C. Carter Wailes

C. Carter Wailes focuses his practice on insurance subrogation, collections, business law, and civil litigation. He helps clients address claims, recover losses, manage collection matters, and resolve disputes through practical legal strategies. His work includes matters that require careful review of facts, attention to documentation, and a clear understanding of legal and business concerns. Clients rely on his experience when they need steady guidance in matters involving financial recovery and civil disputes.

Mr. Wailes grew up in rural Louisiana before attending the University of Louisiana. His early academic interests led him to graduate study in music theory, and he earned both a master’s degree and a doctorate in music theory from Florida State University. He later earned his Juris Doctor from the T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond in 1984. This broad academic background supports his analytical approach to legal problem solving.

Mr. Wailes practiced as an educator before entering the legal profession, teaching college students music theory and developing strong communication skills. He has practiced law for more than twenty-five years, focusing on matters involving insurance subrogation, collections, business law, and civil litigation. His experience allows him to assist clients with evaluating claims, pursuing recovery, handling disputes, and addressing legal issues that affect business and financial interests.

C. Carter Wailes brings a disciplined and practical approach to each matter he handles. His background in teaching, analysis, and legal practice helps him explain complex issues clearly and prepare matters with care. He works with clients facing collection issues, subrogation claims, business concerns, and civil disputes. Through focused representation and sound judgment, he helps clients pursue practical solutions to important legal challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Chaplin & Gonet
• Member, Louisiana State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Louisiana

Education

• T.C. Williams School of Law at the University of Richmond
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Florida State University
  Masters & Doctorate in Music Theory
• University of Louisiana
  BA in Music Theory

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