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Woody White

Wilmington, NC

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Criminal Defense

Language

English

About

  As a lifelong resident of Southeastern North Carolina, Woody White has devoted his professional career to serving in his community, and working tirelessly for his clients.  As a former North Carolina State Senator, he understands the legislative process, and the real impact the laws have on the day to day lives of people.  Woody spend almost every day in court, fighting for the rights and liberties we cherish as Americans.    He is also active in the local community, serving as a New Hanover County Commissioner from 2012-2020.  Woody was re-elected in 2016 receiving the most votes in a 6 way race for a second 4 year term.  Serving in local government has given him a unique perspective on the needs of our community and it helps him understand his clients individual circumstances.  He is also a Board Certified Specialist in State AND Federal Criminal Law.  Let Woody White help you navigate the uncertain waters of the criminal justice system.

Practices Areas

Criminal Defense

Litigation

Personal Injury

Language

English

Contact

Woody White Law PLLC2004 Eastwood RoadSuite #201Wilmington, NC, 28403

Office: (910) 239-8139

Website: N/A

Reviews

Tyler
February 18, 2011

In the spring of 2008, my freshman year in college, I was hit by a drunk driver while driving two friends home from a party. One of the passengers was killed in the wreck. The other passenger and I suffered from traumatic injuries. Mr. White was highly recommended by my doctor. My case was handled diligently. Mr. White was adept in dealing with the insurance companies and guided me through every step of the process. At no point was I unaware of where my case stood. I received ample notification from Mr. White's office on the status of my case. Furthermore, I was always able to get in touch with Mr. White whenever I had questions concerning the case. I think the best aspect of working with Mr. White was his kindness and empathy. He handled my case with compassion and helped make the best of a tragic situation. When I walk into his office now, I feel like I am visiting a trusted friend. He always had my best interest in mind. Even after the case was settled, he showed concern for my well being. Mr. White was successful in settling my case with the insurance company. He was thoughtful in his approach and helped me receive full compensation for my injuries. I cannot express enough gratitude for his help. Having his representation allowed me to focus healing physically and emotionally without the legal concerns. There are not enough kind words to say about him. I would recommend Mr. White's services to anybody. In fact, I have had several college friends represented by him in different cases, one involving a roommate of mine. In every case, he took care of my friends and was successful in providing legal advice.

anonymous
March 6, 2012

Our family was referred to Woody White for some personal legal issues. We were extremely pleased with all aspects of his service . Woody White was very professional, yet caring, honest and open. He and his staff always treated us with the utmost respect. Woody White is a very intelligent and effective attorney. We were more than pleased with the results of his efforts. Based on the experience our family observed, we would strongly recommend Woody White and the entire staff at White & Hearne.

Jess
January 8, 2022

Woody and John Phillips were a fantastic help in resolving a legal issue that came up. Woody's secretary, Jan, was prompt to answer all concerns and my case outcome greatly exceeded my expectations. Overall very pleased with my experience and would recommend Woody & John to anyone who needs expert law services.

Noah
June 4, 2020

My wife, her parents, and I were hit by a drunk driver. The accident resulted in the death of my mother-in-law, the premature birth of my son, and serious injuries to the rest of us. We hired Mr. White to handle our insurance claims. He was professional and compassionate, even showing up to support us at hearings for the criminal case against the other driver. Mr. White negotiated with five different insurance companies to get us the maximum settlement. Our medical bills amounted to over $150,000, but he was able to settle with our insurance for around $12,000. On top of that, he also secured a settlement for our minor child that was over and above the limits of our policy. Throughout our case Woody kept us informed of what was going on and always answered any questions we had. I highly recommend Mr. White.

Summer
December 7, 2018

As a mother who has been in the trenches both professionally and a mother fighting the war on drugs, found herself with a son who for over a decade fighting prison and addiction. As a last ditch effort (after all went wrong) my son again was on the wrong side. I have had society telling me to walk away. As a mother it is not easy. It took me almost a month trying to say, "walk away", throw the keys away, be done!! Then one morning early I got up and said no!! I will find someone for once who will support me!! I did just exactly that!! I was scared to death!!! But this time I knew I could not do it alone!!! I found Woody White. I thought he would be just like all the others in the past! Get it done and over with, put my son in prison, let me take your monies and then be done with you and your addict son! This is a decade of a sick young man who is good when sober. If you are reading this, you know that I speak the truth. This was in fact the total opposite of Mr. White. He knew the pain in my eyes, on my face, as well as his staff. They felt the tears and heartache! They treated me and my son like we were family. Mr. White and his staff never judged my son nor myself. They knew he came from a good home. And if he did not, they did not care! My recommendations to all family members who are need of legal defense for family members who are in trouble with the Judicial System (especially while young or decades of addiction) Please call Mr. White and his staff today. I write this from the heart! Thank you. There is hope............

anonymous
May 23, 2018

My corporate office is in another state, however the complaint against my company was in NC and I had to hire someone from there. Not knowing anyone from there or which direction to turn, I read the reviews and called Woody and flew down to meet him. Within the first 10 minutes I knew I had chosen the right person to represent my company. Professional, knowledgeable, thorough, are all understatements. My business is not common and Woody did everything to learn my business so that he could represent me in the best way possible. Everything was done via phone or email to prepare for the case, but it was as smooth as if I was there. I highly recommend Woody to an individual or business.

