Managing Partner

Annemarie Pantazis

Attorney Annemarie Pantazis is a Board-Certified Workers’ Compensation Specialist, a distinction held by a select few North Carolina lawyers. She is the author of several publications on workers’ compensation and frequently teaches continuing legal education classes on the subject.

Annemarie is from Stafford, Virginia, a suburb of Washington D.C. Her grandparents came to the US after World War II from Greece, Portugal and Sicily, and she was the first in her family to attend college. She worked for a small law firm in high school and college summers where she realized how the law could not only help people but how it could open doors to create opportunities for herself and others.

Annemarie earned her B.A. from the College of William & Mary in 1994 and her J.D. from Wake Forest University School of Law in 1999, where she was a published member of the Wake Forest Law Review and Chief Justice of the Moot Court Board. After law school, she joined a firm defending workers’ compensation and personal injury claims.

“The time I spent defending workers’ compensation claims was a great learning experience. I learned how to practice in this area, but more importantly, I learned how insurance companies value claims and how I could use that knowledge to help people.”

In 2002, Annemarie left the defense side to devote her career to representing those who have suffered work-related and other injuries in North Carolina.

“I love practicing workers’ comp law, and I’ve done everything I can to become an expert in this field,” she said.

To that end, Annemarie has held leadership positions in all of the major national workers’ compensation organizations as well as those in North Carolina. She has been recognized extensively as a subject matter expert by publications such as US News & World Reports, the Charlotte Business Journal, and North Carolina Lawyers Weekly,

“The practice of law has become more specialized over the last 20 years,” said Pantazis. “I think it’s important to continuously learn, teach and be involved in the evolution of the law by actively participating in the legal organizations that support our clients.”

Annemarie currently serves on the Executive Committee of the Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG), which is a nationwide organization of workers’ compensation advocates. She is a Fellow and on the Board of the College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers, which is an invitation only organization for workers’ compensation lawyers compromised of claimants’ lawyers, defense lawyers, and judges from around the country who have practiced 20+ years and who have substantially impacted the practice area. She chaired the NC State Bar Workers’ Compensation Specialization Committee where she was responsible for helping to write and grade the specialization exam. She’s also a member of the Executive Committee for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice Workers’ Compensation Section (NCAJ), which is a statewide organization of trial attorneys. In addition, she served on the NCAJ Board of Governors from 2008 to 2014.

Outside of law, Annemarie’s interests include politics, traveling, and sports. She was the captain of her college rugby team and earned All-State honors at her position. Fitness is still a big part of her life even following a knee replacement. She and her husband, Steven, have built their marriage on a strong, Christian foundation. Annemarie brings that same Christian foundation and leadership to the firm. She considers her most important life accomplishment to growing a small solo firm to a 20-person organization spanning three cities. The growth has allowed her to achieve that childhood vision of using the law to create better opportunities for her family, her colleagues, and her clients.

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These folks were so good at keeping me updated and I'm the loop about everything that was going on, every step of the way. They were caring and concerned about my well being above everything, and made sure that the insurance company held up their responsibilities throughout. I would recommend Wilder Pantazis Law Group to anyone who has been injured and dealing with insurance companies. I'll be forever grateful to them and their whole team. I'm actually going to miss them!
  
 
      Brandon P 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely amazing experience! A process that took over a year would normally be stressful and exhausting but Beau and Sarah made it a simple and stress free process. Beau is an absolute pit bull and will fight to make sure you get the BEST possible outcome. I HIGHLY recommend if you need someone, call them. Id give them 10 stars if I could. Thank you Beau and Sarah! Thank you to everyone at the office that helped as well! Everyone was amazing!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Angel ,Todd  and the rest of the crew are good people to work with..   Hopefully, I don't need  legal assistance again but if I do they will be called upon. Not a person to give 5 stars because noone is perfect  but they are as close as they can be
  
 
      Serena M 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have to say  this firm is the best. Todd King assured me that he will get the best offer possible for me. He allowed me to make decisions and he gave me the best advice. Kim Wilder kept me in the loop of things and did not pressure me with about the case and this allowed me to heal from my injury.
I will recommend this law firm to anyone needing genuine help and or assistance with their case.
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely awesome! I would highly recommend this Law Group. The professionalism, and the kindness was top tier! Thank you Ms.Cho and Allison.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Allison did an amazing job, she was very informative throughout the entire process and although she is busy she never had any issues answering questions via text or phone call. She was there every step of the way with an exceptional team to back her up. I would recommend Allison Vaughn to anyone. I promise you she listens and also give honest feedback and will never steer you wrong.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Definitivamente 100 recomendados un excelente trato al cliente muchas gracias por su ayuda saludos
  
 
      Local R 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend Wilder Pantazis Law Group enough, especially my attorney, Allison Vaughn! From day one, Allison and her paralegal, Brianna Martin were incredibly responsive, compassionate, and professional.

