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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.
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Yale University
JD · 1979
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
BA · 1976
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North Carolina, Unit
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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
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2026
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What areas of law does John H. Small practice?
John H. Small focuses on Bankruptcy and Litigation.
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John H. Small primarily serves clients in Greensboro, North Carolina, with an office at 230 North Elm Street.
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