Thomas Amburgey Law in Asheville, NC, US

Overview

Thomas Amburgey is an Asheville-based criminal defense lawyer. He is a board-certified specialist in state criminal law. As a former prosecutor for the Buncombe County District Attorney's Office, Thomas handled thousands of cases, ranging from speeding tickets to first-degree murder. That immeasurable experience gives him distinct advantages through negotiation and in the courtroom.

Many criminal defense attorneys only experience a handful of trials. Thomas Amburgey has tried hundreds of cases in front of a judge and over 70 in front of a jury. Regardless of the charge, Thomas Amburgey has the trial experience to defend you.

Thomas is an AV Preeminent Peer Rated Lawyer at Martindale Hubbell, America’s oldest and most respected peer-review entity. He is selected to North Carolina Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America, and Business North Carolina Legal Elite.

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Asheville

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Asheville

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Rankings

Regional

Asheville

Tier

Asheville

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Practice Areas

Thomas Amburgey Law has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 1 specialty, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.

Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:

Criminal Defense: General Practice

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^®

Thomas Amburgey Law proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America^®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.