About William Robinson
William Robinson Heroy is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina — He joined Goodman, Carr, Laughrun, Greene & Heroy, PLLC as a partner in January 2012. Before this partnership, Mr. Heroy served as an assistant district attorney in the Mecklenburg County District Attorney's Office. This role provided him with significant trial experience — This lets the attorney hone his skills in the courtroom. His background in prosecution has proven invaluable in his current practice, where he represents clients in both state and federal courts across North Carolina. Mr. Heroy specializes in handling complex criminal cases, which include white-collar crimes, large-scale drug trafficking conspiracies, weapons violations, serious assaults, and homicides.
His aggressive trial approach is well-documented, and he is dedicated to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients. This commitment has earned him a reputation as a advocate in the legal community. He is known for meticulously preparing each case, ensuring that every detail is addressed before entering the courtroom. In 2006, Mr. Heroy earned his Juris Doctor with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law. His academic foundation was laid earlier when he completed his undergraduate studies at the same university, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Economics in 2003. This educational background gave him a strong analytical framework, which is crucial in handling the requirements of criminal law.
Mr. Heroy is admitted to practice law in North Carolina, as well as before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. His professional affiliations include membership in the North Carolina State Bar, the Mecklenburg County Bar Association, the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, and the American Immigration Lawyers Association. These memberships reflect his commitment to staying informed about legal developments and advocating for justice within the community. His cases have attracted significant media attention, with features in notable outlets such as the L.A.
Times, MSNBC, CNN, the Charlotte Observer, and Geraldo at Large. Additionally, he has provided expert commentary for the BBC and the New York Times regarding high-profile cases. Mr. Heroy's office is located at 301 S. McDowell St., Suite 602, Charlotte, NC 28204. He can be contacted by phone at (704) 372-2770 or via email at RHeroy@GoodmanCarr.net. His dedication to his clients and the legal profession continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of criminal defense.
