Litigation associate practicing personal injury in Raleigh, NC for 5+ years. Experience with and skills attributed to preliminary case investigation, pre-litigation negotiations, and many aspects of personal injury litigation.

When you have been injured, there are laws that protect your rights and interests. At Whitley Law Firm in North Carolina, we have a great respect and concern for the law, for the concepts of fairness and justice, and for our seriously injured clients. We have offices in Charlotte, Raleigh, New Bern, Jacksonville, Kinston, and Greenville and represent clients throughout the entire state in all types of civil matters, including personal injury cases (auto accidents, slip and fall injuries, motorcycle accidents, dog bites), workers' compensation matters (workplace accidents and injuries) and social security cases. We are committed to the highest quality client service and one-on-one attention to each of our clients as we help them through this difficult time.

After years of legal work, attorney Brent Adams realized the area of law closest to his heart was representing ordinary, everyday people who had been hurt through no fault of their own. That’s why Brent Adams & Associates only represents people who suffered injuries as the result of someone else's wrongdoing – as well as the families of victims who suffered severe or fatal injuries. Attorney Adams has been active in the North Carolina legal community throughout his entire career as a trial lawyer and has been recognized by his peers as an outstanding attorney. He has an Avvo rating of 10 out of 10. His Avvo rating includes more than 15 peer endorsements and several client reviews. He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an honor held by fewer than 1% of trial lawyers. He is also the author of several books, including: “The Truth About Medical Malpractice Claims,” “How to Get Top Dollars For Your Workers' Comp Claim” and “Ten Costly Mistakes That Can Wreck Your North Carolina Case.” Our office makes these books available to all injured persons, whether they are clients or not. He completed both his undergraduate and Juris Doctorate degrees at Wake Forest University School of Law. Ready to fight for clients Attorney Adams has served on the boards of the Wake County Bar Association and the North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, eventually elected Secretary-Treasurer and Vice President of each, respectively. He was chosen to serve as the State Representative to the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the largest trial lawyer organization in the world. In an effort to share his knowledge with other attorneys, attorney Adams frequently lectures at trial lawyer groups. He has spoken at legal seminars sponsored by the North Carolina Bar Association, The Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Wake Forest University, The North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers, as well as the prestigious Melvin M. Belli Seminar. Before concentrating on exclusively representing injured victims, Adams successfully represented banks, insurance companies and individuals on cases ranging from murder, rape, drugs and white collar criminal cases to lawsuits involving real estate, business contracts, bankruptcy and tax matters. A dedicated family man, attorney Brent Adams knows the importance of family and protecting the rights of our dearest friends and loved ones. He represents people, not banks, businesses or insurance companies. Attorney Adams is happy to put his experience to work for those who were injured because of something that wasn't their fault.

Catherine was raised in Northampton County, North Carolina. She attended North Carolina State University and later went to North Carolina Central School of Law to obtain her J.D. She is truly passionate about her clients and works diligently to minimize the impact the justice system can have on their lives. Even while attending NCCU School of Law, Catherine was dedicated to defending the rights of those accused of crimes. As a third-year law student, Catherine participated in the law school criminal Defense clinic, where she represented clients accused of criminal charges in Durham County under the supervision of a licensed attorney. She also was one of the first students to intern with Legal Aid’s Second Chance Initiative assisting clients in Wilson, Durham, and Wake County with North Carolina Expungements and certificates of relief. Catherine worked in the Durham County Public Defender’s Office for three and a half years where her primary practice was DWI and Traffic, Felony and Misdemeanor Probation Violation and District and superior criminal court. Due to her time in Durham’s Public Defender’s Office, she gained extensive trial and courtroom knowledge and knows her way around the courtroom. Catherine is the mother of twins that love to keep her busy. As a family, they enjoy movies, cooking, and exercising. One of their favorite past times is riding to the beach to go to the aquarium and visiting family in Northampton County. Catherine enjoys working out and is even certified as a personal trainer and nutrition professional.

Attorney Chris Wencker grew up in Littleton, Colorado. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona. Prior to law school, he received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Thomas Edison State College, an Associate of Applied Science in Communications Applications Technology from the Community College of the Air Force, and a diploma in Chinese (Mandarin) from the Defense Language Institute. Chris also served in the United States Air Force for seven years. Following law school, Chris spent eight years working as an Associate Attorney for a small law firm in Tucson, Arizona. In January 2011, Chris became a solo practitioner, establishing the Law Office of Christopher Wencker, PLC in Tucson. In August 2012, Chris moved his office to Phoenix, Arizona. Chris was President of the Huntingdon County Bar Association from 2015 to 2017. He obtained his license to practice law in North Carolina earlier this year. He enjoys hiking with his dog Cleo in his spare time and also has a 3rd Degree Blackbelt in Jiu Jitsu.

