Atty. Henry E. Teich
Henry Teich has been practicing law in Asheville, NC for more than 40 years. He and his now retired law partner, Janson Grimes, founded the law offices of Grimes and Teich in 1979.
Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants Attorney · Serving Asheville, NC · 48+ Years Experience
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About Henry E. Teich at a Glance
Henry E. Teich is a workers comp attorney based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at Grimes Teich Anderson LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1978). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1978) and The University of South Carolina (Ph.D. Psychology, 1975). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Ebbie Award - North Carolina Advocates for Justice (2026). Serves clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Henry E. Teich
- Henry Teich has been practicing law in Asheville, NC for more than 40 years
- He and his now retired law partner, Janson Grimes, founded the law offices of Grimes and Teich in 1979
- Later, with the addition of partner Scott Anderson, the firm became Grimes Teich Anderson LLP. Henry is a North Carolina Board Certified Workers Compensation Specialist whose interest is assuring that his clients get the best medical treatment available under the circumstances and that they receive protection from oppressive insurance company tactics
- The clients he frequently represents are those whose injuries prevent them from returning to their previous jobs and those who may never be able to work again
- He is included in the 2016-2022 editions of Best Lawyers in America® for Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
- Henry was selected for inclusion in the list of North Carolina Super Lawyers® in 2010, 2012-2017, and 2019-2022 and has been accepted for membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- He is a benefactor of North Carolina Advocates for Justice and was a Member of the Board of Governors of the NCAJ from 2006-2021
- He is the Membership Chair of the Executive Committee of the Workers Compensation Section of the NCAJ
- Henry is a 5-time recipient of the organization's Order of Service, given to members for generous contribution of service in advancing the NCAJ's mission of protecting people's rights
- He is also a recipient of the Ebbie Award, given by the President of the NCAJ to members in recognition of service and inspired commitment to the organization
- Henry was an Assistant County Attorney for Buncombe County in 1980-81 and in 1987 he was appointed Public Guardian
- He retired from that position in 2007 after 20 years of service to incompetent adults and mentally disabled Veterans in Buncombe County and across North Carolina
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Henry E. Teich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry E. Teich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Asheville.
Workers Compensation in Asheville
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Asheville
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 Asheville 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 venue, 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.
Asheville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Asheville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Asheville Choose Henry E. Teich
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Henry E. Teich's practice in the field of workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Henry E. Teich brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means Henry E. Teich's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Asheville
A Asheville-based practice means Henry E. Teich attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Henry E. Teich Handles in Asheville
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