Charlotte Workers’ Compensation Attorney: Annemarie Pantazis

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.

Originally from the suburbs of Washington, D.C., Annemarie is the oldest of 3 children born to parents of Greek and Sicilian heritage. Introduced to the law at an early age, she worked for an estate planning attorney through high school and summers in college, where she learned early on that it’s important to take risks in both your career and in your personal life.

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, Ms. Pantazis joined a firm defending workers’ compensation and personal injury claims.

“I finally realized that I loved law,” said Ms. Pantazis. 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. “I found true freedom and happiness…working for myself.”

Annemarie is licensed to practice law in all state courts in North Carolina, the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

“The practice of law has become more specialized over the last 20 years,” said Pantazis. “I think this is a good thing because the law is so comprehensive.”

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’s also a member of the Executive Committee for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ), which is a statewide organization of trial attorneys. In addition, she served on the NCAJ Board of Governors from 2008-2014.

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. She is still an athlete and sports devotee. She is an avid Carolina Panthers fan, and enjoys yoga, Crossfit and running.

Client Reviews & Testimonials

Compassion and Integrity

“Annemarie is a lawyer that stands out amongst lawyers. She is there for your benefit. She has helped me with my workers’ comp case and I am more than satisfied. Very personable, very professional and, most of all, a fantastic counselor.”
– John C

Honest and Truly Cares

“Ms. Pantazis breaks the mold of the normal attorney. You don’t feel like you need a shower after talking to her. She is friendly, honest and truly cares about her clients. Things didn’t go as well as I wanted but would’ve been worse with anyone other than Annemarie.”
– William Gross

Awesome Attorney

“Annemarie guided, supported and handled a catastrophic injury workers’ comp case for me. She was undeniably on my side and handled the case quickly and efficiently. She is a very knowledgeable and personable individual.”
– Linda

Professional Honors & Recognitions

US News Best Lawyers “Lawyer of the Year Award – Workers’ Compensation Claimants” (2019)
Martindale Hubbell AV Peer Review Rating
Super Lawyers Top 25 Attorneys in Charlotte (2018-2021)
Lawyers Weekly Leaders in the Law Award (2017)
Super Lawyers Top 100 Attorneys in North Carolina (2015-2016, 2018-2021)
Super Lawyers Top 50 Women Attorneys in North Carolina (2015-2021)
Super Lawyers Recognition in the area of Workers’ Compensation (2014-2020)
Workers’ Injury Law & Advocacy Group (WILG) Rising Star Award (2013)
AVVO Client’s Choice Recognition in Workers’ Compensation and 10.0 “Superb” Rating
“Rising Star” by North Carolina Super Lawyers (2009-2013)