Britton C. Lewis, Bankruptcy Attorney in Greensboro, North Carolina
Over 11 years of legal practice · focused on Bankruptcy and Real Estate
Greensboro, NC
Practicing bankruptcy in Greensboro since 2015.
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Britton C. Lewis is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Real Estate. Britton has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carruthers & Roth PA.
- Based in
- Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 11 years
- Known for
- Bankruptcy · Real Estate
- Handles Bankruptcy and Real Estate matters from Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Over 11 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026).
About Britton C. Lewis: Britton C. Lewis is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Real Estate. Britton has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carruthers & Roth PA.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Britton takes on
Britton concentrates on bankruptcy and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Britton handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Bankruptcy cases in Greensboro, North Carolina
Britton takes bankruptcy 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 Britton agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Greensboro, North Carolina
Britton takes real estate 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 Britton agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Britton C. Lewis — bankruptcy lawyer in Greensboro
Britton C. Lewis is an attorney based in Greensboro, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Bankruptcy and Real Estate. Britton has over 11 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carruthers & Roth PA.
Britton maintains a diverse practice within Carruthers & Roth’s Banking and Finance and Commercial Real Estate practice groups. This allows him to serve as the rare attorney that advises clients on transactional matters one moment and argues before the court on their behalf the next.
Britton routinely represents developers and business owners with sales and acquisitions, development projects, leasing, and financing transactions. He is equipped to help clients with all aspects of due diligence and development, including drafting and negotiating buy-sell agreements, negotiating loan documents, assisting in survey and title review, negotiating and drafting declarations, facilitating clients with zoning and land use matters, and closing sophisticated multi-million-dollar transactions.
Britton also routinely represents lenders in documenting and closing loans on the front end, and assists clients striving to protect their rights when things go awry, assisting in workouts, foreclosures, and bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings. He represents traditional and asset-based lenders in addition to trade creditors. Britton is particularly involved in representing creditors and insurers in mass tort reorganizations.
Prior to joining Carruthers & Roth, Britton clerked for the Honorable Patrick Flatley in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of West Virginia.
Working with Britton on a bankruptcy matter
Britton maintains a diverse practice within Carruthers & Roth’s Banking and Finance and Commercial Real Estate practice groups. This allows him to serve as the rare attorney that advises clients on transactional matters one moment and argues before the court on their behalf the next. Britton routinely represents developers and business owners with sales and acquisitions, development projects,…
Clients Britton works with
Britton reviews new inquiries case-by-case for bankruptcy and real estate matters in Greensboro and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
J.D. · 2015
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
B.A. · 2012
Jurisdictions
Britton's state bar admissions
North Carolina
2015 · ACTIVE
Britton studied at J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Law school and academic background
Britton completed J.D. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and B.A. in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Britton runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Britton has received 7 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — North Carolina Journal of Law and Technology, Notes Editor
2026
Best Lawyers in America — UNC School of Law, Highest Grade in Secured Transactions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — UNC School of Law, Holderness Moot Court, Negotiation Team Member
2026
Best Lawyers in America — UNC School of Law, Millard S. Breckenridge Prize for Excellence in Taxation Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — North Carolina Journal of Law and Technology, Notes Editor (2026). Best Lawyers in America — UNC School of Law, Highest Grade in Secured Transactions (2026). Best Lawyers in America — UNC School of Law, Holderness Moot Court, Negotiation Team Member (2026).
Locations
Britton C. Lewis's office in Greensboro
Britton's primary office is at 235 North Edgeworth Street, Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Carruthers & Roth PA
235 North Edgeworth Street
Greensboro, North Carolina 27401
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How to hire Britton C. Lewis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new bankruptcy attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Britton usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Britton charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Britton'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; Britton will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a bankruptcy attorney in Greensboro, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many bankruptcy 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 Britton
Britton discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in bankruptcy practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every bankruptcy 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. Britton confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Britton's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many bankruptcy practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Britton C. Lewis
How much does it cost to hire Britton for a bankruptcy case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Britton walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Britton offer a free consultation?
Britton charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Britton's office. Some bankruptcy attorneys offer free consults — check Britton's current terms during booking.
How long do bankruptcy cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple bankruptcy 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. Britton gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Britton take my case if I'm outside Greensboro?
Britton 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 — Britton 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 Britton?
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. Britton will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Britton accepting new bankruptcy clients right now?
Britton's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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