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Atty. Ellen Persechini Wortman

Atty. Ellen Persechini Wortman

Ms. Ellen Persechini Wortman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate advocacy, construction litigation and 6 other areas of law.

Wilmington Wilmington 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (910) 839-8060 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Ellen Persechini Wortman at a glance

Ellen Persechini Wortman is a personal injury, real estate, construction, slip & fall, and litigation attorney based in Wilmington, North Carolina. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2002) and U.S. District Court, Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina (2006). Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 2002) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1999). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of New Hanover County (Board of Directors) and North Carolina (Member, Young Lawyers Division Membership Committee Past Chair, 2003-2005) Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar Defense Research Institute North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Ellen Persechini Wortman is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, appellate advocacy, construction litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Ellen received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Ellen practices in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Ellen Persechini Wortman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ellen Persechini Wortman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Ellen Persechini Wortman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Ellen Persechini Wortman is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Carolina →

Construction Law

Ellen Persechini Wortman is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in North Carolina →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Ellen Persechini Wortman is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Ellen Persechini Wortman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ellen Persechini Wortman

Where is Ellen Persechini Wortman's law office located?
Ellen Persechini Wortman's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ellen Persechini Wortman handle?
Ellen Persechini Wortman focuses on personal injury, real estate, construction, slip & fall, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Ellen Persechini Wortman practiced law?
Ellen Persechini Wortman has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Ellen Persechini Wortman go to law school?
Ellen Persechini Wortman earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Ellen Persechini Wortman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Ellen Persechini Wortman received?
Ellen Persechini Wortman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University
- 2002
B.A.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1999

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Western, Middle and Eastern Districts of North Carolina
Admitted: 2006

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