Mary McCullers Reece

Mary McCullers Reece is a criminal defense and appellate lawyer serving clients in Johnston County and across North Carolina. Her practice at Reece & Reece, Attorneys includes criminal defense law appeals, DWI, traffic offenses, drug charges, and other misdemeanor and felony matters. She represents clients at the trial and appellate levels while drawing on experience from both sides of criminal proceedings. Her background as a former prosecutor provides insight into how the State prepares cases, evaluates evidence, and presents criminal charges.

Mary graduated cum laude from Duke University with a degree in English and psychology. She later earned her J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law, where she served as a Note and Comment Editor of the North Carolina Journal of International Law and Commercial Regulation. Her academic background strengthened her legal research, writing, analysis, and advocacy skills, providing a strong foundation for her criminal defense and appellate practice.

Mary began her career as an assistant district attorney, gaining experience prosecuting criminal cases before moving into private practice. Her work now includes representing defendants in criminal matters and handling appeals before North Carolina appellate courts. She reviews trial proceedings and legal rulings to identify issues that can be raised on appeal. Her experience with criminal cases at different stages provides a practical understanding of how decisions made in trial courts can affect later appellate proceedings.

Mary McCullers Reece brings trial-level criminal experience and appellate advocacy to clients facing significant legal concerns. Her practice requires detailed legal research, careful review of court records, persuasive writing, and oral advocacy. Her background as a former prosecutor strengthens her understanding of criminal procedure and the arguments used by the State. She helps clients navigate criminal cases and appeals while protecting their rights and pursuing available remedies under North Carolina law.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Reece & Reece, Attorneys
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, Johnston County Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• University of North Carolina School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Duke University
  Graduated

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