Gene Riddle, a 1985 graduate of Wake Forest Law, has dedicated his career to helping those in need through his work as a lawyer. As the founder and managing partner of Riddle & Riddle Injury Lawyers in Goldsboro, North Carolina, he has spent 40 years representing clients with dedication and integrity. His daughter, Alex Riddle, joined the firm in 2020 and became a partner in 2025.
Riddle’s journey into law was influenced by his father, who encouraged him and his twin brother to pursue legal careers after their undergraduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While Dean Riddle stayed at UNC for his JD, Gene moved to Winston-Salem to attend Wake Forest Law.
Throughout his career, Gene Riddle has focused on injury law but emphasizes that it is the clients who are most important. “I want to take cases where people need strong representation,” he states. This commitment has earned him recognition from various organizations, including Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum and Super Lawyers.
One notable case involved a young girl who died in an automobile accident initially blamed on her. Through thorough investigation, Riddle proved the fault lay with the tractor-trailer driver. “There was a large settlement for the family,” he says, “but the money didn’t make things right.”
Riddle’s approach is guided by integrity and a commitment to supporting clients through challenging times. He believes that winning should not come at the cost of one’s principles.
Beyond his legal work, Riddle contributes to his community through various initiatives. His firm runs a program to help reunite missing pets with their owners via social media ads. He has also been involved with the American Heart Association and provided pro bono services to the Goldsboro Family YMCA.
Despite numerous accolades for both professional and community service achievements—including receiving the Old North State Award—Riddle considers being a father his most significant role. He works alongside Alex daily and hopes his younger daughter Arden will join them after completing her JD from UNC in 2026.
Reflecting on his career path, Riddle expresses gratitude for choosing Wake Forest Law: “Wake Law not only gave me a degree but also the skills to put that degree to work.” At 66 years old, he remains passionate about his profession with no plans for retirement.
