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John H. Small

John H. Small

Greensboro, NC

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John H. Small represents clients in Greensboro, North Carolina across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.

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About John H. Small

John Small has more than 35 years of experience representing both creditors and debtors in business bankruptcies, and was a Board Certified Specialist in Business and Consumer Bankruptcy Law from 1988 to 2023. He also counsels small businesses and religious organizations on a variety of legal issues. He thrives on solving clients’ most complex problems.

John represents secured creditors in bankruptcies for business and real estate loans. He also has experience working with landlords, equipment lessors, trade creditors and Chapter 11 and Chapter 7 trustees in bankruptcy cases, as well as individuals who may be purchasing assets out of the bankruptcy.

John represents businesses experiencing financial difficulties, many of which are going through Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. He has represented a variety of businesses, including manufacturing companies, retailers, and real estate companies.

John represents both principals and small businesses, including corporations, LLCs, and partnerships, on entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, financing and contract issues.

John serves as general counsel for the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, and represents other churches and religious organizations both inside and outside the Baptist denomination. He helps religious organizations navigate their unique legal landscape, including structure, governance issues and the impact of the First Amendment on general laws and regulations applicable to religious organizations.

    Credentials

    Education

    • Yale University

      JD · 1979

    • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      BA · 1976

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    • North Carolina, Unit

      ACTIVE

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    • Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Triad)

      2024

    • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Triad)

      2024

    • Lawyer of the Year — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (Triad)

      2021

    • Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Triad)

      2020

    • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Triad)

      2020

    • Lawyer of the Year — Bet-the-Company Litigation (Greensboro)

      2018

    • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Greensboro)

      2016

    • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Bankruptcy (Greensboro)

      2012

    • Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19

      2026

    • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

      2026

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    230 North Elm Street

    Greensboro, North Carolina 26000

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    • What areas of law does John H. Small practice?

      John H. Small focuses on Bankruptcy and Litigation.

    • Where is John H. Small located?

      John H. Small primarily serves clients in Greensboro, North Carolina, with an office at 230 North Elm Street.

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