J. Erik Groves

J. Erik Groves is an experienced attorney with more than 35 years of legal practice, providing trusted counsel to individuals, families, and businesses. Known for his practical approach and deep community roots, he embraces the role of a small-town lawyer while offering broad legal knowledge across multiple practice areas.

Mr. Groves earned his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1989. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1985, building a strong academic foundation that has supported decades of effective legal service.

Mr. Groves advises clients in estate planning, probate, corporate and business law, personal injury, wrongful death, automobile accident claims, and collection matters. His wide-ranging practice allows him to address both long-term planning needs and complex disputes, always with careful attention to detail and client objectives.

Throughout his career, Mr. Groves has remained committed to providing clear guidance and dependable representation. Clients value his ability to explain complex legal issues in practical terms and to develop solutions tailored to their unique circumstances, whether in transactional matters or litigation.

In addition to his legal work, Mr. Groves is actively involved in charitable and faith-based efforts. Alongside his wife, Elizabeth, he co-founded The Message For Mayans, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving indigenous Mayan communities in the Yucatán region of Mexico. This work reflects his commitment to service beyond the courtroom.

J. Erik Groves continues to practice law with professionalism, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility to both his clients and the community he serves.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Attorney, J. Erik Groves, PC
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• Wake Forest University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• The University of North Carolina
  BA in Political Science

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