Bell, Davis & Pitt, P.A.

The North Carolina Property Tax Commission (PTC) is the state-level appeals body for property tax appeals. The PTC hears appeals from decisions of the Boards of Equalization and Review of all 100 N.C. counties. The main objective of the Commission is to hear and render decisions based on property tax issues between the county or municipality and the taxpayer. If you need assistance with an appeal or think you may have grounds for one let us know we'd be happy to help! See a full list of upcoming hearing dates now through December 2025 on our blog here: https://lnkd.in/gQS7Am_R #belldavispitt #BlogPostAlert #lawyer #lawfirm #northcarolina #lawblog #TaxTips #NCLawyers #law #WSNC #CLT #LegalGuidance

Bell Davis & Pitt P.A. proudly announces a recent acquittal in a 1st Degree Murder trial in eastern North Carolina, where the jury deliberated for approximately 34 minutes before returning their “not guilty” verdict after nearly a week-and-a-half of trial. This swift and favorable decision highlights the firm’s exceptional criminal defense strategy, its unwavering commitment to justice, and the skillful representation of its client.   The trial presented complex legal challenges in cell phone location data analysis, as well as forensic science and eye-witness testimony. The defense team, led by Jones P. Byrd Jr. and Ashley DiMuzio, worked tirelessly on the case for several years and were able to offer compelling arguments at trial that led to the jury’s swift decision.   This case reaffirms Bell Davis & Pitt P.A.’s reputation as one of the leading firms in North Carolina, with a track record of delivering results in high-stakes trials.

Congratulations to Bell, Davis & Pitt attorney Marc Gustafson on his nomination as a Visionary of the Year by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! At BDP, we believe professionals should be deeply committed to the communities where they live and work—and Marc exemplifies that every day through his dedication, leadership, and service. #LLSVisionary #CommunityLeadership #BDPLaw #GivingBack #MakingADifference #LeukemiaAndLymphomaSociety #VisionaryOfTheYear #LeadershipInAction

Reflecting on 50 years of life and lessons in the legal world; Bell, Davis & Pitt attorney Marc Gustafson shares his insights with the NC Bar Blog from his milestone birthday—on time, integrity, and the power of doing the right thing. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dmqyW4RG #LegalInsights #WisdomAt50 #BDPLaw #LifeLessons #CLT #NCLawyers #lawfirm #law #belldavispitt #lawyer #WSNC #leaders

Super Lawyers has named 11 Bell, Davis & Pitt, P.A., attorneys to its 2025 list. Please join us in congratulating the following attorneys: In Winston-Salem: Daniel C. Bruton | Bankruptcy: Business Jones P. Byrd | Criminal Defense D. Anderson Carmen | Construction Litigation Galen Craun | Business/Corporate Mark A. Jones | Criminal Defense: White Collar Walter W. Pitt, Jr. | Bankruptcy: Business Alan Ruley M. Ruley | Business Litigation Robin J. Stinson | Family Law Kevin G. Williams | Business Litigation In Charlotte: Ward Davis | Business Litigation Josh Durham | Business Litigation Marc Gustafson | Employment & Labor North Carolina Rising Stars Ashley DiMuzio | Criminal Defense To learn more about each attorney and their practice visit the "Our Team" page here: https://lnkd.in/gmnqXYwH **For details on the Super Lawyers' independently researched and peer-reviewed selection process please visit the Super Lawyers website for details.** #NCLawyers #law #lawyer #litigation #lawfirm #WSNC #CLT #belldavispitt #awards #superlawyers

Ward Davis and Josh Durham, directors in our Charlotte office, will be part of a “Civil Litigation Leaders Panel” at the upcoming 2025 Civil Litigation Update, presented by the Mecklenburg Bar Association on February 20, 2025. In addition to the panel and a session on Meet and Confers, former Chief Judge of the North Carolina Business Court Louis Bledsoe will offer courtroom advocacy tips and insights. To see the full agenda and to register, click here:  https://lnkd.in/gAYWsBrQ #litigation #nclawyer #lawyer #northcarolina #leaders #civillitigation #belldavispitt #CLT #WSNC

