A. Charles Ellis

Ward and Smith, P.A. Personal Injury

Raleigh, NC

North Carolina PI lawSOL: 3 yearsDV: recoverableRead North Carolina’s rules

41+ Years Experience

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About A.

Charles’ practice experience encompasses federal and state court litigation in various areas, including claims for wrongful death and serious personal injury. He has also litigated numerous cases involving complex insurance coverage issues, products liability, and professional malpractice. Charles is a frequent lecturer and has written extensively on a wide range of litigation topics, including “The Nuts and Bolts of Coverage Under the Homeowner Policy,” “Depositions . . . Advanced Civil Procedure,” and “Insurance Coverage for Intentional Acts and Punitive Damages.”

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Education

J.D.

Campbell Law School

A.B.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Awards & Recognition

Best Lawyers

2026

Best Lawyers

2025

Best Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer

2024

Best Lawyers

2023

Professional Associations

American Association for JusticeAmerican Bar Association - Sections: Litigation; Tort Trial and Insurance PracticeAmerican Board of Trial AdvocatesEastern North Carolina Inn of CourtLenoir Community College Paralegal Program, Advisory Board of DirectorsLiteracy Volunteers of America, Board of Directors: president 1999-2000North Carolina Advocates for Justice - Sections: Auto Torts; Professional NegligenceNorth Carolina Bar Association - Sections: General Practice; Health Law; Litigation (council member)Pitt Community College, Board of Trustees, ChairPitt Community College Foundation, Board of DirectorsPitt County Bar Association (past president)Pitt County Health Education Foundation, Board of Directors: president 1997-2000United Way, Board of Directors, 2016