Kenneth C. Haywood, Business Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Civil Rights, and Commercial RE · 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
OwneratHoward Stallings Law Firm
Raleigh, NC
Practicing business in Raleigh since 1992.
- 34+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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Kenneth C. Haywood is an owner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Commercial RE. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howard Stallings Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NC
- Experience
- over 34 years
- Known for
- Business · Civil Rights · Commercial RE
- Handles Business, Civil Rights, and Commercial RE matters from Raleigh, NC.
- Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Kenneth C. Haywood: Kenneth C. Haywood is an owner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Commercial RE. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howard Stallings Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Kenneth's practice areas in Raleigh
Kenneth concentrates on business, civil rights, commercial re, zoning, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Commercial RE
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Zoning
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Business cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes business matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Civil Rights cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes civil rights matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Commercial RE cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes commercial re matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Zoning cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes zoning matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes real estate matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kenneth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Kenneth C. Haywood, business attorney serving Raleigh
Kenneth C. Haywood is an owner based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Business, Civil Rights, and Commercial RE. Kenneth has over 34 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Howard Stallings Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 2 client reviews. Kenneth works from Raleigh, North Carolina and takes on business matters across the region.
Kenneth Haywood’s practice focuses primarily on the areas of business law including mergers and acquisitions and real estate related areas including eminent domain, zoning and land use. As a Raleigh native, Kenneth has seen the growth of the region and city and has played an active role in his community serving as Chairman on the City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment (appointed by the City Council). This role equipped him with extensive knowledge and insight on issues impacting businesses and individuals in Wake County.
EXPERIENCE
Kenneth has represented business owners in contract disputes, negotiations, employment matters, mergers and acquisitions and drafting contracts that protect their investment. He also has an extensive background in helping new businesses form the right legal entity to protect owners from legal liability.
In the area of eminent domain and land use, for over twenty-six years, he has represented clients in hundreds of land disputes and real estate title issues. In eminent domain cases, Kenneth’s clients include both property owners contesting the amount they have been offered for their property and governmental bodies acquiring land for a public purpose. This experience enables him to see both sides of these complex issues and uncover the most effective and efficient way to resolve them.
From small to large matters, Kenneth’s experience, combined with his business acumen, strategic approach and his ability to see the big picture for his clients, make him an obvious choice for many business owners or those facing land use or eminent domain issues.
REPRESENTATIVE CASES
- Town of Apex v. Beverly Rubin, 2018 N.C. App. LEXIS 1034
- Town of Hertford v. Jessie L. Harris, 169 N.C. App. 838 (NC COA 2005)
- Greene v. Hicks, 360 N.C. 63 (NC Supreme Court 2005)
- Baker Construction Co, Inc v. City of Burlington & Hawthorne, LLC, 363 N.C. 800 (2010)
EDUCATION
- Wake Forest University School of Law, Winston Salem, North Carolina J.D. – 1992
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina B.A. – 1989
- Major: Political Science
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
- North Carolina Bar Association, 1992 – Present
- North Carolina Bar Association, Chair of Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section, 2010 – Present
- North Carolina Bar Association, Vice Chair of Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section, 2009 – 2010
- North Carolina Bar Association, Real Property Section
- North Carolina Bar Association, Litigation Section
- Wake County Bar Association, 1992 – Present
- Wake County Bar Association, Bench Bar Committee, 2001 – 2003, 2011-2012
- Wake County Bar Association, Professionalism Committee, 2000 – 2003
- Wake County Bar Association, Bar Candidate Interview Committee, 2011 – 2012
- Wake County Real Property Lawyers Association, 1992 – Present
- Wake County Real Property Lawyers Association, President, 2011 – 2012
- Wake County Real Property Lawyers Association, Vice President, 2010 – 2011
How Kenneth handles business matters
Kenneth Haywood’s practice focuses primarily on the areas of business law including mergers and acquisitions and real estate related areas including eminent domain, zoning and land use. As a Raleigh native, Kenneth has seen the growth of the region and city and has played an active role in his community serving as Chairman on the City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment (appointed by the City…
The kind of cases Kenneth takes
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, civil rights, and commercial re matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Kenneth studied and practices
Wake Forest University
J.D. · 1992
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 1989
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
North Carolina U.S.
1992 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. in Wake Forest University and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. in Wake Forest University and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kenneth runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Kenneth's legal honors and published work
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
Wake County (Member: Bench-Bar Committee, 2001-2003 Professionalism Committee, 2000-2003) and North Carolina (Vice Chair, Zoning, Planning and Land Use Section Member: Litigation and Real Property Sections) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Kenneth C. Haywood's office in Raleigh
Kenneth's primary office is at 5410 Trinity Road, Suite 210, Raleigh, NC, 27607. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Howard Stallings Law Firm
5410 Trinity Road, Suite 210
Raleigh, NC 27607
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Client reviews of Kenneth C. Haywood — 4.0/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
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How to hire Kenneth C. Haywood — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kenneth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kenneth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kenneth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kenneth
Kenneth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kenneth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kenneth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth C. Haywood
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kenneth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kenneth offer a free consultation?
Kenneth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kenneth's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kenneth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kenneth take my case if I'm outside Raleigh?
Kenneth is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kenneth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kenneth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kenneth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kenneth accepting new business clients right now?
Kenneth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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