Gastonia Criminal Defense Attorney

The Phillips Law Firm, PLLC is conveniently located at 102 East Main Avenue, on the corner of Main and Marietta Street in downtown Gastonia. We are in very close proximity to the Gaston County Courthouse.


Expert Legal Representation

David earned the prestigious designation of Board Certified Specialist in Criminal Law in 2001. In 2013, David was selected for membership into the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers. This designation is reserved for the premier trial attorneys from each state who have met stringent qualifications. Selection is limited to only 100 attorneys per state who have extensive experience in either civil or criminal litigation and exemplify superior qualifications, trial results, and leadership.


In 2015, David was selected by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys as one of the Top 10 in Western North Carolina.

The National Trial Lawyers Top 100

Aggressive Criminal Defense & DWI Representation

Our firm offers aggressive representation for criminal misdemeanors, felony defense, traffic offenses, including driving while impaired (DUI/DWI), and all drug-related charges. We offer free consultation on our services.

Criminal Law

Traffic & DUI

Drug Offenses

  • Drug Possession Cases
  • Trafficking Charges
  • Manufacturing Charges