Don Rodney Kight Jr.

Don Rodney Kight Jr.

also known as Rod Kight: Kight on Cannabis | The Definitive Word on Weed, Cannabis and Hemp Business Law

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Business Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Business, Bankruptcy & Debt

84 Walnut Street, Suite 201, Asheville, NC

About Don

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Business 90%

CANNABIS BUSINESS LAW: focusing on the unique and complex aspects of the law that affect the burgeoning hemp and legal cannabis industries. From farming to commerce, I provide succinct legal advice unique to each canna business I serve.

27 years

90%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

I am a North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law and Business Bankruptcy Law. I have helped thousands of people restructure and reorganize their debt through bankruptcy.

27 years

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Oregon for 9 years

State: Oregon

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in North Carolina for 26 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1999

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kight on Cannabis

84 Walnut Street, Suite 201, Asheville, NC, 28801

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Posted by anonymous | September 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Made me feel like there was hope.

I never done anything like this before. Bankruptcy seemed like a dark, looming cloud that would sentence me to years and years of financial suicide. The connotation around bankruptcy lawyers seemed similar. I was very nervous when I first stepped into Mr. Kight's office. Not only did the entire... staff ease my nerves, but Rod himself was incredibly understanding and reassuring. Although the process of getting my financial documents together was definitely hard work, The entire office was working hard for me. When I got discouraged and got behind, they would follow up with me and ask if they could help. When there was some documents I didn't know how to get from the IRS, they had the resources available to help me. This office isn't a place that will enable your previous financial decisions, but will truly assist you in turning a new page in your life. I never thought that I would feel hope when I realized I had to declare bankruptcy. But with Kight Law Office, Rod and the wonderful staff- I realized that restoration could be possible, that this was something I could recover from, and gave me the tools to move forward. For The first time in a long time, I feel hope.

Posted by anonymous | September 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Smart counsel, very responsive and genuinely nice people

I used Kight Law for my bankruptcy and was incredibly impressed with the firm and with Rod's guidance. He responded with thoughtful options to every complex question I brought to him. Rod and his team explained everything to me thoroughly and in a way I could understand so I felt able to make smart d...ecisions and know what the process was for my case. Even after my bankruptcy closed, I had a few lingering items pop up and Rod and his team were right there to help me out. Rod is incredibly professional and I felt very well represented in every circumstance. Rod and his entire team are also all really nice people, an important trait for leading clients through the emotionally heavy process of bankruptcy. I would highly recommend Kight Law to anyone seeking legal services in this area.

Posted by RAYMOND | July 01, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

Best lawyer I ever had

During the time my wife and I needed the most help with our financial issues, in steps Rod Kight, Ashley and Terri. He guided us in the Utmost, Professinal manner with exquiset knowledge and carring. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND Him to help you in your troubles. Rod and staff Will Always shoot you a straig...ht arrow.

Posted by Tammy | November 06, 2014

I highly recommend Rod Kight for professional bankruptcy representation.

Rod and his staff certainly helped me through one of the most stressful times of my life. I talked with another attorney before Rod, and did not pursue due to the stuffy atmosphere and lack of his full attention. However, with Rod I felt very comfortable with his professionalism and laid back demeano...r. He gives you his full attention. When I asked very specific questions, he did not hesitate to confirm the answers on the spot. I was kept well informed of the process and progress. He and his staff were excellent at returning phones and emails. He helped me to start over, to live again. For that, I am forever grateful to Rod Kight and his staff.

Posted by Mark | November 05, 2014

Great help in my time of need

Rod, as well as his staff took care of my case in the most professional and friendly manner . They were always responsive and answered all the questions I had. They madewhat should have or could have been a very tough process , much easier to handle. I felt like I was dealing with friends that really... care .

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Don Rodney Kight Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Curtis Sluder

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Sutton

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mr. Kight many times over the past 14 years and have always found him to be extremely knowledgeable, professional and courteous. He's a great guy and an excellent attorney!"

