The Lea Schultz Law Firm, P.C.

United States 2025

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Year founded: 1982

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At The Lea/Schultz Law Firm, P.C., we are highly skilled professionals who have the ability to successfully assist our clients with a variety of domestic and family law issues, including high-asset and complex divorces and those involving alimony, child support, child custody and visitation issues. Our firm also handles other forms of civil litigation, including debtor-creditor issues and contract disputes. Our successful family law practice is led by founder James W. Lea, who has 40 years of experience most of which have been dedicated to domestic matters. Mr. Lea works in tandem with attorney Ryan Schultz, who is experienced in family law and business litigation. Our Wilmington divorce attorneys will meet with you to fully understand your situation, carefully explain the process and advise on the best way to successfully resolve your legal issues.

The firm has been recognized in the following:

US News & World Report- Best Law Firms in America 2011-2012
Best Lawyers in America since 2006
NC Super Lawyers since 2006
Preeminent Lawyers in America since 1996

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Wilmington-NC

Tier 3 for Family Law

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Wilmington-NC

Tier 3 for Family Law

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Family Law

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^®

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