W. Dudley Whitley, III

W. Dudley Whitley, III, is a litigation attorney with Battle Winslow, where he has practiced since 1990. Based in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, he represents clients in a wide range of civil litigation matters, including business disputes, construction litigation, fiduciary and caveat proceedings, and collections in state and federal courts.

Dudley earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from North Carolina State University in 1983. He later obtained his Juris Doctor from the Norman A. Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University in 1986, when the school was located in Buies Creek, North Carolina, establishing a strong foundation in litigation and legal advocacy.

Dudley’s practice spans North Carolina’s District and Superior Courts, as well as the North Carolina Business Court. He also regularly represents clients in the United States District Court and Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. His experience includes complex commercial disputes, creditor rights matters, and bankruptcy-related litigation.

In addition to traditional litigation, Dudley is trained in collaborative law and also practices in arbitration and mediation. His ability to resolve disputes through both adversarial and alternative methods enables him to tailor legal strategies to each client’s specific needs and goals.

Dudley is admitted to practice law in North Carolina, the United States District Court, and Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina, and the United States Supreme Court. He is actively involved in his community, having served as past president of the Rocky Mount Rotary Club, past president of Covenant Homes, and a past Elder at First Presbyterian Church of Rocky Mount.

W. Dudley Whitley, III, is known for his steady judgment, courtroom experience, and commitment to practical problem-solving. His approach emphasizes preparation, professionalism, and clear communication, providing clients with dependable representation throughout every stage of the legal process.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Battle Winslow
• Member, North Carolina Bar Association
• Member, North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys

Licensed State

• North Carolina

Education

• Norman A. Wiggins School of Law, Campbell University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• North Carolina State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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