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When you hire Annemarie Pantazis, you're getting an attorney who has made workers' compensation her life's work. As one of the few Board-Certified Workers' Compensation Specialists in North Carolina, Annemarie knows the system inside and out.
Annemarie began her career defending insurance companies, but quickly switched sides when she realized she wanted to protect injured workers. Now she uses that insider knowledge to get you the benefits you deserve, whether it's medical care, lost wages, or disability payments.
Annemarie is on the leadership teams of major workers' rights organizations and has been helping injured North Carolina workers for over 20 years. If you're facing denied claims, confusing paperwork, or insurance company pushback, Annemarie will stand up for you and guide you through every step.
North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation. We have DECADES of Fighting for the Carolinas & Winning for Injured Workers.
North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation. We have DECADES of Fighting for the Carolinas & Winning for Injured Workers.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
40%
Car Accident
20%
Motorcycle Accident
20%
Trucking Accident
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
2013
Licenses
Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Wilder Pantazis Law Group
(844) 756-3019
Mobile
3501 Monroe Road, Charlotte, NC, 28205
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395 S Swing Rd, Greensboro, NC, 27409
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226 N Front St, Wilmington, NC, 28401
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Posted by Linda | April 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Awesome attorney
Annemarie guided, supported and handled a catastrophic injury WC case for me. She was undeniably on my side and handled the case quickly and efficiently. She is a very knowledgeable and personable individual.
Posted by John C | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Compassion and integrity
Anne-Marie is a lawyer that stands out amongst lawyers she is there for your benefit. She has helped me with my workers comp case and I am more than satisfied very personable very professional and most of all a fantastic counselor.
Posted by Katherine | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Excellent and caring attorney
I recently had a workers compensation case which became complicated by the fact that my injuries required me to stop working. I myself worked in the legal field and Annemarie came highly recommended to me. Annemarie's knowledge of workers compensation laws was impressive and how she handled my case...
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2013 | Social Security Disability
Excellent Representation for the Injured & Disabled
I strongly recommend the law office of Annemarie Pantazis. She has a thorough understanding of Social Security, the NC State Disability Retirement Plan, private disability insurance, and the NC Worker's Compensation System. Thus, she is able to develop an all encompassing and effective strategy for...
Posted by Donna | March 21, 2013 | Social Security Disability
Disability
I had to apply for disability after losing my job due to back surgery. Annemarie was wonderful in helping direct me to disability through Social Security. She reviewed all my surgeons notes from the surgery and informed me I had an excellent case. My husband and I met with her filled out required for...
Annemarie Pantazis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Annemarie is a highly competent litigator. I fully endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Annemarie Pantazis. She is a very knowledgeable and dedicated attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients."
"I have known Annemarie for over 15 years. She is an outstanding lawyer who cares about her clients and works hard to obtain excellent results. She handles both the worker's compensation and social security disability cases at the same time, if needed. I refer any clients with these to Annemarie without hesitation."
"Annemarie Pantazis comes with my highest recommendation. As a fellow attorney in the community, her perspective has benefited me tremendously. Ms. Pantazis brings a rare combination of expertise and compassion to the job."
"I wholeheartedly endorse Annemarie. I have known her for several years and she has an excellent reputation in the workers' compensation field. She is a valuable asset to our legal community in Charlotte."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Annemarie is one of the best Workers Compensation attorneys I have met in my career. She is caring and compassionate to her clients and fights for them to make sure their legal rights are protected. If I were injured on the job, I would have Annemarie help me!!!"
"Annemarie is a highly skilled, tactical and tenacious advocate for her clients in the Workers Comp field. She is one of few Board Certified Workers Comp lawyers in North Carolina. She has acheived excellent results for her clients and I would recommend her without hesitation. Chet Rabon."
"Annemarie is a knowledgeable and highly respected attorney. I trust her with my clients when they have issues with Social Security and she does a great job for them."
