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AboutMr. Sanders

Trusted Attorney in Winston Salem, NC

Kirk Sanders

W. Kirk Sanders

As a lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Attorney Kirk Sanders has dedicated his career to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges. With degrees from North Carolina State University (B.A., 1992) and Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 1995), Kirk brings extensive knowledge and passion to every case. He is licensed to practice law in North Carolina and the Middle District Federal Court.

He enjoys helping clients solve legal problems and winning.

Contact Kirk Sanders at 336-510-4000




Areas of Legal Practice:

  • Will Caveats
  • Trust Dispute Litigation / Estate Litigation / Fiduciary Litigation
  • Wrongful Death and Serious Personal Injury Cases
  • Eminent Domain (Condemnation)

Education:

  • 1995: Juris Doctorate, Wake Forest University School of Law
  • 1992: B.A. Political Science, Minor Business Administration, North Carolina State University

Licensure, Bar Admittance, and Certifications:

  • 1995: Licensed as an Attorney and Counselor at Law by the North Carolina State Bar
  • 1995: Admitted to practice in the Federal Court for the Middle District of North Carolina

Professional Honors & Awards:

  • 2023: Rated “AV” Preeminent, the Highest Possible Rating in both legal abilities and ethical standards
  • 2023: Named “Legal Elite” in the area of Litigation
  • 2023: Named “Elite Lawyer” in Litigation
  • 2014: Top 25 Verdicts and Settlements of 2014 in N.C. Lawyers Weekly

Professional Memberships and Committee Work:

  • Chairman, N.C. Bar Association’s GP Small Firm & Solo Section
  • Chairman, Hall of Fame Committee, N.C. Bar Association
  • Member of N.C. Bar Association’s Estate & Fiduciary Litigation Section
  • Member of Auto-Torts Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice
  • Member of Eminent Domain Section of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice
  • Member of Forsyth County Bar Association / 31st District Bar
  • Chief Justice Branch Inn of Court (2020-2022)

Publications and Presentations:

  • North Carolina Fiduciary Litigation Manual – wrote the Power of Attorney Abuse Section
  • Assistant Editor of the North Carolina General Practitioner’s Guide to Business Law Manual (2010) (“The Deskbook”) published by the N.C. Bar Association
  • Organized and moderated three different Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminars for the N.C. Bar Association
  • Taught CLE session for Fiduciary Litigation Section on Power of Attorney Abuse (2017)
  • Taught Paralegal CLE course on Power of Attorney Abuse (2016)

Civic Activities:

  • Moravian Theological Seminary board of trustees at Moravian University (2021-current)
  • Secretary of the Rotary Club of Winston-Salem (currently), Past President 2010-2011
  • Past President of the New Winston Museum, now known as MUSE
  • Past President of Westwood Swim & Tennis Club
  • Past Secretary of the Wachovia Historical Society

Personal Injury

Kirk Sanders is an experienced advocate for personal injury clients, handling a range of cases including wrongful death, bicycle accidents, and motor vehicle collisions. He has successfully tried numerous personal injury cases and has significant experience in litigating complex medical malpractice suits.

Fiduciary Litigation

Kirk Sanders also specializes in Trust Dispute and Estate Litigation, with a particular focus on will caveat cases, where he represents clients contesting or defending a last will and testament. His track record includes several case resolutions exceeding $1 million.

Beyond the Courtroom

  • Kirk is an active member of the Home Moravian Band and Salem Congregation Easter Band, Kirk plays the euphonium horn, contributing to the vibrant musical culture of his community.
  • Kirk is an avid gardener, currently working on a challenging project to grow a 200-tree orchard of cherries, hazelnuts, apples, and pears in Carroll County, Virginia. On weekends, he enjoys spending time at his property along Big Reed Island Creek in Dugspur, Virginia, where he can be found puttering around with his dogs.
  •  Kirk’s love for classic cars is evident in his ownership of several vintage vehicles, including a 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 and a 1972 VW-Porsche 914. His past “car sickness” includes a variety of classic cars, each with its own story and character.
  • In addition to his legal work, Kirk has written screenplays and an unpublished novel. He hopes to return to fiction writing in the future. He also enjoys paddle sports and dreams of spending more time sailing.
  •  Kirk has also explored his creative side by writing screenplays and a novel (unpublished, for now). He hopes to return to fiction writing someday, drawing on his rich life experiences.
  • An enthusiast of paddle sports, Kirk enjoys being on the water. He also has aspirations to spend more time sailing, embracing the freedom and adventure that comes with it.

Contact Information

If you’re looking for a seasoned attorney with a deep commitment to his clients and community, look no further than Kirk Sanders. Whether you need legal representation in fiduciary litigation, personal injury cases, or any of his other areas of expertise, Kirk is here to help. Contact him today at: