Mr. Joseph Alexander Marshall

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Mr. Joseph Alexander Marshall: Attorney with DeMent Askew Johnson & Marshall LLP
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
  • Gold Client Champion
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Biography

Joseph Alexander “Alex” Marshall is a 2015 graduate of the University of North Carolina School of Law at Chapel Hill and earned his undergraduate cum laude from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Alex is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer at Martindale Hubbell, he is recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers' Rising Stars and Best Lawyers in America's Ones to Watch. He is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, the Wake County Bar Association, the 10th Judicial District Bar, and the National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40. He joined the criminal defense section of DeMent Askew & Johnson in 2021.

For nearly six years Alex served Wake County as an Assistant Public Defender. Over that time he gained an unparalleled level of experience handling thousands of cases ranging from DUI and traffic matters to murder. He approaches his trial practice with focused consistency and is a dedicated and fearless advocate for his clients.

Alex says, “People accused of crimes often need someone to walk through a journey with them that may feel shameful or frightening who can provide a different perspective on that self-view. They need to know someone is in their corner that they believe will fight for them when they need it most .”

The son of ministers, Alex, too, is a licensed minister drawn to service through gratitude. He lives in Durham with his wife and kids, and their tightly knit family group all close by. He is a physical fitness enthusiast and athlete, soccer and basketball youth coach, and a DIY builder hobbyist.

Community Engagement:

Youth Sports Coach, Soccer

Youth Sports Coach, Basketball

Presentations & Publications:

UNC Law Panels

Criminal Defense Issues

Public Defender Panel

Certifications & Fellowships:

Licensed Minister

Professional Dedication:

UNC School of Law, Law Retreat Coordinator

UNC Law Tournament Trial Team Leade
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Areas of Practice (16)

  • Criminal Law
  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI
  • Traffic Violations
  • Public Defender Panel
  • Drug Crimes
  • Sex Crimes
  • White Collar Crime
  • Theft
  • Weapons Charges
  • Expungements
  • DUI/DWI
  • Felonies
  • Homicide
  • Misdemeanors
  • Juvenile Law

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, B.A., Pi Sigma Alpha, 2011
Law School Attended:
University of North Carolina School of Law, J.D., Dean’s List; North Carolina Bar Association Scholarship; Merrill & Holt Scholarship, 2015
Year of First Admission:
2015
Admission:
2015, North Carolina
Memberships:
North Carolina State Bar, 2015, Wake County Bar Association, Member since 2015, 10th Judicial District Bar, Member since 2015.
ISLN:
1000735172

Peer Reviews

4.9/5.0 (30 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.9/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/24/21 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/23/21 in Felonies

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 08/23/21 in Driving While Intoxicated

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 08/23/21 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/16/21 in Criminal Law

    Former colleague in the Public Defender's Office. Not only extremely compassionate young attorneys, but also wonderful with clients. A strong advocate in the courtroom and a sharp legal mind.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/11/21 in Driving While Intoxicated

    Absolutely exceptional trial attorney

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 08/11/21 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/10/21 in Driving While Intoxicated

    Mr Marshall has a strong command of the law, the attention of his peers, and compassion for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/10/21 in Criminal Law

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 08/10/21 in Criminal Law

    As a colleague, I enjoy working with Marshall. Not only does he work hard but he works smart and is always on top of his cases. He is passionate about the work that he does.

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5.0/5.0 (6 reviews)
Gold Client Champion

Mr. Marshall was very responsive, communicative, and professional. Although, we did not win my case, were able to negotiate a favorable decision. I would most definitely recommend him as a n Attorney...

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Location

Video Call Options

  • Zoom

  • Google Hangouts

Contact Mr. Joseph Alexander Marshall

Contact Information:

984-326-5880  Phone

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