William P. H. "Bill" Cary, Employment Attorney in Greensboro, North Carolina
focused on Employment and Litigation
Greensboro, NC
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William P. H. "Bill" Cary is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Triad) (2025).
About William P. H. "Bill" Cary: William P. H. "Bill" Cary is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by William P. H. "Bill" Cary
William concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case William handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Greensboro, North Carolina
William takes employment matters in Greensboro, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Greensboro, North Carolina
William takes litigation matters in Greensboro, 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 William agrees to represent you.
Biography
About William P. H. "Bill" Cary — Attorney of North Carolina employment experience
William P. H. "Bill" Cary is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Bill Cary works with a variety of public and private entities in the emerging area of Climate Resilience planning and strategies. His extensive litigation experience includes commercial and environmental disputes.
Bill helps the Firm’s clients address the risks and opportunities that climate change and extreme weather bring. His recent work with U. S. Department of Defense and several NGOs working together to identify ways to strengthen the resilience of coastal DoD facilities has led to projects being submitted to the Readiness and Environmental Protection Integration Program (REPI). He is also actively engaged with the Southeast Regional Partnership for Planning and Sustainability, which brings together state and federal agencies from six southeastern states to focus on environmental sustainability initiatives that promote conservation as part of assuring military readiness and is now focusing on coastal resilience issues. He is working with several NGOs to develop and implement specific recommendations as part of the NC Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Plan. This is an emerging area, and Bill helps clients learn about the state and federal resources potentially available and assists in formulating appropriate strategies to plan for the impacts these changes will have on our clients’ businesses and communities.
Having previously served as general counsel of the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Bill has a comprehensive understanding of the agency’s methods, practices, procedures and personnel. He has extensive experience in compliance planning and litigation, especially CWA issues and emerging coastal management practices. He was part of the team that developed the NC Oyster Mariculture Plan, which resulted in legislation promoting development of this industry with broad bipartisan support.
Bill is experienced in a wide variety of litigation and arbitration areas, including construction, environmental, real property, and contract disputes.
Bill is also a graduate of the state mediator program and has extensive experience in using non-traditional techniques to solve complex problems, including conducting hundreds of private mediations.
How William handles employment matters
Bill Cary works with a variety of public and private entities in the emerging area of Climate Resilience planning and strategies. His extensive litigation experience includes commercial and environmental disputes. Bill helps the Firm’s clients address the risks and opportunities that climate change and extreme weather bring. His recent work with U. S. Department of Defense and several NGOs…
Who William represents
William reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Greensboro and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
William P. H. "Bill" Cary's legal education and bar admissions
University of Virginia
J.D. · 1976
University of Virginia
MBA · 1976
University of Virginia
BA · 1971
Jurisdictions
William's state bar admissions
North Carolina, Unit
ACTIVE
Virginia, United Sta
ACTIVE
William studied at J.D. in University of Virginia, MBA in University of Virginia, and BA in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
William completed J.D. in University of Virginia, MBA in University of Virginia, and BA in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice William runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of William P. H. "Bill" Cary
William has received 24 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Triad)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Triad)
2023
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Greensboro)
2019
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Greensboro)
2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Greensboro)
2012
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Natural Resources Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — COVID-19
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers Business Edition
2026
Best Lawyers in America — in Employment & Labor Law (2015)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appointed to the NC Coastal Federation President’s Council
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Selected by his peers for inclusion in
2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America©
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Member, North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society (2019-2021, 2023)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Leadership Award, North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, December 2012
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Triad) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Triad) (2023). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Greensboro) (2019). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management (Greensboro) (2015). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment (Greensboro) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).
Locations
William P. H. "Bill" Cary's office in Greensboro
William's primary office is at 230 North Elm Street, Greensboro, North Carolina, 26000. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire William P. H. "Bill" Cary — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with William usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
William charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain William'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; William will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Greensboro, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 William
William discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. William confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
William's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about William P. H. "Bill" Cary
How much does it cost to hire William for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. William walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does William offer a free consultation?
William charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain William's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check William's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple employment 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. William gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can William take my case if I'm outside Greensboro?
William 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 — William 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 William?
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. William will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is William accepting new employment clients right now?
William's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Greensboro, Raleigh and Charlotte in North Carolina
William handles employment matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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