John M. Kotzker

John M. Kotzker is a Raleigh criminal defense lawyer at Law Offices of J. M. Kotzker, P.C., with more than 30 years of legal experience. His current practice focuses on criminal defense, DWI and DUI cases, and traffic violations. He represents clients facing domestic violence allegations, drug offenses, theft charges, and other criminal matters. His traffic practice covers speeding, reckless driving, license violations, hit-and-run allegations, registration issues, and other moving or criminal traffic offenses throughout North Carolina.

John earned his B.S. in Psychology from the University of Maryland, College Park. He later received his J.D. from the University of Baltimore School of Law. His undergraduate training in psychology and subsequent legal education provided a foundation for legal analysis, client counseling, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy.

John has represented individuals and businesses in a wide range of civil and criminal matters during his career. His current work is concentrated on defending clients facing criminal accusations and traffic-related charges. He serves clients throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding North Carolina communities. His practice includes DWI defense, domestic violence cases, drug charges, traffic tickets, driving-related offenses, and matters involving potential consequences for a client’s license or criminal record.

John M. Kotzker is licensed to practice in North Carolina, Maryland, Florida, and the District of Columbia. His federal admissions include the Fourth Circuit and Eleventh Circuit Courts of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. He continues to represent clients facing criminal and traffic proceedings while emphasizing direct attorney access and individualized case preparation. His work combines decades of legal experience with a concentrated focus on criminal and DWI defense.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Law Offices of J. M. Kotzker, P.C.
• Member, North Carolina State Bar
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, Florida Bar
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Carolina
• Maryland
• Florida
• District of Columbia

Education

• University of Baltimore School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Maryland
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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