Lanier Fountain & Ceruzzi
Criminal Defense | Serving Jacksonville, NC
910-939-3585Lanier Fountain & Ceruzzi can help you find legal solutions for your Criminal Defense issue. The practice serves the Jacksonville, North Carolina area.
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Details Attorney Keith E. Fountain
Attorney John Walter Ceruzzi
Attorney Steve A. Quinn
Attorney John T. Carter III
Attorney Jessica L. Tarsi
Attorney Kyle Elton Fountain
Attorney James Andrew Lanier
Attorney Aaron N. Bailey
Attorney Basil Camden Caprara
Your Allies In Life’s Tough Situations
We are skilled litigators. We are compassionate when discussing your case with you and aggressive in the courtroom when fighting for your rights. North Carolina often requires mediation before allowing a hearing, so we are well-equipped to negotiate on your behalf.
Almost everyone needs an attorney at some point in their lives. No matter the size or scope of the issue, many situations will require legal guidance. At Lanier Fountain & Ceruzzi, we have the skills and experience to handle any type of case, including criminal defense, business law, family law, personal injury, real estate and estate planning.
Contact us today if you need legal assistance with any of the following:
- Social Security Disability Insurance
- Criminal Defense
- Business Law
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Real Estate
- Estate Planning
Call at 910-939-3585 to arrange your initial consultation.
Attorney Keith E. Fountain
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 1980
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina, 1980
- U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- North Carolina Bar Association, Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (Post Chairman)
- Albert J. Ellis Airport Advisory Board (Chairman)
Education:
- Cumberland School of Law, Samford University, Birmingham, Alabama, 1980
- J.D.
- University of North Carolina, Wilmington, North Carolina, 1977
- B.A.
Attorney John Walter Ceruzzi
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 1997
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina, 1998
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- North Carolina State Bar Association (Member)
- North Carolina Bar Association, 1997 - 2017 (Member)
- Onslow County Bar Association, 1997 - 2017 (Member)
- National Italian American Bar Association (Member)
Education:
- Campbell University School of Law, Raleigh, North Carolina, 1997
- J.D.
- Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, 1992
- B.A.
- Major: Economics and History
Pro Bono Activities:
- Soccer Coach for Onslow Classic Soccer Association
Honors and Awards:
- President of Onslow County Bar Association, 2016 - 2017
Attorney Steve A. Quinn
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 1991
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Jacksonville Jaycees, 1999 - 2000 (President)
- Jacksonville Jaycees, 1997 - 1999 (Vice President of Management Development)
- North Carolina Bar Association (Member, 1991)
- Onslow County Bar Association (Member)
- Jacksonville South Rotary (Member)
- JCI Senator (Member)
- Paul Harris Fellow (Member)
- Onslow County Bar Association, 2012 - 2013 (President)
Education:
- Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, Buies Creek, North Carolina, 1990
- J.D.
- University of North Carolina, Wilmington, North Carolina, 1987
- B.A.
- Major: History
Pro Bono Activities:
- Paul Harris Fellow
Honors and Awards:
- Jacksonville Jaycees, Jaycee of the Year, 1998
- Distinguished Service Award, 1999 - 2000
- Past President of the Jacksonville South Rotary Club, 2011 - 2012
- Paul Harris Fellow
- Past President of the Jacksonville Jaycees 1999-2000 & 2006-2007
- JCI Senator 2012 to Present
- Officer of the Year Jacksonville Jaycees 2004
- Officer of the Year Jacksonville Jaycees 2001
- Jaycee of the Year Jacksonville Jaycees 1998
- Treasurer of the Jacksonville South Rotary Club 2014-2017
Attorney John T. Carter III
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 2005
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- North Carolina Bar Association, 2005 - Present (Member)
- Onslow County Bar Association, 2005 - Present (Member)
Education:
- Campbell University Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, Buies Creek, North Carolina, 2005
- J.D.
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2002
- B.A.
- Major: Psychology
Honors and Awards:
- Book Award Advanced Litigation Technology-Campbell University, 2005
Attorney Jessica L. Tarsi
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 2009
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- North Carolina State Bar
- Onslow County Bar Association
- 4th Judicial District Bar Association
Education:
- Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Lansing, Michigan, 2006
- J.D.
- Western Michigan University, 1999
- B.B.A.
- University of Kansas, 2002
- M.B.A.
Attorney Kyle Elton Fountain
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 2010
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- Onslow County Bar Association (Member)
- North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyer’s Division (Member)
- 4th Judicial District Bar (Secretary/Treasurer)
Education:
- Wake Forest University School of Law, Winston Salem, North Carolina, 2010
- J.D.
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2007
- B.S.
- Major: Business Administration
Attorney James Andrew Lanier
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 2014
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- North Carolina State Bar Association
- North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyer’s Division
- Onslow County Bar Association
Education:
- Charlotte School of Law, Charlotte, North Carolina, 2014
- J.D.
- East Carolina University, Greenville, North Carolina, 2010
- B.S.
Attorney Aaron N. Bailey
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 1999
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of North Carolina
- U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina
- U.S. District Court Middle District of North Carolina
Specialties and Certifications:
- Creditors' Rights Law, American Board of Certification, 2012
Professional Memberships and Achievements:
- NC Creditors Rights Bar Association (Director - Commercial Litigation)
- NC Creditors Rights Bar Association, 2014 - 2015 (President)
Education:
- Campbell University School of Law, Raleigh, North Carolina
- J.D.
- North Carolina State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
- B.A.
- Major: Sociology - Criminal Justice
Honors and Awards:
- NC Creditors' Bar - President's Award for Outstanding Service and Dedication, 2015
- United States German Marshall Fund - Alumnus, 2006
- Honorary Legal Certificate - Republic of Udmurt - Russia, 2005
Attorney Basil Camden Caprara
Bar Admissions:
- North Carolina, 2021
Education:
- Campbell University School of Law, Raleigh, North Carolina
- J.D. - 2021
- University of North Carolina - Wilmington, Wilmington, North Carolina
- B.A. - 2018
- Honors: cum laude
- Honors: Dean's List
- Major: Criminology with Criminal Justice focus
- Minor: Dual History and English