Thomas Amburgey - Asheville, NC
Attorney at Amburgey Law
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Asheville, NC
22 S Pack Square #1200 Asheville, NC 28801
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- 1 Super Lawyers®
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19
Years
Experience
Asheville Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- Felonies & Misdemeanors
- Federal Crimes
- Homicide & Capital Offenses
- Violent Crime
- Weapons Offenses
- DUI & DWI
- Larceny & Theft
- Sex Crimes
- Probation Violation
- Student Discipline
- Drug Offenses
- White Collar Crime
Litigation: 100%
Attorney Information
Overview
Based in Asheville. Representing clients across Western North Carolina.
Thomas Amburgey is a Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law with extensive experience handling serious criminal cases in North Carolina. As a former prosecutor for the Buncombe County District Attorney’s Office, he managed thousands of cases—from minor infractions like speeding tickets to capital offenses, including first-degree murder. This background provides him with a distinct advantage in the courtroom, giving him insight into how prosecutors build their cases and how to counter them effectively.
While many criminal defense attorneys resolve most cases through plea deals or dismissals, few gain significant trial experience. Thomas has successfully completed hundreds of bench trials and dozens of jury trials, trying cases from both sides of the courtroom. No matter the charge, he has the knowledge, skill, and experience to provide a strong and strategic defense for his clients.
Recognized for his legal excellence and professional integrity, Thomas holds an AV Preeminent Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been named to North Carolina Super Lawyers, Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite, and Best Lawyers in America.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- AV Preeminent Peer Rated, Martindale Hubbell, since 2017
- North Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2018, 2019, 2020
- Best Lawyers in America, Criminal Defense, General Practice Section, since 2024
- Business North Carolina Legal Elite, since 2019
- Top 40 under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
- Clients Choice award, Criminal Defense Lawyers, AVVO, 2017
- North Carolina Super Lawyers, since 2021
Other Sources of Feedback About Thomas Amburgey
Included on the 2026 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2024 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2023 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2022 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2021 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2020 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2019 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2018 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Appalachian School of Law,
Grundy,
Virginia, 2007
Juris Doctor
Honors: Student Bar Association
Honors: Student Ambassador
Honors: Phi Delta Phi
Honors: Domestic Abuse Counselor
Honors: Honors Dean's List spring, 2005
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Appalachian School of Law,
Grundy,
Virginia, 2007
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Non Legal Education
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East Tennessee State University,
Johnson City,
Tennessee, 2004
Bachelor of Science
Honors: Sigma Phi Epsilon, National delegate
Honors: Sigma Phi Epsilon, President
Honors: Sigma Phi Epsilon, Treasurer
Honors: Sigma Phi Epsilon, Vice President
Major: Corporate Finance
Minor: Political Science
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East Tennessee State University,
Johnson City,
Tennessee, 2004
Current Employment Position(s)
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Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law, since September 1, 2015
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Criminal Defense Lawyer, since January 1, 2007
Past Positions
- Buncombe County, Assistant District Attorney
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina, 2007
Specialties and Certifications
- Board Certified Specialist in State Criminal Law, North Carolina State Bar, since 2015
Other Affiliations
- North Carolina State Bar, October 10, 2007 - Present (Member)
- Buncombe County Bar Association, October 10, 2007 - Present (Member)
- Buncombe County Bar Association, 2013 - 2016 (Executive Committee Member)
- 28th Judicial District Bar, October 10, 2007 - Present (Member)
- United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina, January 1, 2016 - Present (Admitted)
- Superior Court of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, January 1, 2017 - Present (Admitted)
- Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal, January 1, 2019 - Present (Admitted)
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Contact
22 S Pack Square
#1200
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: 828-731-3643
Email: Send a message
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https://amburgeylaw.com/
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