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Bankruptcy Lawyers in Wilson, NC: 2026 rankings

23 bankruptcy lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Highest LFR Score in Wilson: Law Offices of John T. Orcutt, LFR Score 74/100; 4.8★ from 323 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Open 24 hours (per Google): Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 23.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh, 232 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 23 ranked after Law Offices of John T. Orcutt; ranked #2.

Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

23 Wilson bankruptcy lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 3 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 23 rated law firms.

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson at a glance

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

Top 10 bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson at a glance
RankBusinessLFR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursNotable for
1Law Offices of John T. Orcutt744.8★ (323)WilsonOpen 24 hrs (Google)Top score
2Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh684.9★ (232)Raleigh, 36 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)Open 24 hours, Most reviews
3Gillespie & Murphy, P.A.654.9★ (59)Greenville, 31 mi awayOpen 24 hrs (Google)—
4Law Offices of John T. Orcutt654.9★ (198)Garner, 39 mi away——
5Sosna & Huffstetler Law Offices, PLLC644.9★ (128)Rocky Mount, 17 mi away——
6John G Rhyne Attorney At Law624.9★ (15)Wilson——
7Davis & Sturges, Attorneys at Law624.8★ (164)Wake Forest, 34 mi away——
8Craft Law Offices624.8★ (56)Rocky Mount, 17 mi away——
9Beaman & Bennington, PLLC603.7★ (11)Wilson——
10Cannon Law Offices, PLLC604.7★ (67)Greenville, 32 mi away——

All 23 bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson, in rank order

Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.

  1. Ranked #1 in Wilson

    #1 Law Offices of John T. Orcutt

    Based in Wilson

    74/100LFR Score

    Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 323 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 323 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2215 Nash St N, Wilson, NC 27896
    View profile for Law Offices of John T. Orcutt(252) 234-9194

  3. #3 Gillespie & Murphy, P.A.

    Based in Greenville, 31 mi away

    65/100LFR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 59 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    102 W 14th St Suite 103, Greenville, NC 27834
    View profile for Gillespie & Murphy, P.A.(252) 418-2888

  5. #5 Sosna & Huffstetler Law Offices, PLLC

    Based in Rocky Mount, 17 mi away

    64/100LFR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 128 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3031 Zebulon Rd, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
    View profile for Sosna & Huffstetler Law Offices, PLLC(252) 937-3027

  6. #6 John G Rhyne Attorney At Law

    Based in Wilson

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2801 Nash St N Ste. E, Wilson, NC 27896
    View profile for John G Rhyne Attorney At Law(252) 234-9933

  8. #8 Craft Law Offices

    Based in Rocky Mount, 17 mi away

    62/100LFR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3202 Sunset Ave, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
    View profile for Craft Law Offices(252) 752-0297

  9. #9 Beaman & Bennington, PLLC

    Based in Wilson

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    304 Nash St N, Wilson, NC 27893
    View profile for Beaman & Bennington, PLLC(252) 237-9020

  10. #10 Cannon Law Offices, PLLC

    Based in Greenville, 32 mi away

    60/100LFR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 67 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    300 E Arlington Blvd Ste 5, Greenville, NC 27858
    View profile for Cannon Law Offices, PLLC(252) 355-2010

  11. #11 Craft Law Offices

    Based in Greenville, 32 mi away

    59/100LFR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    The William H. Long House and Grounds, 200 E 4th St, Greenville, NC 27858
    View profile for Craft Law Offices(252) 752-0297

  12. #12 Charles E. Craft

    Based in Rocky Mount, 17 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.4★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.4★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    220 Bryant St, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
    View profile for Charles E. Craft(252) 972-2279

  13. #13 Lapas Law Offices, PLLC

    Based in Goldsboro, 24 mi away

    57/100LFR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    642 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534
    View profile for Lapas Law Offices, PLLC(919) 891-8902

  19. #19 Cameron D. Sullivan

    Based in Clayton, 31 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 6 of 9 factors; bar status, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    104 N Fayetteville St, Clayton, NC 27520
    View profile for Cameron D. Sullivan(919) 585-5501

  20. #20 W Mack Rice PA Attorney at Law

    Based in Goldsboro, 24 mi away

    56/100LFR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    688 N Spence Ave, Goldsboro, NC 27534
    View profile for W Mack Rice PA Attorney at Law(919) 778-5545

  21. #21 White & Allen, P.A.

