Karla M. Wood

Karla M. Wood

4.0
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Waynesville, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Domestic Violence, Criminal Defense, Elder Law

1446 Dellwood Rd, Waynesville, NC

About Karla

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 90%

Child Custody, Equitable Distribution, Support and Final Divorce

22 years

90%
Criminal Defense 3%

DWI, Assaults/Threats, Stalking

22 years

3%

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 22 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2003

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Karla M. Wood

1446 Dellwood Rd, Waynesville, NC, 28786-6914

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Karla M. Wood's Reviews

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4.0 /5.0

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Posted by Victoria | June 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Great Attorney

I hired Karla during an extremely difficult time in my life. I felt like I was fighting for my life and my children’s lives. Other consultations I went to pretty much all had the same answer and that was to suck it up and get over it. I heard she was fierce and would fight for us. Upon meeting her, ...and in the midst of my craziness, I knew that I could trust her! It was an immediate feeling I had and I trusted that! It wasn’t easy at all. But I faithfully saw Karla fight for us over and over again. In the end I was awarded full custody and a clean start 12 hours away. My life has immensely improved since then. I can say this; if you are a woman, you are afraid, you are not thinking right, and feel like you are loosing your mind… hire Karla and do what she says! Even if you don’t understand it just listen to her! She knows the law and she will fight for you. Trust the process fully! In the end she will protect you (as long as you listen and do what she says!) and fight for you until the end! I will always recommend Karla Wood!!! 100%!

Posted by Anna | June 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

She works hard for her clients.

She was hired by us for a child custody case. I was so scared about everything but she put me at ease and reassured me everything would be ok. She went above and beyond on this case and we had a great outcome. Would recommend or hire her again. Consider her our lawyer.

Posted by Reed | June 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Professional who will represent you well

I had a very unique case. My daughter was kidnapped at birth and taken to Mexico. This became a very long legal battle in order for full custody to be awarded to me by a tribal court. Ms. Wood fought long and hard to ensure I was awarded full custody so when my daughter was located and returned t...o the United States I was able to take custody of my daughter immediately without further legal issue. Ms. Wood is a US Armed forces veteran, intelligent and professional. I would recommend her to anyone.

Posted by Kim H | June 22, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Honest Attorney.

I have hire ,Ms.Wood several times. She is the Best Attorney in Waynesville. She has helped me through multiple legal issue.Such as a ticket to Workers Compensation. She was willing to always go the Extra mile to make sure my case was taken care of. I would recommend her for any and all legal matter...s.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Felt Fortunate to have Karla.

I hired Karla after an initial consultation as I knew I was about to get separated from my wife and it was going to be complicated. While I was scared about the process, I followed Karla's lead and she had me and my daughter's best interest at heart. While the process was daunting, I like how she... took the emotion out of the way she explained things and what actions were to be taken and why. I felt really fortunate to have her on my team. Divorce and custody arrangements are not fun, but would not have ended up where I am now with my daughter and my new life....without her. Thanks Karla.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

Honors

1989

Distinguished Military Graduate, The Johns Hopkins ROTC

1985

Valedictorian, Winthrop High School

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Attorney, Karla M Wood Attorney and Counselor at Law

Associations

2003 - Present

Haywood County Bar Association

Member

2022 - 2023

Haywood County Republican Party

General Counsel

Sample of Legal Cases

Domestic Violence

50B Restraining Order granted for 1 year! And children are protected as well

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Education

2003

Appalachian School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

The Johns Hopkins University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Haywood Commissioner's Meeting

Restrictions on Citizenry During Covid

Languages

English

Activity

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