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John T. Briggs

John T. Briggs

Briggs Legal

About John T. Briggs

John T. Briggs began his distinguished legal career as a Lieutenant in the Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps. After completing his training at the Naval Justice School in 1991, he served aboard the Guided Missile Cruiser USS CHOSIN in Hawaii before taking up his permanent post at the Naval Legal Service Office in Yokosuka, Japan. During his three-year tenure as a Navy defense attorney, John passionately defended the wrongly accused, sharpening his advocacy skills.

Currently, John is the managing attorney at the Kellum Law Firm, which operates 10 offices across North Carolina. He skillfully balances the responsibilities of managing the firm with a full caseload, focusing on personal injury, wrongful death, workers' compensation, and social security disability. John's commitment to his clients is unwavering, and he is known for his dedication to providing comprehensive legal representation.

John is passionate about helping people and embraces the challenges each case presents. He is willing to collaborate with other attorneys as needed to ensure his clients receive the most experienced representation possible, without additional charges. Clients of the Kellum Law Firm can trust that John will be with them every step of the way.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Car Accidents
Personal Injury

North Carolina Car Accident Laws

Understanding North Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

contributory negligence

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$30K/$60K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What is John T. Briggs' legal background?

John began his legal career as a Lieutenant in the Navy Judge Advocate General (JAG) Corps, serving as a defense attorney.

What areas of law does John T. Briggs specialize in?

John specializes in personal injury, wrongful death, workers' compensation, and social security disability cases.

What is John's role at Kellum Law Firm?

John is the managing attorney at Kellum Law Firm, where he oversees operations and handles a full caseload.

How does John ensure experienced representation for his clients?

John collaborates with other attorneys as needed to provide the best representation without additional charges.

Contact Information

1213 Culbreth Dr. Ste 389 Wilmington NC 28405
Jacksonville, NC
8002224336 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

Contact John T. Briggs for a free consultation about your accident case.

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact John for a free case review

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