A. Charles Ellis

A. Charles Ellis is a seasoned personal injury attorney whose practice centers on complex federal and state court litigation. His work includes wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims, with an emphasis on careful case preparation, strategic advocacy, and results-driven representation for individuals, families, and institutional clients facing high-exposure disputes.

Ellis earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Campbell Law School, where he served on the Campbell University Law Review. He completed his undergraduate education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, developing a strong academic foundation that supports his analytical approach to litigation and legal problem-solving.

Ellis’s practice experience spans medical malpractice, product liability, professional negligence, and complex insurance coverage disputes. Ellis has represented clients in matters resulting in substantial recoveries, including multi-million-dollar resolutions involving healthcare providers, catastrophic motor vehicle collisions, aviation accidents, and insurance contribution and coverage litigation across North Carolina courts.

In addition to active litigation, Ellis is a frequent lecturer and legal author. He has written extensively on advanced litigation topics, including insurance coverage interpretation, civil procedure, depositions, and punitive damages, contributing to continuing legal education and professional development for attorneys statewide.

Ellis maintains active involvement in numerous professional and civic organizations, including trial advocacy, bar associations, and educational boards. His service reflects leadership in both the legal profession and the broader community, supporting legal education, healthcare initiatives, and public service institutions.

A. Charles Ellis is widely recognized for professional excellence, earning long-standing distinctions from leading legal publications and peer-reviewed organizations. Clients benefit from his depth of experience, courtroom skill, and disciplined approach to complex litigation, particularly in cases requiring sophisticated legal strategy, thorough preparation, and trusted advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ward and Smith, P.A.
• Member, American Association for Justice
• Member, American Bar Association — Sections: Litigation; Tort Trial & Insurance Practice
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Member, Eastern North Carolina Inn of Court
• Member, North Carolina Advocates for Justice — Sections: Auto Torts; Professional Negligence
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association — Sections: General Practice; Health Law; Litigation (council member)
• Past President, Pitt County Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• Campbell Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD) Cum Laude
• The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  AB

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