Lucien Malone Roughton, Jr., Criminal Defense Attorney in Durham, North Carolina

Lucien concentrates on criminal defense, dui/dwi, general, insurance, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lucien handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Criminal Defense

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• DUI/DWI

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• General

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• Insurance

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• Medical Malpractice

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• Personal Injury

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• Workers Comp

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• Wrongful Death

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Lucien's primary office is at 3333 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Ste. B101, Durham, NC, 27707. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lucien usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Lucien discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Lucien for a criminal defense case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lucien walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Lucien offer a free consultation?

  Lucien charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lucien's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Lucien's current terms during booking.

• How long do criminal defense cases in North Carolina typically take?

  Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lucien gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Lucien take my case if I'm outside Durham?

  Lucien is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lucien will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Lucien?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lucien will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Lucien accepting new criminal defense clients right now?

  Lucien's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.