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W. Jay Wheless
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About W. Jay
Biography
I have been practicing law on the Outer Banks for 33 years. 27 of those years were with my father as my best friend and law partner.
I am married, have two fantastic children and one incredible granddaughter. I am very blessed.
I have a tremendously professional and driven staff. These folks tend to stay with me for the long-haul which is another of life's blessings.
I have been a private pilot for 35 years (SEL and instrument rated). I do not fly as often these days, but my wife and I are drum-fishing every available weekend through the summer. I am an avid outdoorsman in all seasons. If the sun is up, I am outside.
My practice brings me a great deal of joy, but I get particular pleasure from a difficult DWI or helping good folks out of sticky situations.
If I or my firm can ever be of assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Jay
Experienced and trusted. I love to win.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
30%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
30%
Real Estate
25%
Corporate and Incorporation
5%
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Payment Methods
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Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 36 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Wheless & Wheless, PLLC
101 South Hwy. 64, Manteo, NC, 27954
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402 North Main Street, Columbia, NC, 27925
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Posted by Andrea | May 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Exceptional Legal Expertise and Support Through a Difficult Time
I had the privilege of working with W. Jay Wheless as my attorney for two impaired driving cases in different counties, and I cannot overstate how thankful I am for his outstanding representation. From our first meeting, Jay provided clear, honest, and highly effective legal advice that helped me und...
Posted by Craig | July 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great choice for lawyer in Outer Banks, NC
Jay Wheless and his paralegal Jennifer eased my mind right out of the gate. After receiving two pretty scary speeding/wreckless driving while passing through Manteo, NC, two months ago, I contacted them for for council. They eased my mind and insured me they were the right people for the job. They...
Posted by Yancey | February 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Yanceydavenport,two dwi charges in one night !!!! ,In Columbia NC
I can't tell you the magic,the passion this lawyer has for the law ,,,but I can tell you this is the absolute best lawyer hands down I've ever seen in action ,,if you find yourself in a bad situation,,,get charged with a dwi .....this man is the ONLY choice !!!! You will not regret it ....5 stars isn...
Posted by anonymous | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
anonymous
Absolutely the BEST lawyer. I recently had a weird DWI case that Mr. Jay Wheless worked very hard on to receive a positive outcome. I highly recommend Mr. Wheless and appreciate him greatly. Thank You!
Posted by anonymous | May 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Jay Is Your Man For A DUI Charge!!! AMAZING JOB!
Jay took a DUI case to trail for me and did an outstanding job getting a NOT GUILTY!!! He laid out my options clearly and worked on this case during the pandemic with me for nearly a year! Jay has a great deal of connections you want to have and knowledge of the entire DUI process. He was very easy ...
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Experience
Work Experience
1989 - Present
Partner, Wheless & Wheless, PLLC
Associations
1989 - Present
Dare County Bar AssociationMember
1989 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
North Carolina State Bar
Member
Lawyer Pilots Bar Association
Member
2012 - 2013
Dare County Bar AssociationPresident
Education
1989
Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
AB