Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Eastern North Carolina
At Corwin & Curtis, we prioritize understanding our clients' unique legal challenges to craft strategic solutions tailored to their needs. As a small family-run firm with over 15 years of combined experience in Eastern North Carolina, our attorneys and paralegals deliver high-quality representation across Family Law, Criminal Law, Traffic Violations, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury. We emphasize compassionate professionalism, offering personalized attention through free initial consultations and flexible payment plans.Our track record of successful outcomes reflects our commitment to client-centered advocacy, supported by efficient processes that maintain affordability without compromising excellence. With offices in Havelock and Morehead City, we serve Craven, Carteret, and Pamlico Counties, combining local knowledge with sophisticated legal expertise.
Services
Family Law
Criminal Defense
Traffic Tickets
Personal Injury
Bankruptcy
Wills & Estates
Debt Defense
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Our attorneys have over 15 years of combined legal experience in Eastern North Carolina
- We provide personal attention on every case with direct attorney communication
- Free initial consultations for all case evaluations
- Payment plans available to ensure accessible legal representation
- Proven success in complex family, criminal, and personal injury cases
What people say
Highly recommended
Great service and affordable
Most honest firm
Lifesavers
Forever grateful
Services
Family Law
Our family law practice handles divorce, child custody, adoption, and related matters with compassionate advocacy. We prioritize clients' needs while navigating North Carolina's legal complexities to protect familial relationships and assets. With personalized strategies, we resolve cases through negotiation or litigation to achieve favorable outcomes.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges across state and federal courts. Our approach combines thorough investigation, witness interviews, and strategic defense planning to reduce sentences or dismiss charges. We represent clients in drug crimes, violent offenses, and juvenile cases with aggressive advocacy.
Personal Injury
Victims of accidents receive representation for compensation claims covering medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional trauma. We handle auto accidents, slip-and-fall cases, and wrongful death claims to secure fair settlements. Our focus ensures clients prioritize recovery while we manage legal complexities.
Bankruptcy
We guide clients through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy options to resolve financial crises. Services include creditor negotiations, petition filing, and court representation to discharge debts or restructure payments. Our affordable fees prioritize long-term financial stability for individuals in crisis.
Traffic Tickets
Our defense against traffic violations minimizes license points and insurance impacts. We negotiate citations for speeding, reckless driving, and license restoration cases with court representation to reduce penalties or dismiss charges through strategic legal arguments.
People
Jessie Corwin
Attorney at Law
With 15+ years in Eastern North Carolina, Jessie handles criminal defense, bankruptcy, and personal injury cases. A BYU Law graduate, she combines legal expertise with compassionate advocacy, founding the firm in 2009 after diverse international legal experience.
John E. R. Curtis II
Attorney at Law
Specializing in family law since 2016, John joined the firm after graduating near the top of his class at North Carolina Central University. He focuses on divorce, child custody, and estate planning, emphasizing client education and strategic resolution.
Beth Curtis
Office Manager
Managing daily operations since 2016, Beth ensures smooth client interactions with her organizational expertise. Her educational background in training and office management maintains the firm's efficient, welcoming environment for all clients.
Shawnee OYenik
Family Law Paralegal
A certified North Carolina notary since 2011, Shawnee specializes in family law paralegal work. Her client-focused approach assists with complex domestic cases, leveraging over a decade of experience in legal documentation and case management.
Caleb Curtis
Office Jester
The firm's welcoming presence since childhood, Caleb maintains a positive atmosphere through his interactions with clients and staff. As the son of John and Beth Curtis, he embodies the family-oriented culture central to the firm's identity.
Questions
What areas of law does Corwin & Curtis specialize in?
We specialize in Family Law, Criminal Defense, Traffic Violations, Bankruptcy, and Personal Injury cases across Eastern North Carolina.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for all case types except family law matters which have a $450 fee.
How long does a typical legal case take?
Case duration depends on complexity and court schedules. Your attorney will provide estimated timelines during your initial consultation based on your specific circumstances.
Are payment plans available for legal services?
Yes, we offer flexible payment plans to ensure accessible legal representation for all clients in financial need.
Do you handle cases in multiple North Carolina counties?
We represent clients throughout Craven, Carteret, and Pamlico Counties with local court knowledge and regional expertise.
Can I get my traffic ticket dismissed?
Our attorneys negotiate traffic violations to reduce penalties or dismiss charges when possible, as demonstrated in recent client success cases.
