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George H. Pender

Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP • Raleigh, NC
Estate PlanningEmployment LawGeneral PracticeInsuranceReal Estate

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Contact

Email
Phone
(919) 373-5072
Address
Po Box 19207, Raleigh, NC, 27619-9207, US

Professional

About

George H. Pender is a distinguished attorney at Teague Campbell Dennis & Gorham LLP in Raleigh, North Carolina, specializing in employment law, estate planning, general practice, insurance, and real estate. He graduated summa cum laude from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in insurance and real estate, before obtaining his Juris Doctor from Campbell University School of Law. While in law school, George demonstrated his leadership abilities as the Business Editor of the Campbell Law Review, where he also published a notable article. He was an active member of the ABA National Criminal Justice Trial Team and earned induction into the prestigious Order of Barristers. Before embarking on his legal career, George gained valuable experience in the insurance sector, working for an independent property/casualty agency and the Group Health Department of Travelers Insurance Company. He also served as a stockbroker and certified financial planner at E. F. Hutton. Additionally, George proudly served ten years in the U.S. Army Reserves, concluding his service as a Captain. George’s practice focuses on complex insurance disputes, including bad faith claims, and he defends insurance agents and brokers in FINRA arbitrations. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys and the Defense Research Institute’s Insurance Law Committee. Recognized for his expertise, George has been listed among the Top Lawyers in Trial/Litigation by Triangle Business Leader and has received AV-Rated recognition from Martindale-Hubbell.

About Estate Planning Law

Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.

Credentials

Education
1991 Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1978 Appalachian State University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2014 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2013 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America 2012 AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2008 Top Lawyer in Trial/Litigation, Triangle Business Leader
Associations
North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association Wake County Bar Association Defense Research Institute, Insurance Law Committee
Updated: Mar 25, 2026