Wilmington Criminal Defense Lawyer & Law Firm

Thousands Of Cases Defended

Over 40 Years Of Experience

Fearless Trial Advocacy

Honest & Straightforward Legal Advice

First Class Comprehensive Representation

W. James Payne Champion For The Accused

Our Mission Statement

The W. James Payne Law Firm is unwavering in its commitment to protecting the life, liberty, and property of every one of our clients. We will do so tenaciously and professionally while also providing exceptional case management and communication. There is no possibility we will not explore, no defense we will not pursue. Our primary goal, our firm’s lifelong mission, is to aggressively defend to achieve the most successful outcome possible.

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Testimonials

Without any form of prejudice W. James Payne and his law firm proved to be some of the most outstanding individuals of integrity. Despite my situation, the entire Payne Law Firm treated me very kindly as if I was one of their own. In addition, they even defended me better than I could imagine me defending myself. All in all, when it…

- B.C.

Mr. W. James Payne and his law firm exemplify professionalism and legal expertise of the highest caliber. From the moment I engaged their services, it was clear that Mr. Payne personally approaches each case with unmatched dedication and precision. He took the time to thoroughly understand every detail of my situation, providing clear and thoughtful explanations of complex legal matters that gave…

- S.M.

I came to Mr. Payne's office a few short days after a tragedy happened in my life. and needed legal support, I was told that Mr. Payne was one of the best attorneys in the area, I hired Mr. Payne shortly after meeting him, Mr. Payne and his staff were so helpful in the legal process and continue to be a huge…