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.

Sam Roberti is an experienced trial attorney who focuses his practice in the area of business litigation, business transactions, estate litigation and personal injury litigation. Samuel Roberti was born in Long Island, New York in 1951. He was admitted to the North Carolina Bar in 1975 and is licensed to practice before all North Carolina State Courts, the U.S.Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit, the US Court of Military Appeals and the US Court of Veterans' Appeals .

Dudley Witt is the attorney that other attorneys want as a partner in the courtroom. He’s adept at civil, criminal and business cases, and he possesses deep talent, an extraordinary work ethic and a wide-ranging knowledge of the law. Throughout his exceptional legal career, he’s been an attorney who thrives on handling complex cases and devising and delivering strategies that help clients in difficult situations. Dudley oversees the firm’s civil practice, ensuring that every client gets the benefits of his vast experience in preparing for trial or in negotiations for settlements. He has handled wrongful death suits, business disputes and civil racketeering cases, among others, representing clients in state and federal court. He is a gifted legal strategist who has successfully argued cases before the N.C. Court of Appeals and the N.C. Supreme Court. He also has an active practice representing attorneys before the N.C. State Bar and working with the firm’s other attorneys handling cases before the N.C. Judicial Standards Commission. Dudley was born in Napoleon, Ohio, where both his parents were attorneys. He received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University in 1980 and his J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1983. He joined the firm in 1988 and became a partner in 1990. He has an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and was selected as a Top-Rated Lawyer by Top Lawyers of North Carolina for 2014. Dudley is a frequent lecturer on legal ethics, disciplinary matters, and the interplay between civil and criminal proceedings. He has also been a supervising attorney for the clinical program at Wake Forest University School of Law.

Christina Rivenbark is the founder of Christina Rivenbark & Associates and has over 30 years’ experience protecting the rights of individuals charged with crimes and those who have been seriously injured in accidents in North Carolina. Christina grew up in Pender County and his lived in Wilmington since 1990.Christina graduated in 1987 from the University of North Carolina School of Law. She is a former claims attorney with a large insurance company in North Carolina and knows the process insurance companies use to settle claims with accident victims.

Attorney Bryant aggressively fights for legal rights! He is motivated by an unrelenting passion for justice and compassion for clients. He brings over 20 years of legal experience to the legal battlefront on behalf of clients. Your cause is our cause. Your concern is our concern. Your fight is our battle. As a client, you become a part of our law firm family. Call today (877) 277-9495.

James L. Henson graduated with Honors from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a B.A. degree in psychology and received his law degree as part of the Charter Class of Elon University School of Law with a litigation concentration. As part of a military family, Mr. Henson was raised in Jacksonville, North Carolina and currently resides in Wilmington.

Leeza has been practicing law since 2010 when she graduated from Pace University School of Law in White Plains, NY. She moved to North Carolina in 2021, and now focuses her practice on personal injury, criminal defense and estate planning and protection. Leeza has handled litigation from both the defense side and plaintiff’s side, and is ready to help clients obtain the best outcome with her compassionate yet tenacious approach to litigation.

Christopher L. “Chris” Oring is a dedicated litigation attorney at Christina Rivenbark & Associates, where he represents clients in criminal defense, traffic matters, expungements, and DMV-related issues throughout New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick Counties. With more than 25 years of legal experience, Chris is known for his calm, compassionate presence and his commitment to treating clients with dignity, respect, and understanding—values that align perfectly with our firm’s mission. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Chris received his Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Akron and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Toledo College of Law. While in law school, he served as Editor of the Law School Newspaper and gained diverse legal experience working with private firms and a State Court Appellate Judge. After moving to North Carolina in 1996, Chris began his career in Wilmington and soon opened the Law Firm of Chris Oring, where he spent 24 years representing clients across a wide range of legal matters. His work included criminal and traffic defense, personal injury, workers’ compensation, child support, DSS cases, DMV hearings, expungements, and general civil litigation. His commitment to service earned him annual statewide pro bono recognition, and in 2021, he was honored as North Carolina’s Criminal Defense Attorney of the Year by the North Carolina Business Journal. Chris briefly stepped into the pharmaceutical sector to broaden his professional experience, working with Parexel International and PPD. While he excelled in that role, he ultimately realized that his true passion remained in helping people directly through the justice system. In 2024, he returned to his calling and joined Christina Rivenbark & Associates, where his experience, empathy, and courtroom skill immediately made him a trusted advocate for our clients. Chris is a member of the North Carolina State Bar, North Carolina Bar Association, and North Carolina Advocates for Justice. He has also taught CLE courses statewide for more than 15 years, focusing on substance abuse and mental health in the legal profession, and remains active in the Lawyers Assistance Program. A Wilmington resident for nearly three decades, Chris is married with four children. Outside the office, he enjoys fishing, boating, painting, building Legos, and cheering on his favorite sports teams. His approachable nature and genuine love for people make him not just a strong attorney, but the kind of advocate clients feel comfortable turning to in some of life’s hardest moments.

Attorney Vance Jennings joined Brent Adams & Associates in 2004 and is now an owner/partner in the law firm. His practice mostly concentrates on Social Security Disability law, ERISA short and long-term disability claims, and private short and long-term disability claims. Vance is certified by the NC State Bar as a Board Certified Specialist in Social Security Disability law. Only a select number of attorneys receive this honor. It is not easy to become a Board Certified Social Security Benefits Specialist. Attorneys must pass a written test and take continuing education courses. They must be recommended by their peers and work substantially on cases in the Social Security Disability field. Attorney Jennings rose to the challenge and has been a specialist in this area of law since 2010. He uses his expert SSDI legal knowledge to prepare organized, strong cases for hearings and appeals. He has successfully represented thousands of clients.