We are pleased to announce that 13 Bell, Davis & Pitt attorneys have been named to Business North Carolina's 2025 Legal Elite class. This year’s Legal Elite class represents approximately 4% of the state’s active attorneys to date.   This annual directory of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite is based on the responses of a DataJoe Research survey distributed to every active member of the N.C. State Bar residing within the state. Attorneys are then asked whom they rate among the current best in business-related categories. Attorneys can’t vote for themselves, but they may select members within their firm as long as they vote for an out-of-firm attorney in the same category.      Bankruptcy Daniel C. Bruton, Winston-Salem Business Galen G Craun III, Winston-Salem Construction D. Anderson Carmen, Winston-Salem Ward Davis, Charlotte Criminal  Jones P. Byrd Jr., Winston-Salem   Employment Marc Gustafson, Charlotte   Family Clara A. Ignich, Winston-Salem Robin J. Stinson, Winston-Salem  Litigation Josh Durham, Charlotte Alan Ruley, Winston-Salem Kevin G. Williams, Winston-Salem   Tax & Estate Planning John A. Cocklereece Jr., Winston-Salem Amy K. Smith, Winston-Salem   The Legal Elite Hall of Fame honors previous top vote-getters in a specific practice area. The winner is ineligible to win again as a top vote-getter in the same practice area in the future. Bell, Davis & Pitt attorneys in the Hall of Fame are:   Frank M. Bell, Jr. — The state's top real estate attorney in 2010. Ward Davis — The state's top litigation attorney in 2018. William K. (Bill) Davis — The state's top litigation attorney in 2006.   The full Legal Elite directory can be found in the January 2025 issue of Business North Carolina. For more details on Business North Carolina and DataJoe Research's selection and research/methodology click here. For research/methodology questions, contact the research team at surveys@datajoe.com. Get to know the Business NC's Legal Elite 2025 Bell, Davis & Pitt, P.A. attorneys and access the full blog article here:https://lnkd.in/ezuAqnss

We would like to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for our team, clients, and community. Happy Thanksgiving to all celebrating! As a reminder, our offices will be closed this Thursday, November 28th, and Friday, November 29th in observance of the holiday. We will resume our normal operating hours on Monday, December 2nd. We look forward to serving you then! #grateful #gratitude #thanksgivingvacation #lawfirm #NCLawyers #WSNC #community #charlottenc #business #law #thankyou #lawyer #CLT #joblove

We are delighted to announce that the 15th edition of Best Lawyers® has named Bell, Davis & Pitt P.A. as one of its 2025 "Best Law Firms." The annual guide honors law firms with high ratings from both clients and peers for their professional excellence. Bell, Davis & Pitt has been recognized across a total of 41 practice areas — including 31 Tier 1 listings — in the metropolitan areas of Charlotte and the Triad, which includes Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point. To see the full list and learn more visit our blog here: https://lnkd.in/eQsDBz4F For more information on the Best Law Firms rankings, please visit the Best Law Firms website. #NCLawyers #law #lawyer #lawfirm #charlottenc #CLT #northcarolina #belldavispitt #WSNC #BestLawyers2025

Exciting News: Meet Our Newest Attorney, Kaylie Jessup! Kaylie Jessup focuses her practice on real estate matters, banking and financial services, creditors’ rights, and general business law. Kaylie joined Bell, Davis & Pitt in 2024 after clerking at the firm during her law school summers. Kaylie is a proud Double Deac - she received her bachelor’s degree in business & enterprise management and her juris doctorate degree from Wake Forest University. While in law school, Kaylie served on the executive board of the Business Law Society, worked as a teaching assistant for the law school’s international program, and was a Suzanne Reynolds Award recipient. Kaylie was born and raised in Pilot Mountain, NC. Outside the office, she enjoys taking her husky mix named Brio on hikes, trying new DIY projects, and spending time with family. #NewTeamMember #LegalExpertise #BellDavisPittPA #law #lawyer #NCLawyers #CLT #northcarolina #lawfirm #WSNC #charlottenc #belldavispitt