
George Criston Windham, Environmental Attorney in Winston Salem, North Carolina
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Environmental, General, and Government
MemberatWomble Bond Dickinson Us Llp
Winston Salem, NC
Practicing environmental in Winston Salem since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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George Criston Windham is a member based in Winston-Salem, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. George has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson Us Llp.
- Based in
- Winston-Salem, NC
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Environmental · General · Government
- Handles Environmental, General, and Government matters from Winston-Salem, NC.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About George Criston Windham: George Criston Windham is a member based in Winston-Salem, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. George has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson Us Llp.
Areas of practice
George's practice areas in Winston Salem
George concentrates on environmental, general, government, health care, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case George handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Environmental
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General
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Health Care
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Real Estate
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Environmental cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina
George takes environmental matters in Winston Salem, 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 George agrees to represent you.
General cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina
George takes general matters in Winston Salem, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina
George takes government matters in Winston Salem, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina
George takes health care matters in Winston Salem, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina
George takes litigation matters in Winston Salem, 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 George agrees to represent you.
Biography
George Criston Windham, environmental attorney serving Winston Salem
George Criston Windham is a member based in Winston-Salem, NC. The practice focuses on Environmental, General, and Government. George has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Womble Bond Dickinson Us Llp. George works from Winston Salem, North Carolina and takes on environmental matters across the region.
Mr. George Criston Windham is a lawyer practicing real estate, health care, antitrust & trade law and 5 other areas of law. George received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. George practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Winston-Salem, NC.
How George handles environmental matters
Mr. George Criston Windham is a lawyer practicing real estate, health care, antitrust & trade law and 5 other areas of law. George received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years. George practices at Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP in Winston-Salem, NC.
The kind of cases George takes
George reviews new inquiries case-by-case for environmental, general, and government matters in Winston Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where George studied and practices
Wake Forest University School of Law
J.D. · 1976
Wake Forest University
B.A. · 1972
Jurisdictions
George's state bar admissions
District of Columbia
1980 · ACTIVE
North Carolina
1976 · ACTIVE
George studied at J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.A. in Wake Forest University.
Law school and academic background
George completed J.D. in Wake Forest University School of Law and B.A. in Wake Forest University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice George runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
George Criston Windham's office in Winston-Salem
George's primary office is at One West 4th St., Winston-Salem, NC, 27101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire George Criston Windham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new environmental attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with George usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
George charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain George'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; George will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a environmental attorney in Winston Salem, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many environmental 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 George
George discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in environmental practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every environmental 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. George confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
George's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many environmental practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about George Criston Windham
How much does it cost to hire George for a environmental case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. George walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does George offer a free consultation?
George charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain George's office. Some environmental attorneys offer free consults — check George's current terms during booking.
How long do environmental cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple environmental 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. George gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can George take my case if I'm outside Winston Salem?
George 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 — George 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 George?
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. George will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is George accepting new environmental clients right now?
George'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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