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Robert E. Whitley

Whitley Law Firm
2506 North Herritage Street
Post Office Box 5309
Kinston, NC 28503
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Phone: (800) 598-0456 | Fax: (252) 523-3433
http://www.whitleylawfirm.com

Experienced, Reputable Aid for Injury Victims

Types of Cases
Qualifications
Work History
Personality & Philosophy
Office Information
Fees

Legal Topic

Personal Injury

Preferred New Clients

I prefer to take on clients who have recently been injured and are seeking to fight for monetary compensation. By helping North Carolina personal injury victims, I am able to provide comprehensive legal assistance when they need it most. My firm is also equipped to help clients who are seeking aid with debt collection harassment.

Sub-Topics

Accidents & Personal Injury

Construction Site Injuries
Jones Act
Petrochemical Accidents
Slip & Fall
Sports Injuries

Car Accident

Auto Accident
Whiplash

Character Injury

Defamation
Invasion of Privacy
Libel
Slander

Dangerous Property

Financial Injuries

False Charities
Frauds, Scams, Hoaxes
Identity Theft
Pyramid Schemes
Telemarketing

Intentional Injuries

Assault & Battery
Child Abuse
Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Domestic Violence
Police Misconduct
Sexual Assault

Mass Accidents

Airplanes
Buildings
Mass Transit - Bus, Train, Subway
Ships & Boats

Medical Malpractice

Anesthesia Malpractice
Birth Injuries and Defects
Cosmetic Surgery
Dental Malpractice
Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
Emergency Room Errors
HMO Managed Case
Lasik Eye Surgery
Medication Malpractice
Nursing Home Negligence
Optometry Malpractice
Prescription/Drug Malpractice
Psychiatric Malpractice
Spinal Cord Injury
Surgical Errors
Wrong Diagnosis or Misdiagnosis

Motorcycle Accident

Personal Injury - Defense

Personal Injury Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Professional Malpractice

Financial Malpractice
Legal Malpractice
Religious Malpractice

Serious/Catastrophic Injuries

Amputation
Birth Injury
Burn Injury
Head/Brain Injury
Paralysis

Toxic Tort

Chemicals & Cosmetics
Dangerous Drugs & Products
Hazardous Waste
Medical Products & Devices
Mesothelioma
Pesticides
Radiation & Electromagnetic Energy
Tobacco
Toxic Mold

Truck Accident

Wrongful Death

Bar Admissions

NC, Sep 1974
Bar Number: 6445

Other Court Admissions

North Carolina

Association Memberships

• North Carolina State Bar
• North Carolina Bar Association
• American Association for Justice
• North Carolina Advocates for Justice
• Past Member, Board of Governors

Continuing Education

I strongly believe that lawyers should continue to fulfill their educational hours and therefore will go above and beyond to ensure that I am on the cutting edge of new case results, laws and information so that I might better assist my clients.

Example Cases

• A mail carrier who was injured while delivering the mail after being rear-ended by a tractor-trailer. The case settled for $5.5 million.

• The plaintiff was hit by a commercial bus. Her claim was settled for $3.5 million.

Education

School:

Wake Forest University School of Law

Degree:

Juris Doctorate

City:

Winston-Salem

State:

Year:

1974

School:

East Carolina University

Degree:

Bachelor of Science

City:

Greenville

State:

Year:

1972

Focus and Accomplishments:

Business Administration

Number of Attorneys

State Licensed In

North Carolina

Firm Focus and History

My firm is focused on helping clients with personal injury claims. I understand how complex this process can be and I am therefore unwaveringly devoted to ensuring that my clients receive the comprehensive and tailor-made solutions that will be best suited for their individual case. Even in the most daunting and complex of situations, I work tirelessly to help them fight for their optimum outcome.

My firm was established when my parents and I teamed up to offer North Carolina residents the support and guidance that would be beneficial towards providing them with the aid that they deserve in personal injury cases.

Previous Employment Summary

I have spent my entire career learning all of the nuances and details regarding personal injury law. By focusing on this type of law, I am able to provide my clients with knowledgeable and effective legal assistance even in the most complex of situations.

Activities and Awards

I have an AV Rating by Martindale-Hubbell and am a lifetime member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.

What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?

I believe that all clients should stay informed of the legal issues that they are facing and I will therefore always encourage them to stay educated and involved.

Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?

I will review all documents that I feel will benefit me as I move forward in the personal injury claim for my clients.

Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?

In an initial consultation, I will evaluate each case as an individual scenario so that I can best learn as to how I will be able to protect the legal rights and best interests of my clients.

Why did you decide to be a lawyer?

I decided to become a lawyer because I wanted a career in which I would be able to provide serious help for people who seriously needed it. I wanted a chance to challenge myself to better my community and my clients by helping to fight through this trying time towards a better future.

What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?

My experience in personal injury law provides me with an intimate understanding of the law that cannot be imitated and is able to give me the edge I need as I fight to defend my clients.

Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?

I chose personal injury law because I am deeply aware of the profound impact that it can have on those who are forced to deal with it. I understand that the time following a personal injury can be trying, difficult and undesirable, but I also understand that with the correct amount of legal assistance that I will be able to provide the support that they need as they fight to find stability once more.

What do you like best about your career?

I love the ability to turn a hopeless situation into a manageable one. I know that I can never erase the existence of a personal injury accident, but I am also aware that with elbow grease and hard work that I will be able to help my clients in the fight to put their life back on track once more.

Tell us about your law firm:

I work with several excellent attorneys who all bring with them established records and unique experiences.

What are your strengths and style?

I am knowledgeable about personal injury law and unwaveringly dedicated to providing comprehensive legal assistance. I strongly believe that clients deserve exhaustive care and I will therefore do everything that I can to be thorough and meticulous in my treatment of every case.

Personal Interests:

I am personally vested in practicing law and devote a large portion of my time to assisting my clients and bettering myself as an attorney.

Fax

(252) 523-3433

Office Hours

Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

We make ourselves available 25/7, however, so do not hesitate to contact my firm if you are currently struggling with a personal injury.

Emergency After Hours

Yes

Additional Offices

New Bern Office
701 McCarthy Boulevard
Post Office Box 12550
New Bern, NC 28561
(252) 633-6601

Raleigh Office
2424 Glenwood Avenue
Suite 201
Raleigh, NC 27608
(919) 785-5000

Jacksonville Office
200 Valencia Drive
Jacksonville, NC 28546
(910) 219-1000

Greenville Office
1702-A East Arlington Boulevard
Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 353-5500

Fixed-Price Services and Fees

To learn more about the services and fees that I am able to offer my clients, do not hesitate to contact my firm.

Hourly Rates

Contact me.

Free Initial Consultation?

Yes, I do offer a free initial case consultation.

Typical Retainer