Attorney Diana Devine was born in Queens, New York, and initially raised in Staten Island, New York, but moved to rural northeastern North Carolina at age 13 and attended Perquimans County High School in Hertford, North Carolina. She knew she wanted to be a lawyer since she was eight years old. Whenever she was asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, she would answer with confidence, “A lawyer!”. She graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from East Carolina University in 2004. Diana jumped right into the legal field, working as a paralegal and law firm administrator for a general practice law firm in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, for over ten years. She gained invaluable experience in practice areas such as personal injury, civil litigation, criminal defense, workers’ compensation, real estate, domestic law, and much more. She continued her legal career by attending Regent University School of Law in Virginia Beach, Virginia. She graduated in May 2018 and swiftly passed the July 2018 North Carolina State Bar on her first try. She began working here at Brent Adams & Associates after passing the Bar in August 2018. As a student in law school, she received several honors and scholarships, such as the Academic Merit Award, Dean’s Scholarship Award, and even a Book Award. She also participated in several groups and competitions, such as Moot Court, Alternative Dispute Resolution Competitions, Trial Advocacy, PILAR, Christian Legal Society, American Bar Associations Law Student Division, and Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International. As an attorney, Diana is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Wake County Bar, 10th District Bar, and the American Association for Justice. Attorney Diana Devine is admitted to practice law in the United States District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina, and the United States District Court, Middle District of North Carolina. She will be admitted to practice in the United States District Court, Western District of North Carolina, and the North Carolina Supreme Court in the near future. She wishes to argue in front of the United States Supreme Court one day so that admittance will come next.

Gene Riddle is a founding member and managing partner of Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers, a law firm that employs 9 attorneys with over 160 years of combined legal experience. Gene is quick to stress his family’s deep North Carolina ties. A Stanly County native, he grew up in Aberdeen after moving from Albemarle. He has practiced law in North Carolina since September 1985. Gene’s parents were both educators. His father, a longtime superintendent of Moore County Schools, encouraged him to go to law school after college. Today, Gene believes honesty, integrity and willingness to work hard are the bedrock principles of a good attorney. That is what he and the other lawyers at Riddle & Riddle provide to their injured clients. Gene spends much of his time reviewing cases as well as instructing and supervising attorneys and paralegals. However, he also continues to directly handle cases as the lead attorney and he touches most of the personal injury cases that come into the firm. Gene takes on cases that involve serious personal injury in car accidents, truck accidents, dog bites, premises liability, wrongful death and violations of Constitutional Rights. In every case, Gene’s objective is obtaining an outcome that his client believes is fair. Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers serve in surrounding areas of North Carolina, including Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, Charlotte, and more. “The client’s goals are most important,” he says. “That has to be measured by what’s reasonable and what’s fair. Our guiding star is fairness. We’re about fairness. Justice counts.” Gene’s legal accomplishments have earned him several professional honors from his legal peers, including the 2014 Litigator Award. He also has a high AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell as well as designation among the Best Attorneys of America and the American Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Additionally, he earned membership in the Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forums, based on verdicts won and settlements reached. Gene and his wife have two daughters and several pets, including a Westie named "Otis” who has been featured in several videos for the firm. Church activities are also an important part of their lives. In his free time, Gene enjoys several sports, including tennis, golf and skiing. *** Disclaimer: An attorney must meet certain requirements to join these organizations or receive these awards. For more information on Membership Criteria for Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, visit our Membership Criteria page. These awards and memberships should not be construed as a promise or guarantee of a similar result. Each case is different and must be evaluated separately.

Vincent-Pope Law Firm is dedicated to providing outstanding legal representation to residents of Wake, Durham, Orange, Johnston, and Chatham County, as well as clients throughout North Carolina. We understand that being involved in litigation can be a stressful and disconcerting situation for many clients, so we strive to make the process as easy and comprehensible as possible. We also understand that when clients hire an attorney, they are often experiencing serious personal and professional difficulties, which can have devastating effects on their whole family. Our goal is to ensure that our clients and their loved ones trust that they can count on us not only for reliable and efficient legal representation but also for a caring approach and compassionate and sensitive handling of their situation. We are readily available on an ongoing basis to walk our clients through each step of the legal process, to fully explain all possible options, and to make recommendations as to the best course of action to pursue, in order to obtain the best possible outcome.

