Our Team


Lloyd Bolton, Attorney

Lloyd Bolton is a graduate of the University of Alabama School of Law. Prior to opening his practice, he was an Assistant District Attorney in Mecklenburg County and Onslow County. He prosecuted DWIs, domestic violence offenses, and juvenile offender cases, in addition to other cases. Lloyd served four years as a logistics Marine Officer with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG). He will use his training and experience to represent you with courage and integrity.

Training and Designations

Defender Trial School 2024 and 2025, North Carolina School of Government

Advocate, National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA)

Master Advocate, National Institute of Trial Advocacy (NITA)

NHTSA DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner, Impaired Driving Specialists LLC

NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) Practitioner, Impaired Driving Specialists LLC



Brandy Boone, Legal Assistant

Brandy is a graduate of Coastal Carolina Community College with a Paralegal Technology degree. She is a former Victim Services Coordinator (VSC) and legal assistant for the Onslow County District Attorney’s Office. Brandy is a Marine family member with a long history of service. She is attentive, caring, and ready to use her experience to help you.



Sara Orellana, Legal Assistant

Sara Orellana is a graduate of Marist University and holds a Master’s degree in Psychology. She brings a strong background in leadership and client advocacy, with extensive experience supporting individuals and families in high-stress, complex situations.

Before joining the firm, Sara led and mentored professional teams and supported clients through sensitive personal matters with clear communication and care. As the wife of a United States Marine, she values service and integrity. She is committed to ensuring clients feel supported, empowered and informed.



Bea Arthur, Dog

Bea was serving an active sentence with Onslow County Animal Control for multiple counts of trespassing and dogging without an owner. In a brilliant legal flourish, Mr. Bolton got her sentence reduced to supervised probation with Ridgeside K9. After completing her 4 week sentence, she was accepted into our prestigious dog-intern program. Bea enjoys chasing her ball, laying on her bed, and leaving her hair everywhere.