Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Alan Castro

Meet Alan

About Alan

Personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney using his former insurance defense experience to fight for injured clients
Former college and professional football quarterback, bringing strategy, discipline, and resilience to every case

Notable Results

Achieved a $6,720,313.12 Settlement, the largest Workers’ Compensation settlement North Carolina history.
$2.9 Million Workers’ Compensation Settlement
$2.25 Million Dollar Workers’ Compensation Settlement
$200,000 Workers’ Compensation Settlement

Education & Credentials

J.D., Charleston School of Law
B.A., Charleston Southern University, American History
Admitted to the North Carolina State Bar
Admitted to the South Carolina State Bar

Professional Associations & Awards

NCAJ’s Auto Torts & Premises Liability Section and Workers’ Compensation Section
Featured in Attorney at Law Magazine as the Law Firm of The Month

Practice Areas

Workers’ Compensation Attorney and Personal Injury Attorney in North Carolina

Alan Castro is a dedicated personal injury attorney and workers’ compensation lawyer serving clients throughout North Carolina. Based in Wilmington, Alan leverages his unique background as a former workers’ compensation defense attorney to pursue full and fair compensation for individuals injured due to negligence, workplace accidents, or insurance disputes. His deep understanding of insurance company strategies, combined with a disciplined and strategic approach, gives his clients a distinct advantage in complex injury cases.

Alan has been recognized for settling some of the largest worker’s compensation cases in North Carolina. He resolved a case for a historic $6,720,313.12, which is believed to be the largest worker’s compensation settlement in North Carolina ever. He also resolved claims for $2,900,000 and $2,250,000.

Alan’s mother suffered from a workplace injury that significantly altered her career and life. That is what motivated him to become a worker’s compensation attorney. He understands the impact injuries have on workers and Alan leads with empathy, concern, and compassion. He is known for exceptional client service and advocacy.

Before focusing exclusively on representing injured individuals, Alan defended workers’ compensation claims on behalf of insurance carriers and employers. He worked closely with many Fortune 500 companies and major insurance companies. This experience provided him with firsthand insight into how insurance companies evaluate, negotiate, and litigate claims. Today, he uses that knowledge to anticipate defense tactics and strengthen his clients’ positions at every stage of the legal process.

Alan’s competitive edge is rooted in his background as a former college football quarterback and professional football player overseas. The discipline, resilience, teamwork, and strategic thinking he developed as an athlete now drive his approach to advocacy and client service. He also represents a growing number of bilingual clients and is actively refining his Spanish to better serve them. With Cuban heritage, Alan brings a strong sense of integrity, hard work, and cultural awareness to his practice.

Google Reviews:

★★★★★

“Alan and Claudia did a great job handling my case. They were both extremely thorough and consistent with providing details and information throughout the process. They even continued to assist me after my case was settled. Top tier service!”

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★★★★★

“Wow just wow. Alan is a young amazing attorney. Took on a billion dollar company and got me a fair settlement. His paralegal Claudia was wonderful as well. This was a difficult situation they made easy. If you have issues with Workmen’s comp… I would hands down go here!!”

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★★★★★

“From start to finish, Alan and Claudia were incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and dedicated to achieving the best possible outcome for my case. Alan’s expertise and attention to detail made all the difference. He took the time to explain every step of the process and ensured that I was comfortable with all decisions being made. Thanks to their hard work and determination, I received a settlement that exceeded my expectations. If you’re looking for a law firm that genuinely cares about its clients and delivers results, look no further than Horton & Mendez. A huge thank you to Alan and Claudia for their outstanding support."

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