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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%
Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
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- Check
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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 Shawn | March 14, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Hire this attorney.
If you need a review that tells you to hire him, this is the one. He got me out of a sticky situation, which from all objective measures was a lose-lose case. He works my case from beginning to end and found the one, and most likely only opportunity that got me the best possible outcome. Even the par...
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 Caleb | October 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent service and results
I originally chose Mr Wheless's law firm because it was right next to the courthouse for my traffic ticket, and I'm super glad I did! Within a few hours of explaining my circumstances on his website, Mr Wheless reached out to me directly since his secretary was off that day. I decided to hire him...
Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Jay Has Your Back
I was on vacation in OBX from out of state and ran into some trouble with the law. Hiring Jay was the best choice I could have made. He thoroughly researched the facts and law of my case, was very responsive and clearly presented my options before trial. Despite having bad facts on my side he took...
Posted by Jim | March 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Best of the best. Understanding and empathetic.
I am from out of state and received multiple violations in Dare County. I was extremely upset as I'd already continued on to Florida and had been told I would need to appear in court. I called Mr. Wheless's office after seeing how highly he has been recommended by others and I now know why. He cal...
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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