Presenting Patrick Apple: A Perfect Partner

Dummit Fradin is proud to announce Criminal Defense Attorney Patrick Apple as a new Managing Partner. Patrick will be joining Clarke Dummit, Michael Fradin, and Jessica Culver in leading the firm.

Congratulations Patrick Apple

A Dedicated Leader and Mentor

Since joining Dummit Fradin in 2019, Patrick has consistently demonstrated strong leadership skills and a dedication to putting the needs of clients first. His positive attitude and focus on honesty and enthusiasm have contributed to the firm’s ongoing commitment to providing excellent client service. Patrick’s approach to his work is characterized by a focus on positivity and teamwork.

Patrick’s management and dedication to mentorship have helped the firm expand into new counties to provide greater access to outstanding criminal defense services in the triad.  His enthusiastic methods are an embodiment of the firm’s culture and promise of excellence in all aspects of client service.

About Patrick Apple

Born in Greensboro, Patrick is a local with strong ties to the area having been raised in nearby Pleasant Garden.  He attended North Carolina State University where his mind for defense work was already at center stage as a varsity linebacker on the Wolfpack football team. He completed his studies in Raleigh as a scholar athlete and returned to his hometown to study law.

Patrick is involved in the local community through multiple organizations including his church, local youth camps, and coaching youth football. When not practicing law, he can be found speaking at conferences and running an open gym at his church.

Patrick has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations including the National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, the AVVO Client’s Choice Award, Business North Carolina Legal Elite for Criminal Law, and North Carolina’s Super Lawyers.

Patrick has helped thousands of individuals through the legal process with representation ranging from pre-charge assistance all the way through trial and appeals. His practice includes all facets of North Carolina criminal defense from assaults, DWIs, larcenies and robberies, drug charges, as well as white collar crimes.  Patrick also frequently represents clients seeking protection of their driver’s licenses following DWI and other traffic-related charges.  His skill set also includes fighting for clients’ driving privileges at the DMV through his experience navigating the DMV’s difficult and burdensome hearings.

Michael Fradin, Clarke Dummit, Jessica Culver, Patrick Apple

Michael Fradin, Clarke Dummit, Jessica Culver, Patrick Apple

Dummit Fradin’s founding partner Clarke Dummit had this to say: We are very excited about adding Patrick’s great leadership as the 4th Managing Partner to our management team.  He has proven to be not only a great attorney, but a great asset for the Firm.”

Contact Patrick Apple or any of our team here at Dummit Fradin for a free Defense Analysis today!