Biography:
With more than 30 years of experience, firm co-founder T. Keith Black has built a reputation as one of Greensboro's top trial lawyers and mediators, with particular expertise in family law and real estate. A certified family law specialist, Mr. Black has resolved hundreds of cases through negotiation, mediation, and trial and has extensive experience in all areas of family law, including separation, divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution.
Mr. Black also represents real estate companies, developers, and homeowner associations in matters ranging from general litigation and contract disputes to residential real estate closings. Among other cases, he has successfully represented numerous Section 8 apartment complexes in disputes involving breach of lease agreements, property damage claims, and allegations of discrimination and retalitatory eviction.
In addition to his practice, Mr. Black has taught continuing legal education programs on behalf of the Greensboro Bar Association and the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.
Areas of Practice:
- Civil Litigation; Domestic Relations Law; Commercial Collections; Real Estate; Personal Injury; Family Law Mediations.
Education:
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, J.D., 1984.
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Bachelor of Science, 1981.
Experience:
- Practiced law in Greensboro, NC, from 1984 to present.
- Admitted: 1984, North Carolina; Middle and Western Federal District Court; 1994, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit.
- Experience with trials in all areas of domestic law, including but not limited to equitable distribution, alimony, custody and child support.
- In addition, significant trial practice in homeowners association enforcement of restrictive covenant cases.
- Family law issues mediator.
Professional Affiliations:
- Greensboro Bar Association, Secretary, 2000; President, Young Lawyer’s Division, 1989
- North Carolina Bar Association
- North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers
- North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
Civic and Community Involvement:
- Guilford Day School, Chairman, Board of Trustees (1999-2001), Board Member
- 1996-2002
- North Carolina Legal Services Board Member (1993-1996)
- Westminster Presbyterian Church, member
- 1990 Pro Bono Achievement Award
- Volunteer Attorney for Triad Health Project
- Soccer Coach, Girls Classic Team, 1995, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
- State Cup Champions
- Soccer Coach, Boys Challenge Team
