“Dear Doug,
The past 10 months have been extraordinary. Your exceptional hard work and ability in the [Dental Board] hearing are clear! You have been professional, courteous, and very accessible. I appreciate you keeping me informed and getting me prepared for the July hearing. Justice was done. . . . . The primary goal of his never practicing dentistry again has been attained.
Thank you again for all that you did. My family and I are relieved and satisfied with the outcome. You are a great attorney and a wonderful person!”
-Victim/Witness in Dental Board Permanent Revocation Hearing in which Doug Brocker represented the Dental Board
“Brocker’s cross-examination of Mike Nifong was a masterpiece. At the end of his direct testimony [the] disgraced DA had just delivered a tearful resignation, seeming to use his son as a prop designed to increase sympathy. Brocker responded with a precise series of questions to which Nifong unpersuasively responded with increasing evasiveness. In effect, the cross-examination exposed the ‘factual’ Nifong to all, setting the stage for Brocker’s brilliant description of Nifong — Durham County’s “minister of injustice” — in his closing statement.”
“Brocker’s closing was a masterful performance – a highly organized summary of the case complete with visuals outlining Nifong’s mutually contradictory excuses on why he didn’t turn over the exculpatory DNA evidence. Brocker’s PowerPoint slide with head shots of Nifong’s various media appearances was particularly effective. He also delivered one of the best lines of the entire case, describing Nifong as a ‘minister of injustice.’”
“The State Bar’s prosecutors, Doug Brocker and Katherine Jean, did a remarkably effective job. They mastered the intricate details of the case that by now is extremely complex. Both asked questions in a straightforward, dispassionate manner — despite the outrages of the case — thereby allowing the ‘facts’ that [Chair] Williamson deemed so critical to dominate the proceedings.”
-KC Johnson, co-author of “Until Proven Innocent: Political Correctness and the Shameful Injustices of the Duke Lacrosse Rape Case” (excerpts from Durham-in-Wonderland).
“Doug,
You have been a great resource for me and one in whom I place absolute confidence.”
-Past State Bar President
“Doug,
I work on our Professional Responsibility Committee and do disciplinary work here as well. When this first hit, [the firm] immediately agreed we needed someone with your expertise to help us. I cannot tell you how much your outstanding efforts on behalf of [the two involved respondent lawyers] means to the firm. We very much appreciate it.”
-Partner in large out-of-state law firm regarding complaints against two of the firm’s lawyers for alleged unauthorized practice in NC
“Deanna
Thank you so much for all you have done. This Bar Grievance seemed like a nightmare that just would not end. You answered all my questions and were extremely patient and kept me informed on the matter. You also gave me a realistic expectation and analysis rather than just the theoretical consequences. . . . I would highly recommend you to anyone. Thanks again!”
-Attorney in State Bar Grievance Matter
“[To the State Bar President]
I just wanted to drop you this note and thank the State Bar for the services of Deanna Brocker who mans the telephone to assist attorneys with ethical questions and issues. Over the years, I have had the good fortune to review ethical issues with Deanna on occasion. I believe this is an extremely valuable service to attorneys. I have always found Deanna is not only knowledgeable, but also lends an understanding ear to the attorney’s situation. I just wanted to thank the State Bar for this very worthwhile service and tell you how helpful Ms. Brocker has been to me in several situations over the years.”
-Attorney who had sought ethics advice from the State Bar
“The [State] bar has turned to outside legal help . . . to hire Douglas J. Brocker, a lawyer in private practice who built a reputation as a dogged and thorough prosecutor when he worked at the State Bar. Brocker is working with Katherine Jean, the bar’s top counsel.”
-Raleigh News & Observer, June 10, 2007
“I am writing with regard to the legal representation I received from Douglas J. Brocker, Attorney at Law. . . . The matter for which he represented me was complex and contentious, in essence involving approximately 45 separate cases in one. This legal dispute caused this time to have been the most taxing of my career.
Through his experience, knowledge and skill as an attorney, however, Mr. Brocker not only vigorously defended my position but also facilitated bringing about a relatively speedy resolution to what otherwise threatened to drag on for months, if not years. Most importantly, though, Mr. Brocker was not only my legal representative and zealous advocate, he was also my counselor at law. He stood by me and supported me with his professionalism and kindness. He assisted me in dispelling unfounded fears and helped me devise solutions to real concerns in my case. I could not have handled this matter without Mr. Brocker. Mr. Brocker is modeled after the honorable and fine attorneys of our past and those we read about in classic literature. I am grateful to have received the benefit of his services and honored to have been his client.”
-Attorney involved in law firm and fee dispute
“Dear [Counsel for North Carolina State Bar]:
We are writing to express our sincere appreciation for the hard work that Mr. Douglas J. Brocker extended on our behalf. As you are aware this was a very stressful situation for our family. Mr. Brocker’s compassionate approach help put [our daughter] at ease and began to restore our trust in the legal profession. Mr. Brocker went ‘above and beyond the call of duty’ while working on our case, putting in extra hours to ensure that we would have the best possible representation that he could offer.
We feel that your office should be commended for employing such an outstanding attorney. Again our deepest gratitude goes out to the State Bar and Mr. Brocker.”
-Parents of a female victim/witness in a State Bar proceeding
