Mr. Lea has served on the North Carolina Bar Association Family Council, a selected group of family lawyers that sets policy and recommends changes to family law on behalf of the North Carolina Bar Association. With an extensive background in civil litigation and domestic law, our lawyers know how to effectively try a case when and if the need arises.Mr. Mr. Lea also has created and continues to sponsor a scholarship each year at Cape Fear Community College.James W. Lea, Ryan Schultz, and Ashley Grim are committed to our clients and to our community. Mr. Lea’s 40 years working in Family Law and Civil Litigation matters, Mr. Schultz’s experience in corporate investigations, and Mrs. Grim’s keen eye for detail make for a powerful team. James Whild Lea is an English musician, most notable for playing bass guitar, keyboards, piano, violin, and guitar, and singing backing vocals in Slade from their inception until 1992, and for co-writing most of their songs. His critical cases include child custody and child support, post separation support and alimony, equitable distribution and termination of parental rights.Throughout his legal career, Mr. Lea has gained extensive knowledge in the intricacies of equitable distribution, including but not limited to the valuation of small closely held corporations, division and evaluation of pensions and other complex property issues that arise in family law litigation. James W. Lea III, Lea, practices extensively in the area of family law and has done so for most of his 40 year career in law. The firm prides itself on the organizational aspects of processing family law cases but takes more pride in the sensitivity, care and compassion in which we handle extremely difficult period of time for our clients.

With the combined experience, national recognition and reputation, the attorneys at Lea/Schultz will confidently create a successful resolution for your case.Divorce, even in the best of situations, means making tough choices about how to handle shared property. We understand the importance of attorney-client relationships, so we keep our caseloads small and only choose to work with clients with whom we feel a rapport.Our skills and experience allow us to serve the needs of the client and custom craft a solution that is right for your specific situation. Let’s schedule an initial consultation so we can learn more about each other and to see how we can help you and your situation.Copyright © 2017-2020 Lea/Schultz Law. We like our clients to feel as if they are with a second family during this emotionally difficult time and do everything possible  meet the needs and concerns of our individual clients.Mr. Mr. Lea has been rated preeminent by Martindate Hubbell since 1996, and is still adding to the multitude of accolades he has earned during this career.Many good lawyers can “handle” a case. James W. Lea III has 40 years of experience practicing law in the Wilmington, NC area.“Of course you look for a reasonable solution that benefits your client, but if not, you do not want paper lawyers litigating your case.”With 40 years of Family Law experience. James has 4 jobs listed on their profile. Attorney Jim Lea on Port City Daily.

Out of 100 cases that the North Carolina Bar Association has deemed the most important cases in family law — James W. Lea, III has been recognized for an astounding 15 cases. Mr. Lea has served on the North Carolina Bar Association Family Council, a selected group of family lawyers that sets policy and recommends changes to family law on behalf of the North Carolina Bar Association. All rights reserved. Business doesn’t always go smoothly. In a letter addressed to New Hanover and Pender County District Attorney Ben David, James Lea claims the armed group of people, all white, knocked on the door of the home of Monica Shepard late Sunday night. We can help. Mr. Lea is also the past President of the Residents of Old Wilmington, was the Chairman of fundraising for the YMCA and has served on the Board of Directors for the Opera Theatre Company, and on the Board of Directors for the Historic Wilmington Foundation. You’ve worked hard to build your business and now you’re having some legal issues.