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Atty. Gary H. Clemmons

Atty. Gary H. Clemmons

Listed, Swarthmore's Who's Who, 2000-2005. Member, Editorial Board, Campbell Law Review, 1979-1981.

New Bern New Bern 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (252) 669-2070 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gary H. Clemmons at a glance

Gary H. Clemmons is a Member based in New Bern, North Carolina, practicing at Chesnutt & Clemmons, P.A.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and ssd. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1981). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1981) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Bern, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Listed, Swarthmore's Who's Who, 2000-2005
  • Member, Editorial Board, Campbell Law Review, 1979-1981
  • Law Clerk to Senior U.S
  • District Court Judge John D. Larkins, Jr., 1981-1982
  • Assistant U.S
  • Attorney, Eastern District of North Carolina, 1982-1985
  • Permanent Delegate, 4th Circuit Judicial Conference, 1985—
  • Included in "Best Lawyers in America" for 2012, in the field of Personal Injury

Practice Areas Explained

Gary H. Clemmons's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary H. Clemmons handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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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.

Gary H. Clemmons is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in North Carolina →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Gary H. Clemmons is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in North Carolina →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Gary H. Clemmons is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd 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 New Bern 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 Gary H. Clemmons

Where is Gary H. Clemmons's law office located?
Gary H. Clemmons's law practice is located in New Bern, North Carolina. The firm is Chesnutt & Clemmons, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gary H. Clemmons handle?
Gary H. Clemmons focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Gary H. Clemmons practiced law?
Gary H. Clemmons has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Gary H. Clemmons go to law school?
Gary H. Clemmons earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Gary H. Clemmons for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gary H. Clemmons received?
Gary H. Clemmons's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1981
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1981

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