    Based in Kinston, 37 mi away

    55/100LFR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.8★ from 32 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:15 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    106 S McLewean St, Kinston, NC 28501
    View profile for White & Allen, P.A.(252) 527-8000

  22. #22 Wallace Morris Barwick Attorneys At Law

    Based in Kinston, 37 mi away

    54/100LFR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Bankruptcy attorney”.

    Based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–5:15 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    131 S Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501
    View profile for Wallace Morris Barwick Attorneys At Law(252) 523-0408

Also serving Wilson

11 more bankruptcy lawyers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked bankruptcy lawyers serving Wilson
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Connor Bunn4.7★ (55)In Wilson
Connor Bunn Rogerson & Woodard: Woodward David W4.4★ (7)In Wilson
Deborah E. Sperati17 mi
Farris & Thomas Law4.7★ (157)In Wilson
King & King4.5★ (24)In Wilson
Patrick D Riley Attorney at LawIn Wilson
Patrick D. Riley5.0★ (1)37 mi
Roundtree Robert4.2★ (5)In Wilson
T. Douglass Jones, III, Attorney At law4.7★ (21)In Wilson
Tartt B. Thomas4.5★ (25)In Wilson
The Boyd Firm4.1★ (35)In Wilson

How we ranked Wilson bankruptcy lawyers

We scored 23 Wilson bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

LFR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Wilson data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Bar status10%An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded)Not yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the listMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7Measured
Practice focus15%How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same)Measured
Law Firms Ranked reviews10%Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

How to choose a bankruptcy lawyer

  1. Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
  2. Ask how many bankruptcy law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
  3. Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
  4. Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
  5. Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
  6. Ask whether the lawyer, not only staff, will review your forms and go with you to the meeting of creditors.
  7. Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.

Questions to ask a bankruptcy lawyer

  • How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
  • How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
  • Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
  • Which chapter fits my situation, and why?
  • Which of my property is exempt?
  • Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?

Terms explained

Contingency fee
A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
Retainer
Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
Flat fee
One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
Limited-scope representation
Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
Statute of limitations
The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
Good standing
A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
Law society
The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
Board certification
Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
Attorney–client privilege
The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
Conflict check
The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
Pro bono
Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
Legal aid
Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.

Bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson: frequently asked questions

Which bankruptcy lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Wilson?

By LFR Score, the highest-ranked bankruptcy lawyer in Wilson, NC is Law Offices of John T. Orcutt with an LFR Score of 74/100. It has 4.8★ from 323 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh (#2) and Gillespie & Murphy, P.A. (#3) follow. We ranked 23 bankruptcy lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many bankruptcy lawyers are there in Wilson?

LawFirmsRanked ranks 23 bankruptcy lawyers serving Wilson, NC. 3 of them are based in Wilson; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 11 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson are open 24/7?

3 ranked bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Law Offices of John T. Orcutt (#1), Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh (#2) and Gillespie & Murphy, P.A. (#3). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.

Which bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson work on weekends?

3 of 23 ranked bankruptcy lawyers post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Law Offices of John T. Orcutt (#1), Cameron Bankruptcy Law of Raleigh (#2) and Gillespie & Murphy, P.A. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.

What Google rating do Wilson bankruptcy lawyers have?

The median Google rating among 23 rated bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson is 4.8★, with a median of 15 reviews. Law Offices of John T. Orcutt has the most, 323 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does LawFirmsRanked rank bankruptcy lawyers?

Each bankruptcy lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do bankruptcy lawyers outside Wilson count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Wilson city center, our service radius for bankruptcy lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.

Can bankruptcy lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?

No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.

How do bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson, NC charge?

Consumer bankruptcy lawyers usually charge a flat fee for Chapter 7; Chapter 13 fees are often paid partly through the repayment plan and are reviewed by the court. Under federal law they must give you written disclosures and a written contract (11 U.S.C. §§526–528). Lawyers using Clio billed an average of $481 an hour in this area (Clio Legal Trends data, October 2026; all areas $362). Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.

What is the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13?

Chapter 7 sells non-exempt property to pay creditors and usually ends in a few months; Chapter 13 keeps your property under a three- to five-year repayment plan. Income and assets decide which you can use. This is general information, not legal advice.

How is this list of bankruptcy lawyers in Wilson, NC ranked?

By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.

Does a lawyer need an office in Wilson?

No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your state (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some state). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.

Update log for Wilson

  1. November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 23 bankruptcy lawyers serving Wilson.

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