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Thanks in advance for taking the time to read about me and my practice. There's no executive mahogany intimidating desk here, I'm a down to earth, approachable professional who is focused on you and your goals. We discuss all available avenues to approach your legal issue(s), not just litigation. However, if litigation is what is needed, I have 22 years of experience in all family law matters as well as criminal defense. Former Asst. Public Defender.
Waterfalls are a passion of mine. Every chance I get, my beloved dog, Yankee Doodle, and I are out chasing them. Walking in the woods is also a greay way to keep a balanced life.
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Chat withState: North Carolina
Acquired: 2003
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1446 Dellwood Rd, Waynesville, NC, 28786-6914
8 Client Reviews
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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...
Posted by anonymous | June 13, 2026 | Hired Attorney
Fights for YOUR RIGHTS
Karla is a fierce attorney fighting for her clients and their rights. She went above and beyond on a Friday night after office hours to insure my 50B was enforced.
Posted by David | November 04, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very poor choice for an attorney
I hired her based upon a recommendation to consult the law firm that she was with at that time. After hiring an paying her approximately 6000.00 dollars, she lost my case by according to the court she never properly entered the defense she was attempting to argue. When I ask her about negotiating and...
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1989
Distinguished Military Graduate, The Johns Hopkins ROTC
1985
Valedictorian, Winthrop High School
2003 - Present
Attorney, Karla M Wood Attorney and Counselor at Law
2003 - Present
Haywood County Bar AssociationMember
2022 - 2023
Haywood County Republican PartyGeneral Counsel
50B Restraining Order granted for 1 year! And children are protected as well
2003
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2020
Restrictions on Citizenry During Covid
English
Legal Answers
I need to file for separation in NC . Immediately.
23 Jun 2026
What can I do if my ex husband is refusing to talk to me about our child's extracurricular activity?
16 Jun 2026
False protective order
08 Jun 2026