The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford

About the Attorney

The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford is a trusted criminal defense and probate law firm in Gastonia, North Carolina. With over 18 years of experience, attorney Brent D. Ratchford has been dedicated to providing top-notch legal representation for clients in Gaston County. Specializing in criminal defense, Attorney Ratchford is committed to protecting the rights and interests of individuals facing criminal charges. Whether you are dealing with a DUI, drug possession, assault, or other criminal charges, Attorney Ratchford will fight tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for your case. Additionally, the firm also offers probate law services to assist clients with estate planning and administration. If you are in need of a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney in Gastonia, contact The Law Firm of Brent D. Ratchford today for a free consultation at 704-215-4493.

Practice Areas

Criminal justice attorney

Client Reviews

Terry McGhee

6/18/2026

Brent is truly on a level all of his own. If professionalism had a picture in the dictionary, it should be his. He has done an outstanding job defending me against ongoing false allegations that already cost me a great-paying job and more than 13 months away from my children. I will forever be grateful for the time, effort, and strategies he used to prove my innocence. Mr. Ratchford is hands down the man you want representing you and handling any case against you. He is second to none!

BiGG CAiN

6/10/2026

I highly recommend this law firm. I was facing a speeding charge of 91 mph in a 65 mph zone along with a reckless driving charge in North Carolina. From the start, they were professional, responsive, and made the entire process easy to understand.

What impressed me most was how quickly they handled my case. In a short amount of time, they were able to get my speeding charge reduced to 74 mph in a 65 mph zone and have the reckless driving charge completely dismissed. The outcome was far better than I expected, and I didn’t have to deal with the stress of navigating the process on my own.

If you’re looking for an attorney who communicates well, works efficiently, and gets great results, I would absolutely recommend them. Thank you for your hard work and for resolving my case so quickly.