A Trusted Ally For Trying Times

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Family law problems can be difficult and highly emotional, but you do not have to face them alone. With an experienced lawyer on your side, you will have access to the clearheaded perspective you need to make wise choices. With a respected law firm in your corner, you can be assured your rights will be protected throughout the process.

At Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C., we have extensive experience handling divorces, child custody disputes and other family law matters for clients throughout the Triangle area, from our offices in Cary, Durham, Pittsboro and Wake Forest. We are committed to resolving your legal issues and helping you move on to a better tomorrow.

In North Carolina, there are approximately 24,000 attorneys. Just over 1.1 percent of them are board-certified family law specialists. Several of these specialists are attorneys within Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C.

~24,000
attorneys in North Carolina
1.1%
are board-certified family law specialists
Several are at Ellis Family Law.

Placing Your Legal Needs In The Right Hands

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When you work with our firm, you will meet personally with one of our senior attorneys in family law, who will carefully listen to your story to gain an understanding of your goals, priorities and trepidations.

After a thorough analysis of your case, Mr. Ellis will assign to it the attorney who is best suited to meet your needs, taking into account experience, skill set, personality and other factors. We understand the nuances of the attorney-client relationship and take great pains to make sure you are comfortable and happy with the lawyer who handles your case.

Meet Our Attorneys

To learn more about our attorneys and their individual qualifications, please click on the links provided below.
Gray

Gray Ellis

Board-Certified Specialist
autumn

Autumn D. Osbourne

Board-Certified Specialist
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Amanda C. Knight

Board-Certified Specialist
Kathleen Murphy (1)

Kathleen Murphy

Eva Freeman

Eva Freeman

Sarah H. Gerow

Sarah H. Gerow

Tony Kehoe

Tony Kehoe

Jolie Brown

Jolie Brown

Shannon Tucker

Shannon Tucker

Emma Tillotson

Emma Tillotson

Hank Stockard

Hank Stockard

Gita

Gita Patel

Jack Taggart

Jack Taggart

Why Clients in the Triangle Area Choose Ellis Family Law

Families in Durham, Raleigh, Cary, Wake Forest, and Pittsboro choose Ellis Family Law not just because of our legal skill—but because of how we treat our clients, with care, with professionalism, and with the respect every family deserves.

Board-Certified Family Attorneys

Our team includes certified specialists recognized by the NC State Bar for their deep knowledge and ethical practice.

More Triangle locations, greater client convenience

Ellis Family Law maintains more offices across the Triangle than any other family law firm in the area, making it easier and more convenient for clients to be seen close to home.

Long-Term Client Partnerships

Many clients come to us for estate planning and return years later for family law support—or vice versa. We’re here for the long haul.

Attorney Matching

Clients are matched to the attorney best suited to their specific matter, personality, and situation, rather than assigned by default. This pairing is a deliberate, ongoing part of how the firm works.

Attorney-led consultations

At the consultation, clients meet with a partner or an attorney who focuses on their area of concern. Ellis does not route clients through salespeople the way some area firms do, so the guidance clients receive from the very first conversation comes from an attorney.

Ellis Family Law was founded on a simple but powerful idea: that families and individuals deserve legal counsel that is both effective and deeply respectful. We serve good people going through tough times—and we’re honored to help them take the next right step.

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A Commitment To The Triangle And Surrounding Areas

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the legal needs of people in the Triangle area from our office locations in Cary, Durham, Pittsboro and Wake Forest, and we are determined to do our part to make our communities great places to live.

All of our attorneys are involved with local causes, including Meals on Wheels, high school booster clubs, junior women’s clubs and more. We believe a business’s relationship with the community should go both ways. We do not view the Triangle Area merely as places we do business. We are committed to giving back to the communities that help us thrive.

Reach Out To An Attorney Who Understands

Whatever family law issues you are going through, you do not have to face them alone. Our lawyers are here to offer you experienced guidance and strong advocacy throughout the process.

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