Lee
December 8, 2017

We found Woody when time was of the essence, he immediately responded and hiring him was a godsend. He was empathetic, professional, very competent and most of all, trustworthy. Our outcome was very positive and we are grateful for the work he performed.

anonymous
August 25, 2017

Our son was faced with a charge that seemed to not quite connect to the actual traffic stop that occurred in the fall of 2016. Mr. White met with us to discuss the situation and explained the options, as well as, the potential upcoming court proceedings so that we fully understood the process. Mr. White reviewed the affidavit and the traffic report that was submitted by the officer and confirmed that there were inconsistencies in the actions that brought about the charge. Ultimately, the case was dismissed based on violations of the 4th Amendment of the Constitution. Although young adults, very often, make bad decisions, we were hopeful that Mr. White would help to clear the charges brought against our son so that he could have a second chance. During the entire process, Mr. White was honest and professional with us and provided communication that was timely and informational. In the courtroom, we were very anxious about the potential outcome, however, the manner in which Mr. White defended our son and presented our case left us feeling relieved that our son’s name was cleared, and he was justified, in relation to the manner in which the officer came to conduct the traffic stop. Hopefully, we will never require additional legal counsel, but if we do, we will certainly call on Mr. White, once again. – Apex, NC

Steve
August 22, 2017

There are only a few people whom I meet or work with these days that I'd toss my uniform back on and do battle in foreign lands on their behalf... I'd go to hell and back for Woody I have known Mr. White for six years now, from the time I first engaged his firm to assist with a particular portion of a corporate case to working with him during his campaign for the 7th Congressional District of North Carolina. Mr. White has always been the consummate professional, always staying on the right side of the line and always as a Southern Gentlemen. Since retiring from the Marine Corps and working in corporate America I have seen legal staff from all walks of life, I consider Mr. White among the best of the best. He's a true Patriotic American who knows the law, and its application sometimes even better than the very folks who wrote it. Anyone seeking the finest legal professional to assist with any legal matter should contact Mr. White.

anonymous
March 30, 2016

I recently used Mr. White's legal services involving a car accident I was in last year. I found Woody and his team to be extremely professional and on their game. They were very clear in what they needed from me, and took care of the rest. Woody provided timely updates as they became available and I felt comfortable knowing that he was handling my situation. Lastly, I was extremely pleased with the outcome of my situation. I would recommend Woody White and his team to my family and friends.

Tyler
February 18, 2011

In the spring of 2008, my freshman year in college, I was hit by a drunk driver while driving two friends home from a party. One of the passengers was killed in the wreck. The other passenger and I suffered from traumatic injuries. Mr. White was highly recommended by my doctor. My case was handled diligently. Mr. White was adept in dealing with the insurance companies and guided me through every step of the process. At no point was I unaware of where my case stood. I received ample notification from Mr. White's office on the status of my case. Furthermore, I was always able to get in touch with Mr. White whenever I had questions concerning the case. I think the best aspect of working with Mr. White was his kindness and empathy. He handled my case with compassion and helped make the best of a tragic situation. When I walk into his office now, I feel like I am visiting a trusted friend. He always had my best interest in mind. Even after the case was settled, he showed concern for my well being. Mr. White was successful in settling my case with the insurance company. He was thoughtful in his approach and helped me receive full compensation for my injuries. I cannot express enough gratitude for his help. Having his representation allowed me to focus healing physically and emotionally without the legal concerns. There are not enough kind words to say about him. I would recommend Mr. White's services to anybody. In fact, I have had several college friends represented by him in different cases, one involving a roommate of mine. In every case, he took care of my friends and was successful in providing legal advice.

anonymous
March 6, 2012

Our family was referred to Woody White for some personal legal issues. We were extremely pleased with all aspects of his service . Woody White was very professional, yet caring, honest and open. He and his staff always treated us with the utmost respect. Woody White is a very intelligent and effective attorney. We were more than pleased with the results of his efforts. Based on the experience our family observed, we would strongly recommend Woody White and the entire staff at White & Hearne.

Jess
January 8, 2022

Woody and John Phillips were a fantastic help in resolving a legal issue that came up. Woody's secretary, Jan, was prompt to answer all concerns and my case outcome greatly exceeded my expectations. Overall very pleased with my experience and would recommend Woody & John to anyone who needs expert law services.