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Christopher Reinhardt

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend and endorse Rod Kight. I practice primarily in domestic/family law and have a number of complicated bankruptcy issues that come up in my domestic and business law practice. Rod is always my first call in such matters. He has successfully helped many of my clients and provided me advice on countless occasions. His knowledge of Bankruptcy and Debtor/Creditor law is second to none."

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Kevin Radey

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Rod Kight as a bankruptcy lawyer. Whenever I have a difficult question regarding a technical aspect of the bankruptcy code, Rod is always willing to lend a hand. His expertise has been incredibly helpful to my own practice. His ability to comprehend the code and apply it to specific facts complements the thriving Chapter 11 practice he has built since becoming a certified specialist in bankruptcy law. Rod is also a great friend who seems to have an excellent rapport with clients and trustees - with everyone really. It is without hesitation that I recommend Rod for those seeking bankruptcy counsel."

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Douglas Tate

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Rod and against Rod and have found him to be conscientious, hardworking, reliable and reasonable. He is a specialist and I have no reservations in sending a client to him."

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David Hillier

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Rod is a very good bankruptcy lawyer He is caring conscientious hard working and creative. I was Rod's mentor under a Bar sponsored program when Rod first started in 2000. He asked a lot of (good) questions. After about 5 years I started asking him questions!"

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Tony Rollman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rod is an excellent lawyer and is highly effective for his clients. I highly recommend him."

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Monty Beck

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Rod on several matters and have referred clients to him. Rod is very knowledgeable about bankruptcy law and has been a tremendous asset for me and my family law practice."

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Michael Wimer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Rod on a number of cases. He is incredibly knowledgeable about bankruptcy law and has an intense concern for the well-being of his clients. Whenever I have a client in need of bankruptcy advice, or I simply have a bankruptcy question arise in one of my clients, I turn to Rod Kight. I would highly recommend him for any bankruptcy issue."

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Kimberly Sheek

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Rod in several bankruptcy cases over the years. I have always found Rod to be knowledgeable, passionate, and engaged. Rod truly cares about his clients best interests. I highly recommend Rod with any bankruptcy needs you may have."

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Michael Waddington

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Don. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Laura Ceva

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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John Sutton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Reinhardt

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Kevin Radey

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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David Hillier

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Michael Wimer

Litigation lawyer

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Tony Rollman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Monty Beck

Family lawyer

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Douglas Tate

Foreclosure lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Best Lawyers, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Best Lawyers, Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights, Best Lawyers in America

2016

North Carolina Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

2016

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Client Choice Award, Avvo

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

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Legal Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law, North Carolina State Bar

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Legal Specialist in Business Bankruptcy Law, North Carolina State Bar

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Mediation Certification, North Carolina Superior Court

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Avvo Superb Rated Lawyer, Avvo

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Attorney, Kight on Cannabis

1999 - 2015

Partner, Kight Law

Associations

2016 - Present

National Cannabis Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

1999 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

1999 - Present

28th Judicial District Bar

Member

North Carolina Bar Association

Bankruptcy Council Member

28th Judicial District Bar

Pro Bono Committee

OnTrack

Board of Directors

Education

1999

University of South Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Furman University

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

2012

National Business Institute CLE

"Bankruptcy and Foreclosure"

2012

Asheville Area Paralegal Association Spring Seminar

"The State of Bankruptcy Today"

N/A

multiple

Rod Kight is a frequent presenter on bankruptcy topics to attorneys, accountants, and real estate professionals

Publications

2018

Blue Ridge Hemp Co. Legality of CBD

2017

Weekly Contributor Cannabis Law Report

2017

Best Lawyers in America, Winter Business Addition Beyond Rope & Dope

2015

2013

Inside the Minds (Aspatore Books) "Best Practices for Filing Chapter 13"

2007

North Carolina Bar Association Foundation - CLE NC Bankruptcy Practice Manual, 6th Ed.

Languages

English

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