Wesley A. Collins

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Wesley A. Collins

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26 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 25 years

Litigation Lawyer at Morehead City, NC
Practice Areas: Litigation, Elder Law, Business, Estate Planning

1107 Bridges St, Morehead City, NC

About Wesley

Biography

Aggressive and experienced representation in state and federal court.

Highly experienced in all areas of elder law and asset protection.

Litigation in all courts.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Litigation 70%

2,300 cases

70%
Business 10%

10%
Elder Law 10%

1,450 cases

10%
Estate Planning 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 25 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Wesley A. Collins

1107 Bridges St, Morehead City, NC, 28557-3753

harvellandcollins.com

Wesley A. Collins's Reviews

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Posted by Judith | August 31, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Judith Mann

Recently Mr. Collins met with my daughter and I to go over our Elder Care Will. He was very compassionate and patient with our questions and wanted to make sure we understood all meanings of contract. We highly recommend Mr. Collins as a top -notch attorney and will certainly use him for any lega...l issues we encounter.

Posted by Samantha Piner | March 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hands down, the best!

He’s not only a great attorney but a great person. Wonderful to work with he’s knowledgeable, organized and I truly feels he cares about his clients. We were left in a sticky situation after a death in the family and due to all the above things worked out in the end. Grateful for his dedication.

Posted by Anna | June 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank You Mr. Collins!

Mr. Collins represented me in a lawsuit filed against me, and he was more than I could have ever hoped for. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He patiently listened to my story and never seemed to be rushing my time with him. He treated my case with the utmost importance even though I’m sure ...it was by far not one of the bigger cases in his career. I was often nervous and distressed worrying about the case, but Mr. Collins always got me to relax by assuring me he was going to take care of everything and for me not to worry. His confidence in handling my case really allowed me to relax. My husband and I joined Mr. Collins as he took a deposition from the plaintiff. He shared his strategy for the deposition with us, and we watched him execute it flawlessly. My case went to a jury trial, and Mr. Collins was impressive there as well. His opening and closing statements were precise and on point. You could tell he had really done his homework when he cross examined the defenses witnesses. He caught them in lies and/or off guard several times. Keeping in mind his demeanor throughout was always calm, cool and collected. There was never a moment he seemed to be caught off guard. If there was ever a motion or incident that something didn’t go our way, he was always prepared with a backup plan. It was like watching a chess match and our lawyer was already several moves ahead of the defendant. I know this review has run a little long, but I just can’t express how happy I am that Mr. Wes Collins was my lawyer during one of the most stressful times of my life!

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

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Fantastic Lawyer

Mr. Collins fought for our family thru a long and difficult lawsuit. He always treated us with kindness and professionalism and made everything very simple so that we could understand a difficult process. In the end, he helped us win a large settlement and we are very grateful to him. He is simply gr...eat at what he does and we highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Helped Our Family

Our Family was in a very dire situation in which another family member had taken advantage of us. It was a very long lawsuit, but Wes kept us patient and counseled us very well. We ended up settling the case with a significant financial victory for my family. So glad we choose Wes to be our lawyer he... fought for us all the way through.

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Wesley A. Collins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Dickens

Unknown lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed with Mr. Collins' thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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George Collins

Litigation lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Attorney Collins who I have know for over 15 years. He is an outstanding lawyer who is held in high regard by both his peers and his clients."

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J. Jones

Litigation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I send anyone in need of a litigator for construction and real property issues, as well those in need of estate planning, to Wes. He does an outstanding job for his clients."

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William Kennedy

Litigation lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wes is who we think of when it comes to civil litigation in Carteret County. He does a lot of the heavy lifting in our Civil Superior Court. I highly endorse him."

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Joel Hancock

Litigation lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wes is as good as they come. I give him my highest recommendation."

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James Lupton

Litigation lawyer | Feb 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Wes Collins deservedly enjoys his reputation as a focused, fierce litigator. For over 15 years, Wes has relentlessly fought for good results for his clients."

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Jason Tuttle

Litigation lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Wes and I have worked on cases together and I have referred cases to him. I trust his judgment and ability. Wes is a genuine and honest person and possesses great integrity. I highly endorse Wes."

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Andrew Wigmore

Litigation lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The best endorsement one attorney can give another is if you would turn to that attorney for advice in a case of your own. Wes Collins is that kind of attorney - an attorney I would, and have, turned to for advice and help in a case of my own - knowledgeable and professional and I definitely recommend him for your civil litigation needs"

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James Cummings

Elder law lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Wes for 15 years. During those years I've referred lots of satisfied clients to his office. Wes fights hard for his clients. He is thorough, he is aggresive and he never quits. Wes Collins is an excellent lawyer. Use him and his firm without hesitation"

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Cecil Harvell

Litigation lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Wes takes personal and professional responsibility for each and every one of his client files. He is tenacious and disciplined in his approach. He is creative in his thinking and analysis and as such, many times achieves the highest result for his clients."

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Russell Alexander

Litigation lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"In the years I have worked for Wes, I have known him to be incredibly diligent and attentive to the demands of his cases. He has at least 15 years of experience handling litigation matters in diverse areas of law in the various state and federal courts of North Carolina. While aggressive and a strong advocate for the rights of the client, he also exemplifies a high level of ethical conduct and professionalism that reflects well on the client. Should you find yourself in need of legal representation along the Crystal Coast, I highly recommend Wes Collins."

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J. Newton

Litigation lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have followed Wes Collins since the beginning of his legal career. Wes is prepared in court, and is not afraid to use novel legal ideas in representing his clients. I have referred matters to Wes, have been on the same and opposite sides of cases with him, and have mediated and arbitrated cases for him. I endorse Wes Collins."

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William Bone

Litigation lawyer | Oct 07

Relationship: Friend

"I litigate cases in Florida. I've had clients in the past who have called me for recomendations about Trial lawyers in North Carolina. I met Wes Collins several years ago through other lawyers I know well in North Carolina. I've referred several clients to Wes and they were very pleased. He is aggressive in the kind of way you want your trial lawyer to be-without being unprofessional or rude. He is a gentleman and very much a native son of North Carolina. He has a large practice and handles cases in all of Eastern North Carolina including matters before the Supreme Court. I endorse and recommend Wes without hesitation."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1999 - Present

Partner, Harvell and Collins, P.A.

Associations

2009 - Present

Sound Bank Advisory Board

Vice President

2002 - Present

Craven County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member, Former Chairman Elder Law Section (Pro Bono)

1999 - Present

Carteret County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Garrou v. Maegens Bay

My client won and its costs and attorney fees were awarded and paid.

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Education

2000

North Carolina Central University School of Law

JD

Speaking Engagements

2008

Leon Mann Center

Estate Planning Seminar

Publications

2010

National Business Institute Seminar The Medicaid Spend Down

Languages

English

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