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When you have complex family law issues in North Carolina, you must understand all potential legal options to arrive at a resolution. Every case is unique, and these situations often involve complicated and high-stakes issues like child custody decisions, property division, spousal support and more. Tactics you may want to consider include working through litigation in court, drafting separation agreements or utilizing alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods.
Here at Ellis Family Law, P.L.L.C., our family law attorneys offer the experience and skill you need to navigate the legal process ahead and consider all possible options. From our office locations in Durham, Cary, Pittsboro and Wake Forest, our lawyers serve clients throughout the Triangle area looking for legal guidance on their family law matters. Our team includes award-winning, board-certified family law specialists, who are known for putting our clients and their goals first.
We will review the specifics of your case and use our 100-plus years of combined experience to determine the best path forward. Four of the most common family law resolution methods are as follows:
Our attorneys have seen it all, and we know how to guide our clients through this complex process. We are both skilled litigators and effective advocates for our clients when mediation or arbitration may be a better option for their situation. Having the right team on your side makes all the difference when the stakes are high.
There are 4 typical paths for resolving family law disputes, including negotiations, mediation, arbitration or litigation.
Collaborative law is a voluntary process where both parties and their attorney sign a contract to resolve all disputes without going to court. Often these agreements include requirements of voluntary document exchanges and promises of good faith negotiations to reach resolution.
At Ellis Family Law we focus on the whole picture, not just the here and now. We make sure to pair each client with the best fit for them so that the process is as comfortable as possible. With multiple specialists with over 100 years combined experience throughout the Triangle, you can rest assured your case is being handled with the expertise it deserves.
Mediation is a process in which a neutral third party helps facilitate a resolution of any claims between the parties. Meditation is required when a custody action or an equitable distribution action is filed in NC.
Litigation is necessary when the parties are unable to resolve their disputes. Sometimes litigation is filed simply to obtain powers of discovery and subpoena to ensure that all information is accurate before reaching a resolution. Just because litigation has commenced does not mean the matter will necessarily go to trial.
Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
...Everyone is always so kind from Casie and Christina at intake, to the paralegals and attorneys. They promptly answer all questions.
Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
...Great experience, Christina is very resourceful and knows what she is doing. Helping me through various obstacles.
Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
...Christina is highly knowledgeable and offers excellent service.
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them...
Have been connected to Ellis Family Law for many years and cannot recommend a more knowledgeable, caring, hard working group of attorneys. I do not hesitate to refer to them no matter how big or small the issue. They are truly a one of a kind law firm and am so thankful I can count on their guidance.
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how...
Gray is top tier in family law — knowledgeable, strategic, and relentless when it comes to protecting his clients. If you want someone who knows the system and knows how to navigate it successfully, call Ellis Family Law. Amazing Attorneys!
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported...
I can’t say enough good things about Ellis Family Law. Going through a family law matter is never easy, but their team made the entire process feel manageable and supported from start to finish. They are professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly responsive. I worked with Christina & she was absolutely impeccable and I knew after the first phone call I was in the right place to handle my business. Thank you Ellis Family Law.
We are equally skilled in litigation and in resolving disputes outside of court.
Mediation, arbitration, and collaborative approaches that resolve disputes with less stress and more cooperation.
Thoughtful advocacy for parenting arrangements that protect your children and preserve what matters most.
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