FAQs for Smithfield DUI Lawyers
How Are You Different From Other Smithfield DUI Lawyers?
Our attorneys are extremely knowledgeable and focus almost entirely on DWI cases. While most lawyers are required to take 12 hours of continuing legal education (CLE) per year, some of our attorneys take 20+ hours per year.
At our Smithfield office, our attorney Michael Franchi makes sure that you are extremely well prepared for court. He covers every possible angle, spending time prepping cases in mock trials and consulting the rest of the team, to ensure that you have the best chance for a successful outcome.
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Michael Franchi
Associate Attorney
I represent people who haven’t had their best day. Maybe you were speeding. Maybe you had too much to drink. Maybe you made some mistakes. Whatever the case may be, I’m here to help. I enjoy counseling people through the most stressful times in their life.
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Prior to joining Minick Law, I practiced business and estate planning, where I was part of a team that provided legal solutions for businesses and families. I have also completed internships at the Raleigh City Attorneys’ Office, North Carolina Court of Appeals, and Department of Transportation.
Education
J.D., Campbell University School of Law
B.A., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bar Admissions
North Carolina
Professional Associations
North Carolina Bar Association
Wake County Bar Association
Smithfield DWI News & Resources
- DUI DWI
- Courtroom Etiquette
DWI Costs in North Carolina
If you have been charged with a DWI, there are probably a million questions and worries that are running through your mind. However, probably the most important question you have is, “how much is this going to cost me?” While...
What to Wear to a DUI Court Hearing in Durham, NC
Are you wondering what to wear to your DUI court hearing in Durham, NC? Minick Law provides good guidelines for both men and women.

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Court Etiquette: The Essential Guide to Making a Great Impression at Your Court Appearance
Advice from lawyers on what to wear, how to behave, and how to talk to a judge.