
Kenneth Lee Burgess, Formation Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Formation, Government, and Health Care · 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Chair, Health Care Practice GroupatPoyner Spruill LLP
Raleigh, NC
Practicing formation in Raleigh since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 3 client reviews
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Kenneth Lee Burgess is a chair, health care practice group based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Formation, Government, and Health Care. Kenneth has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poyner Spruill LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NC
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Formation · Government · Health Care
- Handles Formation, Government, and Health Care matters from Raleigh, NC.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Kenneth Lee Burgess: Kenneth Lee Burgess is a chair, health care practice group based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Formation, Government, and Health Care. Kenneth has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poyner Spruill LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Kenneth takes on
Kenneth concentrates on formation, government, and health care. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kenneth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Formation
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Formation cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes formation 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.
Government cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes government 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.
Health Care cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Kenneth takes health care 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
Meet Kenneth Lee Burgess — formation lawyer in Raleigh
Kenneth Lee Burgess is a chair, health care practice group based in Raleigh, NC. The practice focuses on Formation, Government, and Health Care. Kenneth has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Poyner Spruill LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 3 client reviews.
Kenneth Lee Burgess is a lawyer practicing administrative law, health care, corporate / incorporation. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. Kenneth practices at Poyner Spruill LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Working with Kenneth on a formation matter
Kenneth Lee Burgess is a lawyer practicing administrative law, health care, corporate / incorporation. Kenneth received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years. Kenneth practices at Poyner Spruill LLP in Raleigh, NC.
Clients Kenneth works with
Kenneth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for formation, government, and health care matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Campbell University
J.D. · 1984
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Kenneth's state bar admissions
California
1999 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
1984 · ACTIVE
Kenneth studied at J.D. in Campbell University and B.A. in University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Kenneth completed J.D. in Campbell 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
Recognition and thought leadership
Kenneth has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Kenneth's professional memberships and bar associations
North Carolina Bar Association
Member, Health Law Section Elected to Health Law Council · membership
Locations
Kenneth Lee Burgess's office in Raleigh
Kenneth's primary office is at 301 Fayetteville St., Ste. 1900, Raleigh, NC, 27601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Kenneth Lee Burgess — 5.0/5 rating from 3 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Kenneth. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing formation attorneys in Raleigh.
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How to hire Kenneth Lee Burgess — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new formation 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 formation attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many formation 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 formation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every formation 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 formation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kenneth Lee Burgess
How much does it cost to hire Kenneth for a formation 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 formation attorneys offer free consults — check Kenneth's current terms during booking.
How long do formation cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple formation 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 formation 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
Formation attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Kenneth handles formation matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified formation attorneys in that community.
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