Bennett Davidson Rainey

Bennett Davidson Rainey

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 12 years

Family Lawyer at Winston-salem, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +5 more

119 Brookstown Ave., Suite 400, Winston-salem, NC

About Bennett

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Family 28%

Alimony, Adoption, Appeals, Child Custody and Visitation, Child Support, Collaborative Law, Contempt, Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Grandparent Rights, Modification, Name Change, Prenuptial Agreements, Separation Agreements, and more

12 years | 200 cases

28%
Alimony 14%

Helping dependent and supporting spouses seek and defend against alimony (or post-separation support) claims

12 years | 80 cases

14%
Child Custody 14%

Legal and physical custody, visitation, grandparent visitation

12 years | 80 cases

14%
Child Support 14%

Helping dependent and supporting spouses seek and defend against child support claims

12 years | 80 cases

14%
Divorce and Separation 14%

Contested Divorce, Collaborative Divorce

12 years | 100 cases

14%
Adoption 7%

Adult Adoptions, Stepparent Adoptions, and Independent Adoptions

12 years | 15 cases

7%
Domestic Violence 5%

12 years | 25 cases

5%
Uncontested Divorce 4%

Simple absolute divorce

12 years | 100 cases

4%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 125-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2013

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kurtz Whitley Guy Sanders & Rainey PLLC

119 Brookstown Ave., Suite 400, Winston-salem, NC, 27101

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Bennett Davidson Rainey's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Great Job on Separation Agreement - Trustworthy, Caring, Effective

Bennett did a great job of communicating the details of the separation and divorce process in a way that I could understand. He worked diligently to obtain fair and equitable terms for me in the separation agreement. He also was very conscientious about being as efficient as possible as he worked on ...my behalf. I always felt in control of and fully involved in the process. He was also very patient in answering all of my questions. Most importantly, Bennett is highly trustworthy. I would highly recommend Bennet Rainey for representation in cases regarding separation and divorce.

Posted by Grace Dora | April 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Honest, Hardworking Lawyer!

Bennett Rainey is an excellent lawyer! He is thorough and extremely smart. He helped with everything I needed in a timely manner, has great communication with us and gets the best outcomes possible. He truly listened to me and is someone we could trust.

Posted by Treva | October 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Bennett and Team!

I hired Bennett Rainey for a separation agreement and divorce settlement. He did a fantastic job with my case. Even prior to meeting with him, the team at Hartsoe and Associates was very kind during a difficult period of my life. During our initial meeting, Bennett provided detailed information of th...e process, what he would need from me and all costs involved. He explained several things I was not aware of regarding divorce according to NC law and answered all my questions. His knowledge and friendly demeanor really helped me feel comfortable and confident about my situation. Bennett and team worked quickly and efficiently on my case and kept me informed every step of the way. We were able to come to an amicable resolution for both the separation and divorce. I would recommend Bennett to anyone looking for a divorce lawyer in the Winston-Salem area.

Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest and Dependable

I hired Mr. Rainey after he was recommended by another attorney, here in Winston Salem. Going through a separation, with children involved is a traumatic ordeal. Establishing custody/visitation schedule of my infant son with his father was my main concern. Baby is still breastfeeding and very attache...d to me; I was very worried about prolonged separation from him for visitation with his father. Mr. Rainey always had baby’s best interest in mind when giving advice and discussing options. He was upfront and straight forward from the beginning; telling me the facts and not “stringing me along” with possibilities or maybes. His recommendations were always well thought through, and honest. My case was handled just as he said it would be from start to finish. I would highly recommend Mr. Rainey to anyone going through separation/divorce/child custody.

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Bennett Davidson Rainey's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Frost

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bennett is a dedicated and skilled family law attorney who is a zealous advocate for his client. He has my full endorsement."

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Ronald Payne

Family lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Rainey is a hard working and very ethical attorney. I've had the privilege of knowing Mr. Rainey for years and have the utmost confidence in his abilities as an effective advocate for his clients."

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Robert Hartsoe

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"Bennett joined our firm last year and has impressed everyone here, in the courtroom, and his clients since. Having been trained by some of the best family law attorneys in the state before coming here, he has a deep understanding of the law, a great head for how to move a case and achieve client goals, and a great heart for the people he serves. We are proud he is part of our team."

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Kathryn Hinds

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Bennett is an excellent and zealous advocate for his clients and genuinely cares about them."

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Dylan Greenwood

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joseph Schmitz

Child custody lawyer

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Ronald Payne

Family lawyer

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Kyle Frost

Family lawyer

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Jennifer Payne

Child custody lawyer

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Kathryn Hinds

Estate planning lawyer

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Robert Hartsoe

Divorce and separation lawyer

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James Downey

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2025

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2024

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2024

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2023

Board Certified Specialist - Family Law, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2010

Chancellor's Cup, University of North Carolina at Wilmington

2004

Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Kurtz Whitley Guy Sanders & Rainey, PLLC

2022 - 2023

Partner, Kurtz Whitley Guy & Simos, PLLC

2018 - 2022

Associate, Hartsoe & Associates, P.C.

2014 - 2014

Family Law Attorney, Davis Harwell & Biggs, P.A.

2014 - 2018

Associate, Allman Spry Davis Leggett & Crumpler, P.A.

2012 - 2012

Research Assistant, Wake Forest University School Of Law

2011 - 2013

Teacher Assistant, Wake Forest University School Of Law

Associations

2014 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association, Family Law Section

Member

2014 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Forsyth County Bar Association

Member

2017 - 2020

Keep Winston-Salem Beautiful

Member, Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Contested Adoption

Father's consent not required for grandparents to adopt minor child

Guardianship Case

Aunt won guardianship of minor children

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Education

2013

Wake Forest University School of Law

JD

2010

University of North Carolina, Wilmington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Forsyth Family Law CLE

Local Practice Tips

2023

Interstate Issues: 2023 Family Law Section Fall Program Personal Jurisdiction

2021

Secrets and Lies (2021 Family Law Section Program)

Case Law Update

2020

2020 Family Law Section CLE

Case Law Update

2017

Wake Forest Law Roundtable

Lawyer Roundtable

Publications

2022

Winston-Salem Journal The Corn Farmer on Peace Haven Road

2021

North Carolina Bar Association – 2021 Family Law Section Annual Meeting Case Law Update – Equitable Distribution, Alimony, Attorney’s Fees, and Marital Agreements

2020

North Carolina Bar Association – 2020 Family Law Section Annual Meeting Case Law Update – Equitable Distribution, Alimony, Attorney’s Fees, and Marital Agreements

Languages

English

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