Atty. Brent W. Stephens

Atty. Brent W. Stephens

Mr. Brent W.

Winston Salem Winston Salem 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (743) 212-2304 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Brent W. Stephens at a glance

Brent W. Stephens is a Partner based in Winston Salem, North Carolina, practicing at Craige Jenkins Liipfert & Walker LLP. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1996) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina (1997). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1996) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1992). Active member of North Carolina State Bar National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Brent W. Stephens is a lawyer practicing estate planning, estate administration, trust administration and 6 other areas of law
  • Brent received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Brent practices at Craige Jenkins Liipfert & Walker LLP in Winston-Salem, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Brent W. Stephens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brent W. Stephens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Power of Attorney

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Winston Salem are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brent W. Stephens

Where is Brent W. Stephens's law office located?
Brent W. Stephens's law practice is located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The firm is Craige Jenkins Liipfert & Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brent W. Stephens handle?
Brent W. Stephens focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Brent W. Stephens practiced law?
Brent W. Stephens has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Brent W. Stephens go to law school?
Brent W. Stephens earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Brent W. Stephens for a consultation?
You can contact Brent W. Stephens directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1996
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1992

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1997

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