Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation in Durham, NC
Haywood, Denny & Miller has provided comprehensive legal representation since 1955, specializing in civil litigation, insurance defense, corporate law, estate administration, and personal injury cases. Our attorneys maintain active practice in all North Carolina state and federal courts, with offices strategically located in Durham to serve Central North Carolina and appellate courts. Recognized with the prestigious AV rating, we combine decades of experience with a commitment to professional excellence and ethical standards. Our team handles complex commercial disputes, insurance coverage issues, and trial proceedings while offering personalized legal solutions to both small and large businesses. With a legacy of courtroom success and alternative dispute resolution expertise, we represent major insurance companies, corporations, and public entities throughout North Carolina.Our attorneys regularly appear before state trial courts, federal districts, and appellate bodies, maintaining a vigorous trial practice supported by mediation and arbitration capabilities. Through decades of service, we have built a reputation as a preeminent law firm trusted by clients across diverse industries. Our practice areas include general litigation, insurance defense, corporate law, and estate administration, with attorneys available to travel statewide for client needs. This enduring commitment to legal excellence has made us a cornerstone of the Durham legal community since our founding. Our team's extensive experience in both trial and appellate courts ensures comprehensive legal representation tailored to each client's specific requirements.
Services
Civil Litigation
Insurance Defense
Corporate Law
Estate Administration
Personal Injury
Trial Practice
Mediation Services
Arbitration Practice
Commercial Disputes
Appellate Representation
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience in North Carolina legal practice
- Our attorneys maintain the prestigious AV Preeminent Martindale Hubbell rating
- We handle complex cases across state and federal courts statewide
- Our team includes former Durham County District Court Arbitrators
- We represent major insurance companies and corporations in complex litigation
Associations and certifications
- AV Preeminent by Martindale Hubbell
Services
Civil Litigation
Our civil litigation practice handles complex disputes in North Carolina state and federal courts. With decades of courtroom experience, we represent clients in contract disputes, tort claims, and business conflicts. Our attorneys combine trial readiness with strategic settlement negotiation to achieve optimal outcomes for insurance companies and corporate clients.
Insurance Defense
We provide comprehensive insurance defense services for major carriers like State Farm and Horace Mann. Our practice includes coverage disputes, liability assessments, and claims litigation. Attorneys with specialized insurance law expertise handle cases from initial investigation through trial and appellate proceedings.
Corporate Law
Our corporate practice serves businesses of all sizes with formation, compliance, and dispute resolution. Services include contract drafting, corporate governance, and transactional support. We represent clients in commercial litigation and provide ongoing legal counsel for business operations and risk management.
Estate Administration
We guide executors and beneficiaries through North Carolina estate administration processes. Our services include probate court representation, asset distribution, and tax compliance. The practice handles contested estates and provides legal support for trust administration and estate-related litigation.
Appellate Representation
With extensive experience in state and federal appellate courts, we handle complex legal appeals for civil and commercial cases. Our attorneys prepare detailed briefs and oral arguments before the North Carolina Court of Appeals, Supreme Court, and U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.
People
Robert Levin
Partner
Partner with 35+ years' experience in general practice, insurance defense, and litigation. Graduated cum laude from North Carolina State University and UNC Chapel Hill Law School. Serves as Durham County District Court Arbitrator since 2008.
John R. Kincaid
Partner
Insurance defense specialist since 1991 admission to North Carolina Bar. UNC Chapel Hill honors graduate with extensive litigation experience. Active member of North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys and American Bar Association.
George W. Miller III
Partner
AV-rated attorney with 25+ years' trial experience. Serves on North Carolina Central University Board of Trustees and Alpha Tau Omega alumni board. Handles complex litigation, insurance defense, and appellate cases statewide.
Thomas K. Reardon
Associate
Recent addition to the firm with 2023 admission to North Carolina Bar. Graduated from Kenyon College and American University Washington College of Law. Focuses on general practice and insurance defense litigation.
Questions
What areas of law does Haywood, Denny & Miller specialize in?
We specialize in civil litigation, insurance defense, corporate law, estate administration, personal injury cases, and appellate representation across North Carolina.
How long has the firm been in operation?
Haywood, Denny & Miller has provided legal services since 1955, maintaining active practice in North Carolina courts for over 65 years.
Do you handle cases outside Durham County?
Yes, our attorneys regularly appear in all North Carolina state and federal courts, with capability to travel statewide for client needs.
What professional recognitions does the firm hold?
The firm maintains the prestigious AV Preeminent rating from Martindale Hubbell, reflecting the highest legal ability and ethical standards.
What types of clients do you represent?
We represent major insurance companies, corporations like Home Depot and Walgreens, public entities, and individual clients in diverse legal matters.
