About Us
When facing a serious criminal charge, you must have experienced lawyers who know the best strategies for handling your case. Manning Law Firm is a criminal defense law firm lead by the father and son partnership of Thomas C. Manning and T. Taylor Manning. As sixth and seventh generation attorneys, passion for the law and dedicated client advocacy is in our bloodlines.
We have more than 40 years of experience handling cases just like yours, and we stand ready to defend you inside and outside the courtroom to pursue the best possible outcome for your case. We are capable of handling any type of criminal matter from traffic infractions to capital murder.
Skilled Planning, Sharp Defense
We have experience defending the accused in cases of drug possession, possession with intent to distribute (PWISD), sex offenses, federal drug and firearms (Firearm by Felon), homicide and many other felony charges. With more than four decades of trial experience, we know the criminal justice system inside and out, and know the key players needed to handle your situation competently and thoroughly.
- We begin our investigation of your case immediately, conducting in-depth inquiries to gather vital information as quickly as possible. This allows us to accurately plan our strategy to achieve the best possible outcome.
- We share your sense of urgency, and with a wealth of legal knowledge and experience, we know how to effectively navigate the legal system.
- We aggressively defend you, and work tirelessly to obtain the most favorable outcome possible for your case.
- We’re here to protect your rights, your freedom and your future.
If you are being charged with or are being investigated for a state or federal crime, don’t put your livelihood or your freedom at risk. Contact Manning Law Firm today for a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case!
Meet Our Attorneys
Thomas C. Manning is a Board-Certified Specialist in State and Federal Criminal Law. For more than 40 years, he has tried cases in State and Federal Courts. As a former Federal law clerk and prosecutor, he has a depth of experience and breadth of knowledge in criminal law cases of all types, and jury trial experience second to none in North Carolina. He carries the highest peer-review rating of competence and ethics, and is listed in many peer-rated publications as a top lawyer.
T. Taylor Manning joined the firm in early 2011 following several years’ practice with a well-respected law firm in eastern North Carolina. There, he gained valuable experience in family law litigation, minor criminal trials, and a wide variety of other litigated matters. Since practicing in the Triangle area, he has accumulated expertise and experience in a large number of criminal law matters, including District Court DWI and traffic matters, misdemeanor and felony drug cases, and Superior Court jury trial experience.