When you choose to partner with our skilled Raleigh attorneys as your criminal defense team, you are choosing an award-winning firm. Recognized by our peers and former clients as knowledgeable legal advisors, our past successes have proven that we are equipped with the experience to effectively defend your case.
Our Awards
We’re honored to be recognized by top legal publications and review sites. If you’ve been arrested, trust the Raleigh criminal defense lawyers at Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh. Call (919) 845-6688 for a free consultation.
Top 10 Criminal Defense Law Firm by Best of the Best Attorneys
Awarded Top 10 Criminal Defense Law Firms by Best of the Best Attorneys, a national rating organization that honors exceptional legal professionals in their field of criminal defense work. This distinction reflects the firm’s long-standing commitment to delivering experienced, results-driven representation for clients facing criminal charges in North Carolina
10 Best Law Firm by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Awarded 10 Best Law Firm by the American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AICLA). The AICLA recognizes top legal professionals based on client satisfaction and individual excellence in criminal defense. This distinction honors firms that demonstrate exceptional legal expertise, client service, and a strong commitment to justice.
BBB
The Better Business Bureau has awarded Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh as an Accredited Business. We also hold a BBB Rating of an A+. The Better Business Bureau serves as an intermediary between consumers and businesses, while collecting and providing free business reviews.
BV Rated
Awarded to those who achieve a high-degree of ethical standards, legal ability and expertise, Andrew Sandman and Bill Finn have been recognized as BV Distinguished®, a rating generated by evaluations completed by members of the bar and the United States Judiciary.
Avvo Criminal
Evaluating attorneys throughout the nation, Avvo credits Bill Finn with a 10.0 Superb rating for Criminal Defense in Raleigh, NC. Avvo.com is an online legal resource that assesses a lawyer’s background and provides a rating based on professional or career qualifications. Weighted factors include client reviews, experience, professional achievements, and disciplinary sanctions.
Super Lawyers
Featured as a Rising Stars? by Super Lawyers® Magazine, Trey Fitzhugh is awarded for his high-degree of personal achievement and recognition amongst his peers. Super Lawyers® rating service is based on nominations, evaluations, and independent research in 70+ areas.
Triangle Business Journal
The lawyers at Sandman, Finn & Fitzhugh have been recognized by the Triangle Business Journal for their excellence in criminal law in Wake County, NC. TBJ is the leading multimedia source for local news, research and events throughout the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill area.
Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite
Honoring North Carolina’s most prestigious attorneys, Bill Finn is recognized as one of the state’s top legal practitioners by his peers. The Legal Elite award is determined by a statewide ballot that is evaluated by practicing bar members who currently live in North Carolina.