things clearly. We hope you will feel as though your call or visit is the most important call or visit of our day—because it truly is. When you are considering hiring an attorney, we want you to remember that bigger does not always mean better, older does not necessarily mean wiser or more experienced, and louder does not mean you are more easily heard or understood. We hope you will consider Tolin Law Group as your legal advocate, ready to help you through a difficult time.   

Family Law

Divorce can be an emotional, difficult time. Even when you recognize your marriage is not working anymore, it can be almost overwhelming to face all the issues that must be dealt with in a divorce. As if divorce is not already difficult enough, when you have minor children, you must also deal with issues related to child custody. The overarching theme of child custody decisions is the best interests of the child. If parents cannot come to a custody decision on their own, a family court judge will make those decisions for them based on a number of factors, but always considering the best interests of the child. At Tolin & Tolin, PLLC, we also deal with family law issues such as spousal support, adoption, asset division, domestic violence, mediation, separation agreements, paternity, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, visitation, and post-divorce modifications. All of these family law issues can potentially be contentious, or even worse, in the case of domestic violence issues. We will work hard to fully represent your best interests.

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Criminal Defense

When charged with a crime, you need an attorney who will stand with you and be on your side. The courtroom is full of people, but those people do not have your best interests in mind. Only your attorney is acting on your behalf and fighting for your rights. We can assist you by getting you through the process of going to court and having your case heard. We offer consultations to speak with you about your case and what we can do for you. We can assist with charges like theft, assault, drug offenses, alcohol crimes, expungements, and more.

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Traffic Offenses

Seeing flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror can leave you with a feeling of intense anxiety. Once the officer leaves and the adrenaline rush subsides, you now have to deal with the aftermath of a traffic ticket. You may have to pay a fine or go to court and you may have no idea how to go about that. We have developed professional relationships with the DAs and judges in traffic court. When you choose Tolin & Tolin, PLLC to assist you with your traffic ticket, you have our assurance that your case will be resolved in the best possible way, with the best possible outcome. In many cases, we can handle your case without you ever having to set foot in court. We will work hard on your behalf to help you avoid costly increases to your insurance rates for the next three years. Whenever possible, we will have your traffic offense reduced to a lesser offense, or, in some cases, even dismissed altogether. Because we handle so many traffic tickets, we have a highly efficient process to handle them. This process allows us to charge you less than many of our competitors.

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Other Practice Areas

Our team can also assist in real estate, bankruptcy, estate planning, and business law.

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Our Experienced Legal Team

James W. Tolin III

James W. Tolin III

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James W. Tolin, Jr.

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Let Us Stand for You

We truly care about each and every client that walks in our door. We have compassion for others along with uncompromising dedication and unparalleled advocacy. We stand up for those who are unable to stand up for themselves, seeking justice for each client.