Linda B. Green graduated from the University of Arkansas School of Law in 2013. Prior to joining Oliver & Cheek, PLLC, she worked as a Staff Attorney to the Honorable Richard D. Taylor, Chief Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas. Ms. Green is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the Wake County Bar Association and the North Carolina Bar Association Bankruptcy Section. Her primary practice will be in our Raleigh, NC office.

Attorney Lindsey D. Granados is an experienced trial lawyer and seasoned litigator who advocates tirelessly for her clients. She truly cares for the well-being of her clients, and her compassion and desire to see justice in action motivates her to seek the best possible outcome in each case. Over the course of her career, Lindsey has tried hundreds of District Court cases—infractions, misdemeanors of every variety, DWIs—and numerous high-level felony criminal jury trials to verdict in Superior Court. Lindsey Granados formed Granados Law Group, PLLC in January 2023 when her law partner, Wiley Nickel, was elected to serve North Carolina in Congress. Although our name and location have changed, GLG remains committed to providing high-quality legal services to our clients! Prior to the name change, Lindsey Granados was recently named Partner in the firm of Nickel & Granados, PLLC. When Lindsey Granados initially joined The Law Offices of Wiley Nickel, PLLC in 2020, she expanded the firm’s areas of representation to include high-level felonies like drug offenses/trafficking, sex offenses, felony hit & run, habitual felon offenses, felony domestic violence offenses and child abuse offenses, federal crimes, and sex offender registry termination petitions, just to name a few. Presently, Granados Law Group routinely handles ALL criminal matters from the smallest traffic tickets to DWIs, drug charges, assaults, to robbery, sex crimes, and even murder charges. If you have any kind of criminal case, Granados Law Group and its team of experienced litigators and staff can help you. The firm also takes great pride in our statewide expungement practice, and each year, our firm helps hundreds of individuals reclaim their criminal records from past mistakes. Ms. Granados was born and raised in Seminole, Oklahoma. She graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University, located in Shawnee, Oklahoma with a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with honors, magna cum laude. Lindsey then moved halfway across the country to attend law school at Stetson University College of Law in Gulfport, Florida. Desiring to be closer to some extended family in the area, Lindsey moved directly to North Carolina the day after graduating from law school, and she can’t imagine ever leaving her adopted home state of North Carolina. Lindsey is married to her college sweetheart, Ian, and they are the proud parents of a soon-to-be teenager. The Granados family attends Raleigh Chinese Christian Church, located in Cary, where Lindsey is very active and involved in Sunday school and the church music ministry, where she enjoys singing and helping lead worship in the church’s praise band. Regarding professional engagement, Ms. Granados presently serves on the Boards of the Wake Women Attorneys and the Wake County Academy of Criminal Trial Lawyers, having also previously been elected President of both organizations. For many years, Ms. Granados has also been involved with the Wake County Bar Association CLE Committee and now serves on the Grievance Committee as well. Previously, Lindsey volunteered as the co-chair of the NCAJ High School Mock Trial Competition for over a decade, running a regional competition for high school students learning about our system of laws. In 2021, Lindsey was appointed by then Chief Justice Cheri Beasley to serve on the North Carolina Sentencing Policy Advisory Commission (SPAC) as a representative of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, representing the criminal defense attorney voices from across the State in a multi-disciplinary commission that advises the State Legislature on the impact of changes to sentencing laws. Commissioner Granados has been subsequently re-appointed by Chief Justice Paul Newby to continue serving in this role for a 3rd term with the SPAC, which meets quarterly. As North Carolina courts transtioned to eCourts, Ms. Granados was invited to serve on the eCourts implementation team for Wake County, and she provided valuable input on behalf of the local and statewide criminal defense bar regarding the Pilot County rollout, which led to the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ) awarding Lindsey the "Ebbie Award" in 2023 for her service to the organization updating members as to the continual changes that were taking place. Most recently, Ms. Granados was nominated to serve on the Board of Trustees for the NCAJ, and she is excited to participate and help steer the direction of the affinity bar organization moving forward. In addition to her extensive experience defending people accused of crimes, Ms. Granados also previously served as an Assistant District Attorney in Wake County. Lindsey’s experience on both sides of the aisle gives her a well-rounded perspective when she approaches a case, and she utilizes her relationships in the courthouse to advocate tirelessly for her clients’ rights. When you are charged with a criminal offense, you need an attorney who will walk with you every step of the way, demystifying the criminal court process, which can often be confusing, overwhelming, and even scary. More importantly, you deserve to have a lawyer who will fight for your rights and defend you well. Call Granados Law Group at 919=650-2851 to set up a consultation with Attorney Lindsey D. Granados today!