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Mitchell Blankenship, Appellate Attorney in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Over 10 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury

Bennett Guthrie PLLC

Winston Salem, NC

Practicing appellate in Winston Salem since 2016.

10+
Years practicing
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Mitchell Blankenship is an attorney based in Winston-Salem, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Mitchell has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bennett Guthrie PLLC.

Based in
Winston-Salem, NORTH CAROLINA
Experience
over 10 years
Known for
Appellate · Insurance · Personal Injury
  • Handles Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Winston-Salem, NORTH CAROLINA.
  • Over 10 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Mitchell Blankenship: Mitchell Blankenship is an attorney based in Winston-Salem, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Mitchell has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bennett Guthrie PLLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mitchell Blankenship

Mitchell concentrates on appellate, insurance, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mitchell handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Mitchell takes appellate 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 Mitchell agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Mitchell takes insurance 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 Mitchell agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Mitchell takes personal injury 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 Mitchell agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Winston Salem, North Carolina

Mitchell takes workers comp 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 Mitchell agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Mitchell Blankenship — Over 10 years of North Carolina appellate experience

Mitchell Blankenship is an attorney based in Winston-Salem, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Appellate, Insurance, and Personal Injury. Mitchell has over 10 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bennett Guthrie PLLC.

Mitchell Blankenship is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers.

Mitchell, who practices law in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mitchell is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Working with Mitchell on a appellate matter

Mitchell Blankenship is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Appellate Practice, Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants and Workers' Compensation Law - Employers. Mitchell, who practices law in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in…

Clients Mitchell works with

Mitchell reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, insurance, and personal injury matters in Winston Salem and the surrounding North Carolina area.

Credentials

Mitchell Blankenship's legal education and bar admissions

  • Wake Forest University

    — · 2016

  • East Carolina University

    — · 2013

Jurisdictions

Mitchell's state bar admissions

  • North Carolina

    2016 · ACTIVE

Mitchell studied at — in Wake Forest University and — in East Carolina University.

Law school and academic background

Mitchell completed — in Wake Forest University and — in East Carolina University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mitchell runs in North Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Mitchell Blankenship

Mitchell has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Mitchell Blankenship's office in Winston-Salem

Mitchell's primary office is at 1560 Westbrook Plaza Drive, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Bennett Guthrie PLLC

1560 Westbrook Plaza Drive

Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mitchell Blankenship — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mitchell usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Mitchell charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mitchell'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; Mitchell will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Winston Salem, North Carolina

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate 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 Mitchell

Mitchell discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate 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. Mitchell confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Mitchell's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mitchell Blankenship

  • How much does it cost to hire Mitchell for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mitchell walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Mitchell offer a free consultation?

    Mitchell charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mitchell's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Mitchell's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in North Carolina typically take?

    Simple appellate 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. Mitchell gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mitchell take my case if I'm outside Winston Salem?

    Mitchell 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 — Mitchell 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 Mitchell?

    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. Mitchell will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mitchell accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Mitchell's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Winston Salem, Raleigh and Charlotte in North Carolina

Mitchell handles appellate matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

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