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Robert Paul Jenkins
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Biography
Paul's practice area is focused entirely in the area of family law, including divorce and separation, spousal support, property distribution and child custody and support.
He is an exceptional and dedicated attorney, who brings the same level of intensity to the court room as he did on the pitcher’s mound as a student-athlete at UNC-Chapel Hill. After graduating with Dean’s List honors from UNC-Chapel Hill, he attended law school at North Carolina Central University, where he graduated magna cum laude. While at NCCU he actively served the community as a member of the Family Law and Alternative Dispute Resolution clinics, and participated in North Carolina Central University’s Street Law program, teaching at Durham’s Hillside High School. Paul also participated in NCCU’s mentor-mentee program. Additionally, Paul serves as a Teen Court Judge in association with the Mediation Center of Eastern North Carolina. He has volunteered as a mediator with the Dispute Resolution Center in Carrboro, North Carolina and also serves as a volunteer judge and coach for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice high school mock trial competition.
Paul has been awarded the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale Hubbel-Lawyers.com from 2013 through 2018. This is the highest possible rating for any attorney by the top attorney rating agency in the nation. This is the highest possible rating for both his legal ability and ethical standards reflecting the opinions of members of the Bar and Judiciary. Paul further received distinction as a Top Rated Lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell in the practice area of Family Law for ethical standards and legal ability.
Additionally, Paul has been named as a member of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite in 2015 through 2019 for the practice area of Family Law.
Paul was born and raised in Rocky Mount, North Carolina before calling Chapel Hill home for nearly a decade. In May 2011 he returned to his roots of Eastern North Carolina to work for The Graham Nuckolls Conner Law Firm after working previously at the Maitland Law Firm in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, friends and dogs, attending UNC and ECU sporting events, and traveling to major league baseball games to see his beloved Red Sox.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
35%
17 years
Family
30%
17 years
Child Custody
15%
17 years
Alimony
10%
17 years
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Licensed in North Carolina for 16 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2009
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Location
Graham, Nuckolls & Conner, PLLC
321 South Evans Street, Greenville, NC, 27858
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Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2026
A straight forward attorney that goes above and beyond
Mr. Jenkins was very knowledgeable and upfront about what could or could not happen. He went above and beyond the consultation and even touched base with me the next day to follow up. In this profession, it is hard to find an attorney that will give you a straight answer and not just go for your wall...
Posted by Eric | March 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Pual Jenkins
Mr. Paul was amazing an handled everything like he said. He went above an beyond an done my case an was up front an straight with me on everything. Mr pual an his staff were amazing an made me feel like family.
Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgeable, competent, and kind lawyer
I contacted Paul Jenkins after I was referred to him from a previous satisfied client of his. Upon our consultation, he clearly laid out how the separation and divorce process goes with specific details to my case. Every time we spoke/met I felt confident in his abilities and did not feel rushed or p...
Posted by anonymous | March 05, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Help with a legal separation
Paul Jenkins and his team helped me during the difficult process of my recent separation. He, patiently, listened to my concerns and, with his team, put together a set of documents that made the agreement with my spouse as smooth as possible. I highly recommend Paul to anyone who finds themselves i...
Posted by Dawn | January 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Most professional attorney/ compassionate
I consulted with Mr. Jenkins concerning an evaluation for child support that I had never taken through the court system. He did an outstanding job aiding me ,allowing me to use his conference room At no charge for nearly 5 hours while we did the review over the phone because it involved a parent in...
Robert Paul Jenkins's Lawyer Endorsements
"Paul is an excellent attorney. He is thoughtful, smart, and hard-working. Paul is one a handful of family law attorneys that I seek advice from. When I have difficult legal questions, I seek Paul’s opinion. I recommend that people hire Paul for their divorce and custody issues."
"Paul is an excellent attorney who advocates for his clients' best interest. I never worry about referring clients to Paul because I know he has an incredible work ethic and personal integrity."
"Paul is an exceptional lawyer who is responsive, sharp, direct and compassionate. We worked together on a procedurally complex inter-county matter and I, as a young lawyer, learned a great deal from him. I highly recommend him."
"The best thing I can say about Paul is that he is result oriented. That is a wonderful quality in a family lawyer. I look forward to working with him in the future."