Noah
June 4, 2020

My wife, her parents, and I were hit by a drunk driver. The accident resulted in the death of my mother-in-law, the premature birth of my son, and serious injuries to the rest of us. We hired Mr. White to handle our insurance claims. He was professional and compassionate, even showing up to support us at hearings for the criminal case against the other driver. Mr. White negotiated with five different insurance companies to get us the maximum settlement. Our medical bills amounted to over $150,000, but he was able to settle with our insurance for around $12,000. On top of that, he also secured a settlement for our minor child that was over and above the limits of our policy. Throughout our case Woody kept us informed of what was going on and always answered any questions we had. I highly recommend Mr. White.

Summer
December 7, 2018

As a mother who has been in the trenches both professionally and a mother fighting the war on drugs, found herself with a son who for over a decade fighting prison and addiction. As a last ditch effort (after all went wrong) my son again was on the wrong side. I have had society telling me to walk away. As a mother it is not easy. It took me almost a month trying to say, "walk away", throw the keys away, be done!! Then one morning early I got up and said no!! I will find someone for once who will support me!! I did just exactly that!! I was scared to death!!! But this time I knew I could not do it alone!!! I found Woody White. I thought he would be just like all the others in the past! Get it done and over with, put my son in prison, let me take your monies and then be done with you and your addict son! This is a decade of a sick young man who is good when sober. If you are reading this, you know that I speak the truth. This was in fact the total opposite of Mr. White. He knew the pain in my eyes, on my face, as well as his staff. They felt the tears and heartache! They treated me and my son like we were family. Mr. White and his staff never judged my son nor myself. They knew he came from a good home. And if he did not, they did not care! My recommendations to all family members who are need of legal defense for family members who are in trouble with the Judicial System (especially while young or decades of addiction) Please call Mr. White and his staff today. I write this from the heart! Thank you. There is hope............

anonymous
May 23, 2018

My corporate office is in another state, however the complaint against my company was in NC and I had to hire someone from there. Not knowing anyone from there or which direction to turn, I read the reviews and called Woody and flew down to meet him. Within the first 10 minutes I knew I had chosen the right person to represent my company. Professional, knowledgeable, thorough, are all understatements. My business is not common and Woody did everything to learn my business so that he could represent me in the best way possible. Everything was done via phone or email to prepare for the case, but it was as smooth as if I was there. I highly recommend Woody to an individual or business.

Lee
December 8, 2017

We found Woody when time was of the essence, he immediately responded and hiring him was a godsend. He was empathetic, professional, very competent and most of all, trustworthy. Our outcome was very positive and we are grateful for the work he performed.

anonymous
August 25, 2017

Our son was faced with a charge that seemed to not quite connect to the actual traffic stop that occurred in the fall of 2016. Mr. White met with us to discuss the situation and explained the options, as well as, the potential upcoming court proceedings so that we fully understood the process. Mr. White reviewed the affidavit and the traffic report that was submitted by the officer and confirmed that there were inconsistencies in the actions that brought about the charge. Ultimately, the case was dismissed based on violations of the 4th Amendment of the Constitution. Although young adults, very often, make bad decisions, we were hopeful that Mr. White would help to clear the charges brought against our son so that he could have a second chance. During the entire process, Mr. White was honest and professional with us and provided communication that was timely and informational. In the courtroom, we were very anxious about the potential outcome, however, the manner in which Mr. White defended our son and presented our case left us feeling relieved that our son’s name was cleared, and he was justified, in relation to the manner in which the officer came to conduct the traffic stop. Hopefully, we will never require additional legal counsel, but if we do, we will certainly call on Mr. White, once again. – Apex, NC

Steve
August 22, 2017

There are only a few people whom I meet or work with these days that I'd toss my uniform back on and do battle in foreign lands on their behalf... I'd go to hell and back for Woody I have known Mr. White for six years now, from the time I first engaged his firm to assist with a particular portion of a corporate case to working with him during his campaign for the 7th Congressional District of North Carolina. Mr. White has always been the consummate professional, always staying on the right side of the line and always as a Southern Gentlemen. Since retiring from the Marine Corps and working in corporate America I have seen legal staff from all walks of life, I consider Mr. White among the best of the best. He's a true Patriotic American who knows the law, and its application sometimes even better than the very folks who wrote it. Anyone seeking the finest legal professional to assist with any legal matter should contact Mr. White.

anonymous
March 30, 2016

I recently used Mr. White's legal services involving a car accident I was in last year. I found Woody and his team to be extremely professional and on their game. They were very clear in what they needed from me, and took care of the rest. Woody provided timely updates as they became available and I felt comfortable knowing that he was handling my situation. Lastly, I was extremely pleased with the outcome of my situation. I would recommend Woody White and his team to my family and friends.