John joined The Van Winkle Law Firm in 2008, focusing his practice on estate planning and administration. He previously served two years as a clerk for Justice Paul Newby at the North Carolina Supreme Court. He served two years on the staff of the North Carolina Law Review, including one year as articles editor, and also helped update a textbook on estate and gift taxation.

Professional Affiliations

• Land of Sky Estate Planning Council, 2008-present
• North Carolina State Bar, 2008-present