"Paul is a zealous advocate for his clients. He is always professional, hardworking, and detailed. Paul exhibits tenacity and integrity in his cases. I enjoy working with him."
"Paul is a strong advocate and competent legal mind. I do not hesitate to put my reputation on the line and refer to him. Trustworthy and conscientious."
"Paul is an excellent, skilled attorney who not only zealously represents his clients in a courtroom but also outside of court. He has the ability to amicably resolve cases where needed, while also looking out for his client's best interests. He is intelligent and truly cares about the outcomes for his clients. I would highly recommend him for a family court matter."
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"Paul has a great reputation among family law attorneys. Anytime I have someone who needs an attorney in Pitt County, I send them to Paul."
"Paul is a solid, thoughtful and articulate attorney. Although Paul and I previously worked in the same legal community, I did not fully appreciate his exemplary work until we recently worked together as co-counsel on a case. Paul, his law partners and his staff were professional, efficient and determined to see our case through to a favorable conclusion. I look forward to another opportunity to collaborate with Paul and his firm in the future."
"Paul is a very skilled attorney who zealously advocates for his clients’ best interest. He is dedicated, knowledgeable, ethical, and a tenacious professional. He has a lot of passion for his work and his clients. I endorse this lawyer’s work."
"Paul Jenkins is an excellent attorney who is in tune with all the complex issues and aspects family law. He committed to his clients' needs. I consider Paul a great asset to our firm, our legal community and the entire “Down East†community. He is committed to his family, and has all the traits expected of excellent lawyers, include an extremely strong work ethic and personal integrity. He immediately gets down to work, and has done an excellent job on all matters. I am proud to know him, and even more proud to work with him."
"After several years of practice in the Wake County area, Attorney Jenkins is a much-welcomed addition to the Pitt County Bar. He has proven himself to be a kind, determined attorney, who is never afraid to vigorously defend and protect his client’s interests, both in and out of court. Any client who procures Attorney Jenkins’ services can rest assured that their attorney will never be outworked or overmatched by the other side."
"Ever since I've known Paul in law school he has applied his incredible work ethic, will and determination towards whatever task was in front of him. I, along with our fellow classmates, would often turn to Paul for advice, clarity, or knowledge on just about any subject pertaining to the law. I have no doubts that Paul has carried that vigor into practice as a North Carolina Attorney and would absolutely recommend him to anyone."
"Paul is an outstanding and hardworking attorney. He exhibits the highest level of integrity, enthusiasm, professionalism, and is truly passionate about his work. His dedication, work ethic and knowledge of the law is why I am honored to call Paul a friend and colleague."
"Paul Jenkins is one of the hardest working attorneys in North Carolina. He and I have been friends for years, and I had the pleasure of working with him at Maitland and Maitland. He is honest, trustworthy, and goes out of his way to make time for each and every client. I have turned to him for advice time and again and truly value his professional opinion."
"As a attorney, Paul Jenkins is brilliant, well-spoken, and charismatic. But what sets him apart from his peers is that he is as good of a person as his is an attorney. I am honored to call him a friend."
"Paul is an incredibly hard working person and a terrific attorney. He deeply cares about his clients and always goes the "extra mile" to achieve success. I am very proud to work with him, Rob Maitland"
"Paul is a good lawyer who is detailed oriented and very industrious."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina
2016
Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Legal Elite, Family Law, Business North Carolina
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Magna Cum Laude, North Carolina Central University School of Law
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Attorney, The Graham. Nuckolls. Conner. Law Firm, PLLC
2009 - 2011
Attorney, The Maitland Law Firm
Associations
2013 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationLawyer Referral Service Committee
2012 - Present
Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of CommerceMember
2012 - Present
Mediation Center of Eastern North CarolinaResident Teen Court Judge
2011 - Present
Pitt County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Judicial District 3A Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Advocates For Justice, Family Law SectionMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
2013 - 2014
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Family Law Section, CLE Co-ChairCo-chair
2009 - 2011
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
Dispute Resolution Center, Carrboro, NCFamily Law Mediator
Education
2009
North Carolina Central University School of Law
Juris Doctor
2005
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What can I do as an aunt if my nephew is being spanked with a belt that leaves buises?
07 Dec 2011
Q&A
If my ex-wife refuses to pay her portion of the unpaid medical bills and activities can I deduct it from her alimony?
29 Nov 2011