Family Law Attorney Roxboro, NC

Experienced Family Law Representation for Person County

When your family is navigating a legal dispute — whether divorce, custody, or another family law matter — having experienced, board-certified attorneys in your corner can make all the difference. Ellis Family Law serves clients in Roxboro and throughout Person County with skilled, strategic representation across all areas of North Carolina family law.

Facing a Family Law Challenge in Roxboro, NC?

Family law matters in Roxboro and Person County can carry significant long-term consequences for your finances, your parental rights, and your family’s future. Clients come to us when they are dealing with:

Divorce proceedings they feel unprepared to navigate on their own
Custody disputes that are disrupting their children’s stability and routine
Uncertainty about how property, retirement funds, or debt will be divided
Questions about child support — whether as the paying or receiving parent
A need to establish, modify, or enforce an existing family court order
High-conflict situations that require experienced, assertive legal advocacy

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Family Law Services We Offer in Roxboro, NC

Our attorneys provide comprehensive family law representation for Person County residents, including:

Divorce

We represent clients in all types of North Carolina divorce proceedings — from uncontested divorces to complex, contested cases involving significant assets, business interests, or custody disputes.

Equitable Distribution

We work to ensure our clients receive their fair share in property division, properly accounting for marital and separate property, retirement accounts, and other complex assets.

Child Custody and Visitation

Our team helps parents establish custody plans that prioritize the well-being of the child while protecting each parent’s right to a meaningful relationship. We handle both initial orders and modifications.

Child Support

We advise clients on how child support is calculated under the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines and provide representation in establishment, enforcement, and modification proceedings.

Spousal Support and Alimony

Whether you are seeking financial support after a long marriage or responding to an alimony claim, our attorneys provide strategic representation grounded in North Carolina family law.

Domestic Violence and Protective Orders

We assist clients in obtaining Domestic Violence Protective Orders (DVPOs) and represent those responding to such claims, handling these matters with the urgency and care they require.

Why Roxboro Residents Choose Ellis Family Law

Board-Certified Credentials

Our board-certified family law specialists have demonstrated exceptional knowledge and skill — a distinction that matters when the stakes are high.

Triangle-wide Experience

We have represented clients across the Triangle and beyond, giving our team strong familiarity with North Carolina family courts and legal procedures.

Team Based Representation

You benefit from the depth of an entire legal team, not a single attorney managing your case without support or backup.

Strategic Thinking from Day One

We build a strategy from the outset with your specific goals and challenges in mind — not a one-size-fits-all approach.

Compassionate, Professional Service

Family law cases are deeply personal. We handle every matter with the discretion, respect, and genuine care that our clients and their families deserve.

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.

What to Expect From the Family Law Process

At Ellis Family Law, our approach to every case begins with listening. We take the time to understand your situation fully — the legal issues, the practical realities, and what a good outcome actually looks like for your family. From there, we develop a clear, honest strategy built around your goals, not a one-size-fits-all process. Some cases resolve through negotiation or mediation; others require firm courtroom advocacy.

In either situation, we prepare thoroughly, communicate consistently, and never lose sight of what is at stake for you. When your case concludes, our support does not stop — we remain available if you need help with enforcement, modifications, or anything else that comes up down the road.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Ellis Family Law represent clients in Person County courts?

Yes. Our attorneys represent clients throughout the Triangle area of North Carolina, including Person County. We are familiar with local court procedures and fully authorized to practice in North Carolina family courts.

What should I do if my co-parent is not following our custody order?

If a co-parent is violating a valid court-entered custody order, you may file a motion for contempt with the court that issued the order. Our attorneys can help you document violations and pursue enforcement through the proper legal channels.

How is property divided if we cannot reach an agreement?

If spouses cannot agree on property division, the case proceeds to an equitable distribution hearing before a North Carolina judge. The court applies statutory factors to divide marital property fairly — which does not always mean an equal split.

Is a domestic violence protective order permanent?

A temporary DVPO may be issued on an emergency basis before the opposing party is notified. A permanent DVPO is entered after a full hearing and can remain in effect for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal upon request.

Meet Your Roxboro-Serving Attorneys

Our partners lead every client relationship with experience, care, and a commitment to your best outcome.

Autumn D. Osbourne

Partner

Board-Certified Specialist

Gray Ellis

Managing Partner

Board-Certified Specialist

Amanda C. Knight

Partner

Board-Certified Specialist

Hear From Our Clients

I really appreciated the hard work that Emilee consistently provided while dealing with personal legal proceedings. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area needing legal service.

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I really appreciated the hard work that Emilee consistently provided while dealing with personal legal proceedings. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area needing legal service.

Savannah Kassner

Trust worthy, reliable, and sophisticated team with an outstanding work ethic.

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Trust worthy, reliable, and sophisticated team with an outstanding work ethic.

Carol Welch

Every interaction I’ve had with Sarah M. has been positive. She’s always helpful, professional, and kind. It’s clear she truly cares about the people she works with. I wouldn’t hesitate...

Every interaction I’ve had with Sarah M. has been positive. She’s always helpful, professional, and kind. It’s clear she truly cares about the people she works with. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her.

Sherrie Pelkey

What an incredible experience! I recently found myself in the highly stress situation of needing legal counsel with a very delicate matter. After an extensive search, I was referred to...

What an incredible experience!

I recently found myself in the highly stress situation of needing legal counsel with a very delicate matter. After an extensive search, I was referred to the Ellis Law firm by someone whom always seems to have great contacts. This absolutely proved to be yet another incredible resource that they were able to share!

From the very first call until the resolution of the matter, every single person that I interacted with was professional, respectful, patience, and provided guidance on all matters related to the issue. In particular, my interactions across several phone calls with Christina Richard were very productive! She was able to provide answers, but more importantly, compassion throughout the entire stressful ordeal, and she did a great job providing additional external resources to get the outcome I hoped for.

This entire situation has been tough, and putting it behind me and fantastic. I can’t imagine the outcome being any better working with another firm, and encourage others to seek out the Ellis Law Group. Not only will you get the expertise in the field, but in the process, you’ll discover that this is a place to settle matters legally, and with compassion!

Great job by all!!!

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What an exceptional Law firm. Ellis Family Law has handled my case and exceeded my expectations they truly went above and beyond. I thank the entire team. X

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What an exceptional Law firm. Ellis Family Law has handled my case and exceeded my expectations they truly went above and beyond. I thank the entire team. X

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I love Ellis Family Law, won’t go anywhere else. From the first time you even walk in everyone is so nice and attentive. When I came in, I didn’t even...

I love Ellis Family Law, won’t go anywhere else. From the first time you even walk in everyone is so nice and attentive. When I came in, I didn’t even know where to start. I think there’s 2 Sarahs so her last name was Mercer, but Sarah M. was amazing! She was so kind, I felt so cared for and she answered all my questions and even talked me through legal terms I didn’t quite understand. What a good experience to turn around such an anxious day for me.

Samantha Brett

Visit Our Durham Office

Durham Office

Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C.

3511 Shannon Road Suite 150 Durham, NC, 27707

Phone: (919) 373-3650

Fax: 877-678-1584

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Mon – Fri: 8:30am – 5:30pm

Take Action Now to Protect Your Future

At Ellis Family Law, we are committed to standing by the side of Roxboro and Person County families when they need experienced legal representation most. Contact us today to schedule your confidential consultation.

Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C.—Moving forward, together.