Addison Tomasko Palanza, Business Attorney in Wilmington, North Carolina

Addison concentrates on business, criminal defense, elder law, estate planning, and landlord/tenant. Each area below outlines the kind of case Addison handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Criminal Defense

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• Elder Law

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• Estate Planning

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• Landlord/Tenant

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• POA

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Addison's primary office is at 314 Walnut St., Suite 100, Wilmington, NC, 28401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Addison usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Addison discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Addison for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Addison walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Addison offer a free consultation?

  Addison charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Addison's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Addison's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in North Carolina typically take?

  Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Addison gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Addison take my case if I'm outside Wilmington?

  Addison is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Addison will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Addison?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Addison will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Addison accepting new business clients right now?

  Addison's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.