Janet Ward Black

Ward Black Law

Greensboro, NC

33+ Years Experience

Licensed in 1 State

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About Janet

Attorney Janet Ward Black is the principal owner of Ward Black Law, one of the largest woman-owned law firms in North Carolina. She has served as president of both the North Carolina Association of Trial Lawyers and the North Carolina Bar Association, and is recognized for her expertise in personal injury and mass tort/class action litigation. She is a frequent lawyer educator and motivational speaker, and has received numerous awards for her service and dedication to justice.

Licensed States

Education

Davidson College

Duke Law School

Awards & Recognition

The Best Lawyers in America

2026

North Carolina Super Lawyers

2025

The Best Lawyers in America

2025

North Carolina Bar Association Hall of Fame

2025

Inaugural Trailblazer Award

North Carolina Bar Association · 2025

Professional Associations

C12 Christian CEO and Owners GroupWomen Presidents’ OrganizationInternational Cooperating MinistriesFirst Citizens Bank, GreensboroJoseph Branch Inn of CourtHood Theological SeminaryNorth Carolina Bar AssociationCommunity Foundation of Greater GreensboroLegal Aid of North CarolinaAmerican Association for JusticeChristian Trial Lawyers AssociationNorth Carolina Advocates for JusticeNorth Carolina Association of Women AttorneysWomen’s Professional Forum, Greensboro