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Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law

Personal injury attorney · Carthage, NC · reviewed since 2018

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%93+22.5Value 14%93+13.2Replies to reviews 7%87+6.2Experts Score= 94Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#12 of 49 domestic violence lawyersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 77%
4.9 ★★★★★ 828 Google reviews · 6 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.93★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law at a glance

Reviewers frequently describe the firm as efficient and responsive, noting that staff members provide timely updates and simplify processes for traffic ticket reductions and criminal defense. Clients often highlight that the firm is cost-effective compared to other legal options and that the office staff is friendly and knowledgeable. However, some low-star reviews criticize specific attorneys for poor communication, making errors in court, or lacking availability, while others state the firm is exclusively focused on criminal defense and traffic matters.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 828 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 828 Google reviews (667 with written comments, 1 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 5, 2026.
  • Service: Domestic Violence Lawyer serving Carthage, North Carolina.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other domestic violence lawyers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction96Reliability93Craft & service100Value93Momentum100Replies to reviews87Satisfaction: 96 (median 90)Reliability: 93 (median 82)Craft & service: 100 (median 100)Value: 93 (median 100)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 87 (median 56)
This companyDomestic Violence Lawyers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 82.A
93
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
93
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Rowland & Yauger, Attorneys & Counselors at Law: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 56.A
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Star ratings

828 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars80998%
  • 4 stars91%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars10%
  • 1 star71%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 667 written reviews

  • Praise98399%
  • Complaints91%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude26827%
  • Would recommend23123%
  • Quality & results14515%
  • Communication13013%
  • Speed & response10711%
  • Price & value707%
  • Honesty & trust414%

What customers talk about

We read 667 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Easy to work with, friendly and knowledgeable staff.”
  • “Would highly recommend using Rowland & Yauger, I have been using them personally now for about 4 years.”
    “This is an honest and fair review after using their law firm I certainly could never recommend them.”
  • “She thoroughly explained the law firm's process for my situation and our respective obligation(s).”
  • “Tammy Bellamy was absolutely amazing with explaining everything I needed to understand, she always contacted me back with any questions I had and went…”
  • “I contacted the office of Rowland & Yauger and immediately connected with Nataly.”
    “…em with out me being in court an there was alot of things going on an delays thru dmv an they got me thru it an came out very happy thank you guys I r…”
  • “Fair pricing and clear communication from Nathaly throughout.”
  • “…d Rowland & Yauger, attorneys & Counsel and again Tammy thank you, I honestly didn't know how to proceed with the process but you made it a very easy…”

People customers mention

  • Tammy 21 reviews
  • County 18 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

Eric2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

I received a speeding ticket in Carthage, NC and needed an attorney. I had not had a ticket in more than 20 years, and did not want my insurance to increase. I contacted the office of Rowland & Yauger and immediately connected with Nataly. She made the process very simple, and the attorney negotiated the ticket…

DanielLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★

This is just a criminal defense law firm and it's not good for anything else. Even though Google may suggest this attorney, people who are fighting traffic tickets and criminal charges are wasting their time by calling them. Google it's not a good reference.

Jason7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Extremely pleasant and didn’t break the bank, make it so simple and answered all the questions I had. Great people.

Danielle4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Definitely a 5 Star attorney!! Office staff is extremely pleasant and helpful. Very insightful and helped make a difficult situation better!!

Nathen2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Would highly recommend using Rowland & Yauger, I have been using them personally now for about 4 years. It’s always quick easy interactions when you call, definitely worth giving them a call.

ColinLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

These guys are great. I'm from texas and we drive faster there. After getting two tickets a year apart they were able to get them reduced and dismissed with fees paid. This is something you can't do in texas! And the second one was after a new ada in moore county was installed. They do great work!

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 828 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Gary6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gary has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

You folks made taking care of our citation less stressful. Thank you!

Eric Wolford2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eric has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I received a speeding ticket in Carthage, NC and needed an attorney. I had not had a ticket in more than 20 years, and did not want my insurance to increase. I contacted the office of Rowland & Yauger and immediately connected with Nataly. She made the process very simple, and the attorney negotiated the ticket and fine down, without me having to appear court. It was all very easy, and I avoided an increase in my car insurance.

Daniel ChiotisLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Daniel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This is just a criminal defense law firm and it's not good for anything else. Even though Google may suggest this attorney, people who are fighting traffic tickets and criminal charges are wasting their time by calling them. Google it's not a good reference.

Carol Holton8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carol has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Responsive to my legal needs. Kept me informed in a timely manner.

Sondie Williamson1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Sondie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Easy to work with, friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Jason C. Gibson7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jason has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Extremely pleasant and didn’t break the bank, make it so simple and answered all the questions I had. Great people.

Elaine HarrisonLocal Guide · 56 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Elaine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I recently used this firm to represent me on a dui charge. Mr. Rowland represented me and not well. I am sure he’s a good lawyer, but his caseload is way too much. He simply had too many cases to handle while handling mine. Mr. Rowland and I spoke right before I appeared in front of the judge. He made a few errors while representing me in front of the judge. The ADA was fumbling about and Mr. Rowland helped her with her case (which was my case that he was supposed to be representing ME, NOT helping the ADA convict me. It was a super uncomfortable experience all the way around. I ended up getting DOUBLE the jail time than we had expected and I believe these errors contributed Heavily towards that. Well, he did warn me this might happen. That’s why I have him right? After sentencing today, I feel I wasted all that money and could’ve potentially Had a better sentence if I represented myself. I am angry. I am angry that I hired a lawyer who thought it was a good idea to help the prosecutor convict me. I hate writing bad reviews, I really do. However; this is unacceptable. This is an honest and fair review after using their law firm I certainly could never recommend them.

Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago

Ms. Harrison: We appreciate your business, and the opportunity to be of service to you. Although your review wasn't what I hoped for, I also appreciate this review because it gives me an opportunity to review what we are doing and make sure we are giving the very best service that we can. I have taken the time to listen to you, and then I have reflected upon my representation of you. While I don't want to go into the details of your case on a public forum on a point by point basis, I will say that I disagree with this review. Without discussing the specific facts of your case, and as you indicated in your review, I do typically go over the facts and circumstances of each case with my clients to include possible outcomes. I don't proceed without client consent, and it is the judge who actually sentences individuals based upon all of the facts, circumstances, and sentencing factors in each case. I certainly strive to give 5 star service at all times, and hope that my clients believe that they receive 5 star service from me, and my office, and it was my intent to do so for you as well. I am sorry that you don't feel you received that 5 star service that all clients deserve. However, because of this review, I will continue to reflect on my efforts and communication with and for my clients, and I will strive to give the best service possible to all my clients. While our goal is always to deliver 5 star service and results, I also believe we must embrace the negative reviews as well as a means to reflect, improve and get better. Thank you for bringing your concerns to my attention, and I will use it as motivation to continue to grow and improve. Thank you, Mike Rowland

Danielle Bennett4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Danielle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Definitely a 5 Star attorney!! Office staff is extremely pleasant and helpful. Very insightful and helped make a difficult situation better!!

Nathen Lasher2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nathen has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Would highly recommend using Rowland & Yauger, I have been using them personally now for about 4 years. It’s always quick easy interactions when you call, definitely worth giving them a call.

Colin MoultisLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Colin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

These guys are great. I'm from texas and we drive faster there. After getting two tickets a year apart they were able to get them reduced and dismissed with fees paid. This is something you can't do in texas! And the second one was after a new ada in moore county was installed. They do great work!

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