"TOP NOTCH attorney. Excellent reputation in the legal community. Hard working, dedicated to clients. . .and a super nice person. A true Lawyer's Lawyer. If I needed legal counsel in the area of Workers' Compensation, I wouldn't hesitate for a minute calling Annemarie. bill powers"
"I endorse this lawyer. Annemarie is an excellent lawyer who really cares about her clients. She can handle both the work comp and the SSD case at the same time, if needed. I confer with her often and I trust her legal judgment."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2025
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 25 Lawyers in Charlotte, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 50 Women Lawyers in NC, SuperLawyers
2020
NC Attorney of the Year in Workers' Comp-Claimant, Best Lawyers
2020
Top 25 Lawyers in Charlotte, SuperLawyers
2019
Certified Superior Court and WC Mediator, NC State Bar
2018
Top 25 Charlotte Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 50 Women Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2017
North Carolina Leaders in the Law, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2017
Top 50 Women Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2016
Top 50 Women Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2015
Top 50 Women Lawyers in NC, Super Lawyers
2014
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2013
Rising Star, Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group
2012
Order of Service, NC Advocates for Justice
2011
Top 300 Small Businesses in the South, Business Leader Magazine
2011
Oustanding Charlottean, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
2011
40 Under 40 Award, Charlotte Business Journal
2010
National Recognition, National Association of Women
2010
Best of Charlotte 2010, Chamber of Commerce
2009
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
Workers' Compensation Specialist, Board Certified Workers' Compensation Specialist
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Managing Attorney, Pantazis Law Firm
2003 - 2005
Attorney, Thompson & Pantazis
2001 - 2003
Associate, Hamilton Gaskins Faye & Moon
1999 - 2001
Associate, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog, LLP
Associations
2020 - Present
College of Workers' Compensation LawyersFellow
2018 - Present
State Bar Workers' Compensation Specialization CommitteeCo-Chair
2014 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Workers Compensation SectionExecutive Committee Member
2013 - Present
Workers Injury Law and Advocacy GroupExecutive Committee Member
2008 - Present
North Carolina Association of Women AttorneysMember
2008 - Present
Southern Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2003 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1999 - Present
Mecklenburg County BarMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2014 - 2018
North Carolina Bar AssociationWorkers' Compensation Council
2008 - 2014
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeBoard of Governors
Education
1999
Wake Forest University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1995
College of William and Mary
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
NCBA Annual Workers' Compensation Conference
How to Evaluate Non-Submit MSAs
2015
Kansas 41st Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
ACA and Its Implications for Injured Workers
2015
Iowa 37th Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
ACA and Its Implications for Injured Workers
2014
Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group
ACA and its Implications for Injured Workers
2012
WILG Continuing Education
Expanding Your Practice to Add SSDI & Calculating the Workers’ Comp Offset
2010
NCAJ Paralegal Seminar
Pre-Trial Agreements before the NCIC
2010
NCAJ Continuing Education
Issues Involving Subcontractors, Independent Contractors, Employees and Ghost Policies
2010
NCAJ Continuing Education
Interplay of Benefits Between Workers’ Compensation and the State Employee Health, Retirement and Disability Plans
2010
NCAJ Continuing Education
COBRA Issues for Injured Workers
2010
NCAJ Continuing Education
SSDI Offset Language
2010
NC Bar Association Continuing Education
Handling Claims from a Plaintiff’s Perspective
2008
NBI Continuing Education
Overcoming Common Ethical Hurdles faced by Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
2008
NBI Continuing Education
Initial Case Management
2007
Sterling Education Services Continuing Education
Permanent and Total Disability
2007
NBI Continuing Education
Workers' Compensation Case Law Update
2006
Wake Forest University Seminar
Employment Covered and Defenses
2005
Sterling Education Services Continuing Education
Novel Issues of Course and Scope
2003
Workers' Compensation 2003, Wake Forest Continuing Legal Education Series, 2003
Speaker, Workers' Compensation 2003
2002
Wake Forest Continuing Legal Education 2002
Speaker, Workers' Compensation 2002
Publications
2021
NCBA
How to Evaluate Non-Submit MSAs
2014
Trial Briefs (NCAJ)
ACA and its Implications for Injured Workers
2012
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Interplay of Benefits Between Workers' Comp and State Plans
2011
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Cases Involving Subcontractors & Independent Contractors
2011
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Fixing SSDI Offset Language
2010
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
COBRA Issues for Injured Workers
2005
North Carolina Bar Association
Novel Issues of Course and Scope
2003
General Practice Handbook
Workers' Compensation Case Law Update
2003
Wake Forest University
Employment Covered and Defenses
2002
Wake Forest University
Fundamentals of Workers’ Compensation: Scope of Employment-To and From and Off Premises Injuries
2000
NCBA Workers' Compensation Section
What Goes Around Comes Around: An Update on the Going and Coming Rule, The Course & Scope
Languages
English
Spanish
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Q&A
What type of attorney do I need.. a workman’s comp. lawyer or personal injury lawyer?
28 Jul 2025
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What should I ask for with my settlement I feel 27ft on concrete while was at work it shaddderws everything from my right elbow?
28 Jul 2025
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If im in a break and still working and get hurt or in an accident am I liable?
18 Jul 2025