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The law firm of O’Malley Tunstall PC, Injury & Disability has distinguished itself with its lawyers’ devotion to the injured and disabled people of the Raleigh metro area to the Coast. We truly represent the people of Eastern North Carolina.
Our firm’s leaders are two of the region’s most respected legal figures. Susan M. O’Malley is a North Carolina Bar Board Certified Disability Specialist in Social Security Disability law. In fact, she was an original board member on the state’s specialization committee. Active in the Disability Advocacy Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice, she is also a member of the American Association for Justice where she was past Chair of AAJ’s Disability Section. Few lawyers have spent as much time helping the disabled throughout their careers as Susan.
Joseph P. Tunstall is a trial lawyer through and through, having been successful in numerous personal injury, auto accident, Social Security, and workers’ comp cases, many of them before a jury. He has handled cases at both the federal and state levels, including the Supreme Court of North Carolina. Joe has tried close to 100 jury trials to verdict always representing the injured and never corporations or insurance companies in Eastern North Carolina. If you ask other lawyers who handle personal injury they know Joe tries his clients’ cases to juries. He is on the Board of Governors for the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and was past chair of the Auto Torts section helping North Carolinians injured as a result of automobile crashes.
O’Malley Tunstall, PC commonly engages in co-counsel opportunities, and we welcome referrals from out-of-state attorneys.
We invite you to learn more about our attorneys by viewing the profile links below:

Terri Baker, Paralegal. Terri is originally from Tarboro and has called Macclesfield home for more than 40 years. She has also been a dedicated member of the O’Malley Tunstall family for decades, bringing many years of experience and commitment to the firm and its clients.
Terri has two wonderful and successful children, Jordan and Logan, and several grandchildren. She especially enjoys working with Social Security clients and values the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Outside of work, Terri enjoys attending estate auctions and finding unique treasures to incorporate into her own home. She also loves giving her finds to others who are just starting a home or experiencing financial hardship, reflecting her generous spirit both inside and outside the office.

Erika Diaz As an accomplished Intake Manager specializing in Personal Injury Law and Social Security Disability, she brings more than twenty years of experience providing exceptional client service, support, and guidance. Her extensive background allows her to understand the unique needs and concerns of individuals seeking legal assistance, ensuring that every client and caller is treated with professionalism, compassion, and careful attention.
Fluent in both English and Spanish, she plays an important role in making the intake process accessible and comfortable for a diverse range of clients. She is committed to providing clear communication, gathering important case information with accuracy and attention to detail, and helping clients feel informed and supported from their very first interaction with the firm. Her dedication to client care, combined with her extensive experience and bilingual proficiency, allows her to provide a welcoming and personalized experience for those seeking assistance during what can often be a difficult and stressful time.

Eric Espinosa With experience in telecommunications customer service and technical support, he has developed specialized skills in effective communication, strategic problem-solving, and team leadership. Upon assuming the role of Legal Intake Specialist, he effectively utilized his skills in client communication, attention to detail, and case evaluation.

Frank Sanchez Proficient in both English and Spanish, holding a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and possessing experience in legal support and medical interpretation, with expertise in clear client communication, meticulous documentation, attention to detail, and precise intake information gathering to facilitate efficient case evaluation.
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When you are knocked down, it’s good to have someone who can pick you back up. Call O’Malley Tunstall PC, at 919-277-0150 for a free case evaluation.