Allison kept me informed through every step of the process, answered every question I had, and helped me navigate this difficult time. She made sure to get the compensation I deserved and remained a strong advocate for me the entire way!

If you've been injured on the job and need an attorney who truly cares and delivers results, call Allison Vaughn. I am grateful for everything she did for my case and the difference it made for our family!
  
 
      Caitlyn S 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Annemarie Pantazis was extremely kind and helpful!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wilder pantazis Law Group has one of the Greatest team ever they are very attentive to  all your needs I really appreciate everyone of the team members always showing their Dedication, professionalism at All times making you feel like a Family member. ANN-MARIE PANTAZIS you are Extraordinary, Exceptional,and carry yourself with Grace and Excellence and I will always be Your number one Cheerleader
  
 
      Joseph S 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My Lawyer Todd King went above and beyond for me in my workman's comp case. I found the whole team to be very professional, keeping me informed every step of the way.  I hope I never go through anything like this again,  but if I do I would definitely use Wilder Pantazis again!
  
 
      Scott S 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Allison amd Sarah have been the best fighting for my case. Highly recommend
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Professional Honors & Recognitions

Super Lawyer Top 25 Attorneys in Charlotte (2018-2021, 2023-2026)
Super Lawyer Top 100 Attorneys in North Carolina (2015-2016, 2018-2021; 2023-2026)
Super Lawyer Top 50 Women Attorneys in North Carolina (2015-2026)
NC Lawyers Weekly Power List of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys (2022)
Business North Carolina “Legal Elite” Recognition (2022)
US News Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year Award-Workers’ Compensation Claimants” (2019, 2021, 2024-25)
Admitted as a Fellow in The College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers (2020)
Lawyers’ Weekly Women in Justice Recognition (2019)
NCAJ Mentorship Award from Young Lawyers Division (2018)
Lawyers Weekly Leaders in the Law Award (2017)
US News Best Lawyers in America-Workers’ Compensation Recognition (2017-2021)
Super Lawyer Recognition in the area of Workers’ Compensation (2014-2026)
Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG) Rising Star Award (2013)
AVVO Client’s Choice Recognition in Workers’ Compensation and 10.0 Rating
“Rising Star” by North Carolina Super Lawyers (2009-2013)
Charlotte Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award (2011)
“Standout Charlottean” Award by Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (2010)
NC Advocates for Justice Order of Service Award Winner (2009-2017)
Martindale Hubble AV Peer Review Rating

Professional Memberships

College of Workers’ Compensation Lawyers (2020-present)

Board member 2026-present
Invitation only national organization of workers’ compensation lawyers recognizing attorneys who have practiced 20 years or more in the field of workers’ compensation.

North Carolina State Bar

Workers’ Compensation Specialization Committee Co-Chair (2020-2023)
Workers’ Compensation Specialization Committee Member (2017-2023)
Responsible for Drafting Questions and Grading Specialization Exam

North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ)

Workers’ Compensation Section Chair (2017-2018)
Workers’ Compensation Legislative Committee (2016-2018)
Workers’ Compensation Section Officer (2015-2017)
Workers’ Compensation Section Executive Committee Member (2009-present)
PAC Committee Member (2013-2016)
NCAJ Board of Governors (2008-2014, 2017-2018)
Annual Convention Co-Chair (2012)

North Carolina Bar Association (NCBA)

Workers’ Compensation Council Member (2015-2018)
Workers’ Compensation Section (2002-present)

Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG)

Executive Committee Member (2009-present)
Annual CLE Co-Chair (2014)

Interviews & Podcasts

Annemarie Pantazis was a featured speaker and conducted this presentation about workers’ compensation.

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