$ 125-350 per hour
Bennett Davidson Rainey
About Bennett
Biography
Attorney Bennett D. Rainey is a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law who counsels clients on a wide range of divorce-related issues including high conflict child custody and visitation disputes, collaborative divorce, analysis of complex financial matters, prenuptial agreements, adoptions, alimony, and the division of marital assets.
Bennett is a compassionate and trustworthy advocate who is committed to providing his family law clients with high quality services and representation. This starts with having a firm grasp of the facts and issues that make each case unique. Bennett's goal is to help clients secure the best outcomes possible by identifying critical issues, articulating the law's application to particular facts, and arguing for desired results.
A lawyer dedicated to helping clients make informed decisions about their cases, Bennett is honest with clients about when they should go to trial and when they should settle outside of court. His advice is always based on a concern for his clients' financial well-being and the welfare of their children.
A little bit about Bennett: He grew up in Davidson, North Carolina, a small town just north of Charlotte. He was a competitive swimmer throughout his youth and attended the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) on an athletic scholarship. At UNCW he was co-captain of Men's Swimming & Diving and set the school record in the 200-yard Breaststroke. He majored in History and minored in Psychology, graduating magna cum laude from UNCW in 2010. He received his Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law in 2013. While in law school, Bennett served as the President for the WFU Student Division of the North Carolina Bar Association and also as President for the Youth Advocacy Group.
Bennett passed the North Carolina Bar Exam in 2013 and has practiced family law in Winston-Salem since 2014. He is a partner at the law firm of Kurtz Whitley Guy Sanders & Rainey, PLLC and represents clients in Winston-Salem and the surrounding area including Kernersville, Clemmons, Lexington, Dobson, Greensboro, High Point, Yadkinville, Statesville, and others.
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Family
28%
12 years | 200 cases
Alimony
14%
12 years | 80 cases
Child Custody
14%
12 years | 80 cases
Child Support
14%
12 years | 80 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 12 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Location
Kurtz Whitley Guy Sanders & Rainey PLLC
119 Brookstown Ave., Suite 400, Winston-salem, NC, 27101
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Posted by Lesley | June 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Fantastic attorney!
Bennett was referred to me for divorce proceedings following many months of mental, verbal and emotional abuse in my marriage. He was so incredibly supportive and caring about my case and genuinely wanted to help get it resolved. He was very attentive and informative, listening to my thoughts and pr...
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Replied last September 15, 2023Thank you, Lesley, for your kind feedback. I am so happy I could help you in a difficult time. I enjoyed working with you.
Posted by L Dunham | May 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
An Accurate Advocate
Bennett Rainey represented me as the defendant in the NC Forsyth County 20 CVD 5375 and 21 CVD 6275 cases from December 2020 to April 2023. Being unexpectedly sued was a major trauma for me. Bennett was very knowledgeable, understanding, passionate, patient and prepared. Bennett was able legal...
Bennett Rainey
Replied last June 19, 2023Thank you so much for the kind comments! We appreciate you.
Posted by Dorothy | January 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Outstanding lawyer!
Bennett Rainey is an OUTSTANDING lawyer and exceptional person in general. I remember having to go to court, having a near panic attack outside the court room, and he placed his hand on my shoulder and said “you’ll be fine. We got this!” And it was. He is a master at his craft and amazing in court! T...
Posted by Lonnie | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Satisfied with the results
Mr. Rainey prepared a strong case on my custody matter. He was profesional and answered all my questions even when I was getting frustrated with the legal process. After the conclusion of the case Bennett reached out multiple times at no charge to check on my daughter and I.
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.
Bennett Davidson Rainey's Lawyer Endorsements
"Bennett is a dedicated and skilled family law attorney who is a zealous advocate for his client. He has my full endorsement."
"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."
"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."
"Bennett is an excellent and zealous advocate for his clients and genuinely cares about them."
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Experience
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 SectionMember
2014 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Forsyth County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - 2020
Keep Winston-Salem BeautifulMember, 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
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
2015
The Middle Ground
The Investiture of Judge Biggs: A Promise Fulfilled
Languages
English
Activity
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