Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
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Experienced Legal Representation in Wilmington NC
Collins Law Firm has dedicated over seven decades to providing comprehensive legal representation in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, traffic matters, and estate planning, with a commitment to client-centered advocacy. With licensed attorneys in North and South Carolina, we offer free consultations for personal injury cases handled on a contingency basis. Our team combines extensive trial experience with a personalized approach to navigate complex legal challenges.We prioritize client communication, offering 24/7 availability and emergency services for urgent matters. Our expertise extends across state lines, serving clients throughout southeastern North Carolina and South Carolina. By maintaining strong relationships with local courts and legal communities, we effectively advocate for favorable outcomes in both routine and complex cases.
Services
Personal Injury
Criminal Defense
DWI Traffic
Wills Estates
Workers Compensation
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 75 years of combined legal experience in North and South Carolina
- Free consultations for personal injury cases on a contingency basis
- 24/7 availability for emergency legal matters
- Experienced in handling complex cases across state lines
- Attorneys licensed in both North and South Carolina courts
Services
Personal Injury
Collins Law Firm represents clients in automobile accidents, wrongful death cases, and other personal injury matters. We handle insurance negotiations and litigation to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain suffering. Our contingency-based representation ensures no upfront costs for clients seeking justice for injuries caused by others' negligence.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients charged with misdemeanors and felonies including drug offenses, DUI/DWI, and traffic violations. Our approach focuses on protecting clients' rights, minimizing consequences, and exploring expungement opportunities. With experience in North and South Carolina courts, we provide strategic defense for both minor and serious criminal charges.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services include wills, advance directives, powers of attorney, and guardianship arrangements. We help clients create comprehensive plans for asset distribution, healthcare decisions, and minor child care. The firm also handles estate litigation and probate matters to ensure clients' wishes are properly executed.
Traffic Violations
We represent clients for traffic citations ranging from speeding tickets to serious violations. Our services include court appearances, penalty mitigation, and license suspension prevention. We offer free initial consultations and work to minimize insurance impacts and driving record consequences for both North Carolina and South Carolina traffic matters.
Workers Compensation
The firm assists injured workers with workers' compensation claims, including benefit negotiations and dispute resolution. We help clients navigate the complex claims process, ensure proper medical treatment access, and advocate for fair compensation for work-related injuries while protecting their legal rights under North Carolina law.
People
David B. Collins, Jr.
Attorney
Licensed since 1993 in North and South Carolina, David Collins specializes in personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. With extensive trial experience, he provides strategic legal representation while maintaining direct client access through 24/7 availability.
H. Mitchell Baker, III
Of Counsel
Licensed since 1976, Mitch Baker brings decades of legal experience to complex cases. His practice focuses on litigation support and specialized legal matters, complementing the firm's core services with additional expertise in challenging cases.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We handle cases throughout southeastern North Carolina including New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, and Onslow counties, as well as South Carolina for NC-licensed drivers.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free confidential consultations for personal injury and wrongful death cases, and free telephone consultations for minor traffic matters.
How are your fees structured?
Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency basis. Most criminal and traffic matters use a flat fee structure confirmed in writing before representation begins.
Can you help with emergency legal matters?
Yes, we offer 24/7 emergency services. You can page Attorney David Collins directly at 910-452-6530 for urgent legal assistance after hours.
What practice areas do you specialize in?
Our primary focus areas include personal injury, criminal defense, DWI/traffic violations, estate planning, and workers' compensation claims.
