BAUCOM, CLAYTOR, BENTON, MORGAN & WOOD, P.A.
At Baucom, Claytor, Benton, Morgan and Wood, our attorneys have been assisting clients with a wide range of legal matters since the 1960s. Since that time, we have developed a practice built on long-lasting relationships with our clients. We are proud to call ourselves trial attorneys. We prepare litigation cases for court and have a very successful record in hundreds of jury trials. We know the key players in courts throughout the region, and we know how to move through the court process effectively and efficiently.
You want a lawyer who understands what you are going through. Most of our attorneys have been in the Charlotte region for over 20 years. Many of our practicing attorneys are licensed in both North Carolina and South Carolina. We understand the legal challenges facing our clients and we have extensive trial experience in Federal Court and the trial courts of North Carolina and South Carolina as well as collectively over Fifty years of transactional experience.
OUR ATTORNEYS
Lena Lee
Shareholder
Lena Lee is a specialist in Estate Planning and provides focused expertise in Wills and Trusts, Elder Law, Business Law, Nonprofit, and Estate Administration. Her detailed, micro-level attention and personalized approach to working with clients at every step, along with her profound consideration for their needs, allow clients to feel comfortable and at ease entrusting their matters to her.
Rex C. Morgan
Shareholder
A true professional in the area of business litigation. Rex’s experience in completing several hundred jury trials from start to finish is very appealing to his clients. His areas of practice are: Civil Litigation, Catastrophic Personal Injury, Business Torts & Commercial Litigation, Civil Trial Practice, Estate & Probate Litigation, and Condemnation-Eminent Domain Litigation.
Laura H. Budd
Shareholder
Laura brings extensive experience to the firm and focuses her practice primarily in the areas of construction and business litigation. Laura also has extensive experience in the areas of appellate law and fiduciary litigation matters. Laura is also an arbitrator with the American Arbitrators Association.
Jon Salmons
Associate Attorney
Jon primarily focuses his practice in the areas of construction and real estate litigation. In addition to these primary focuses, Jon has years of experience litigating matters in other practice areas including estates, business disputes, commercial and contract disputes, and personal injury claims.
Dave Davidson
Shareholder
Dave concentrates his practice in the areas of business law, trusts and estates, probate litigation, and estate planning. Dave has experience in assisting businesses and individuals with a variety of legal issues including drafting and reviewing contracts, Last Will and Testaments, and handling probate matters. Importantly, Dave is effective at resolving legal issues for clients.
Kenneth R. Benton
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Ken is an expert is all areas of commercial and residential real estate law. Ken’s clients love the personal attention and relationships established. His areas of practice are Probate Law, Corporate Law, Commercial Real Estate Law, and Residential Real Estate Law.
M. Heath Gilbert Jr.
Shareholder
Business law is Heath’s specialty with a focus on mergers and acquisitions. He has a very diverse client portfolio in Business and Corporate law, Personal Injury, Litigation, Corporate Crisis, Management, and Entertainment. He is licensed In NC & SC.
William M. Claytor
Shareholder
“We solve your problems,” is Bill’s motto. Bill applies a very personal touch with his clients in the areas of Wills, Tax Law, Estate Planning, Guardianships, Elder Law, and Tax Law. Bill is former President of the Mecklenburg County Bar and a former State Bar Councilor.
Richard F. Kronk
Shareholder
A 26 year veteran trial attorney with immense expertise. Richard maintains a broad practice in both Federal and State Courts. He has tried over a hundred jury trials and bench trials. His primary areas of Civil law are Family/Domestic, White Collar Crimes, and Business Contracts/Employment.
