Stephen Mark Bennett

Stephen Mark Bennett

4.8
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 17 years

Litigation Lawyer at Monroe, NC
Practice Areas: Litigation, Business, Land Use & Zoning, Estate Planning

114 West Jefferson Street, Monroe, NC

About Stephen

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Business 25%

Corporate transactions including asset-purchase matters and incorporation questions.

25%
Litigation 25%

General litigation and personal injury matters.

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Active

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Location

Arnold & Smith, PLLC

114 West Jefferson Street, Monroe, NC, 28112

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Stephen Mark Bennett's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

5 star (4) 4 star (1)
3 star (0)
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Posted by Stephanie | June 18, 2015

A Very Professional Attorney

My husband and I met Stephen because he closed on our house. He is very personable and made us feel at ease during the closing process. He has excellent communication skills and provided much detail as to what we were signing at closing. I definitely recommend him to others who need any type of leg...al advice. He was great to work with.

Posted by Aimee | June 11, 2015

People Person

Thankfully, I have never had need to retain Stephen for his litigation skills; however, I have sought his advice on a variety of legal issues. Throughout my experience working with Stephen I have found him to be both highly intelligent and personable. I trust Stephen to always give good, reasonable ...advice. You can't go wrong here.

Posted by Phil | June 11, 2015

An Honest Trustworthy representative

I worked with Mr. Bennett during my divorce and my case presented some challenges as I was overseas at the time and opposing counsel was often difficult, unrealistic and borderline deceitful to deal with. However, Mr Bennett did a very professional job and provided quality representation and my case ...was handled well and in a timely manner to my satisfaction.

Posted by Malea | June 9, 2015

Legal name change and more

I hired Stephen to file a legal name change for my son. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions expeditiously. My past experience with attorneys had left me feeling that most will speak to you with blatant condescension- not Stephen. Even when I asked some seemingly obvious q...uestions, he still took the time to politely answer them. I also hired him for a traffic ticket, and was happy with the results :) While I hope I won't need any additional legal services anytime in the near future, if I do, I will certainly be using Stephen! I 100% recommend him to all my family and friends who have been equally impressed with his services!

Posted by Debbie | June 9, 2015

Have YOU met Stephen??

I have had multiple Real Estate closings over the years with Stephen. When he walks into the room and introduces himself, you KNOW your in for a real treat! He always starts out by getting to know the client better and sharing about his favorite topic... SPORTS!! When he is finished with your tran...saction, he makes the client feel like they have found a "New Friend" to call on. I would recommend Stephen for all areas of law.

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Stephen Mark Bennett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Andrew Dickens

Real estate lawyer | Feb 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am impressed with Stephen's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions. He has an understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Bobby Khan

Unknown lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Stephen has a commanding courtroom presence, is highly intelligent, and provides great service to his clients. I have watched him mature into a fine lawyer since he started practice in Monroe. He is an asset to our legal community and I have always seen him well prepared. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Travis Greene

Unknown lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Co-worker

"Stephen is a hard working attorney who works zealously for his clients. He is a very knowledgeable and capable attorney. Stephen is definitely the type of attorney that I would want representing me in court."

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Lea Morgan

Unknown lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen Bennett is meticulous in his work and gets results. His knowledge of the law and his ability to creatively prosecute or defend a case, gives his clients an edge."

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Sherrie Smith

Litigation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Stephen is a very knowledgeable litigator. He is very familiar with the law and is always well prepared. Stephen also takes the time to explain complex situations to his clients to ensure that they have a complete understanding of what is going on. I highly recommend Stephen."

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Allison Khan

General practice lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Stephen Bennett since he came to practice in Union County and have found him to be a very conscientious, hardworking attorney. Also, his integrity is of the highest caliber and I have a great deal of trust in him. Having worked against him as opposing counsel and also as a mediator for his clients' cases, I have a large range of experiences to base my high opinion of him."

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Aimee Brockington

Litigation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Stephen is an intelligent and skilled litigator."

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Anna Goodwin

Litigation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Greene

Real estate lawyer

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Ray Helms

Litigation lawyer

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Aimee Brockington

Real estate lawyer

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Zachary Jackson

Family lawyer

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Lea Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sherrie Smith

Litigation lawyer

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Christopher Cox

Litigation lawyer

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Bobby Khan

Family lawyer

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Allison Khan

Family lawyer

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Heather Hobgood

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

CALI Award - Family Law, University of South Carolina

2007

CALI Award - Administrative Law, University of South Carolina

2006

CALI Award - Real Property, University of South Carolina

Work Experience

2023 - Present

Partner, Arnold & Smith, PLLC

2008 - 2023

Attorney, Helms Robison & Lee, P.A.

2007 - 2007

Summer Associate, Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice

2006 - 2007

Summer Associate, Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, PA

Associations

2014 - Present

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Member

2008 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Union County Bar Association

Member

Education

2008

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD

2005

University of South Carolina

MA - Masters

2003

University of South Carolina Honors College

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Activity

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