Horton & Mendez, Accident & Injury Attorneys adds litigation veterans Telana Poe and Jessica Cornette Faulk to effectively handle growing caseloads and offer client-focused legal representation across North Carolina.
Wilmington, NC, June 7, 2025 — Horton & Mendez, Accident & Injury Attorneys, a trusted name in personal injury law across North Carolina, proudly announces the addition of attorneys Telana Poe and Jessica Cornette Faulk. Their diverse experience in civil litigation and criminal prosecution strengthens the firm’s mission to provide client-focused legal representation in serious injury and wrongful death cases.
Telana Poe, a native of Ashe County, developed her passion for public service at an early age, watching her parents work in emergency services. That same spirit drives her legal work today. After earning her J.D. from Campbell University, she built a career focused on personal injury, medical malpractice, and high-stakes litigation, including cases tied to the Camp Lejeune water contamination.
“Every client deserves someone in their corner who understands both the law and their pain,” Poe shared. “Horton & Mendez has built a culture around that principle, and I’m honored to be part of it.”
Jessica Cornette Faulk’s legal journey began in criminal courtrooms where she prosecuted hundreds of cases as an Assistant District Attorney. Transitioning to civil litigation, Faulk found her stride representing victims of injury and workplace accidents. She has also made her mark in education, teaching business and legal studies at the college level while continuing to advocate for clients in court.
In particular, her background provides valuable insight for injured workers navigating the complexities of compensation law. Clients searching for a dedicated Wilmington workers compensation lawyer will find in Faulk a fierce advocate who understands both legal intricacies and the human side of recovery.
“I’ve spent my career fighting for people whose voices need to be heard,” Faulk said. “Whether it’s in a courtroom or a classroom, I believe in delivering justice with clarity and conviction. Horton & Mendez gives me the space to do both.”
The addition of Poe and Faulk reflects Horton & Mendez’s ongoing growth as one of the premier personal injury law firms in Wilmington. Known for their strategic insights as former insurance defense attorneys, founders Nick Mendez and Devlin Horton now use that experience to level the playing field for everyday people facing powerful insurance companies.
To further empower clients, Horton & Mendez offers tools like a workers’ compensation calculator to help injured individuals better understand their potential benefits and next steps before a formal consultation.
“We’ve built this firm around relentless advocacy, and Telana and Jessica embody that,” said partner Nick Mendez. “They bring the energy, heart, and courtroom experience our clients need.”
From catastrophic car accidents to complex wrongful death claims, Horton & Mendez continues to raise the bar for what clients can expect from a Wilmington personal injury lawyer. Those looking to better understand their legal options after an injury are encouraged to visit www.hortonmendez.com, where resources, attorney insights, and case consultation information are readily available.
About Horton & Mendez, Accident & Injury Attorneys:
Based in Wilmington, NC, Horton & Mendez represents clients throughout the region in personal injury, workplace injury, and wrongful death claims. Founded by two former insurance defense attorneys, the firm brings powerful insight and aggressive advocacy to every case. Consultations are always free, and clients never pay unless the firm wins on their behalf.
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Organization: Horton & Mendez, Accident & Injury Attorneys
Contact Person: Devlin Horton
Phone Number: (910) 668-4420
Address: 6105 Oleander Dr., Suite 102, Wilmington, NC 28403
Website: https://hortonmendez.com/