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Our Mission

We want to:

  • Listen to each client
  • Provide individualized legal advice
  • Effectively handle legal and financial decisions
  • Keep family dynamics in mind
  • Maintain cost effective fees with the client in mind

Four convenient locations:

  • Durham, NC
  • Jacksonville, NC
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Wilmington, NC
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Cape Fear Family Law - Wilmington
Based on 259 reviews
I would highly recommend Cape Fear Family Law. Janet was absolutely awesome. She was straight forward and to the point. She and her staff kept me well informed throughout the entire process. Janet was tenacious in looking after my interest and an absolute tiger in mediation. Thank you Janet!!!!
Working with Jessica and Conner is definitely Gods way of sending you strong angels to help me through a very stressful time. Hire them and you will see I promise.
Connor Green was an amazing attorney and helped me tremendously with my Child Custody and Child Support cases. He is truly an advocate for his clients and I feel it’s important to be heard in matters such as these. Thank you Connor Green for everything you’ve done for me and my daughter.
Janet is wonderful. Brilliant and responds quickly.
Janet is by far the best attorney I have ever dealt with. She is courteous, competent, values her clients and their time. She is very responsive and responds in a timely manner.
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Cape Fear Family Law - Jacksonville
Based on 94 reviews
I would highly recommend Cape Fear Family Law. Janet was absolutely awesome. She was straight forward and to the point. She and her staff kept me well informed throughout the entire process. Janet was tenacious in looking after my interest and an absolute tiger in mediation. Thank you Janet!!!!
This review is for Granger Benson with Cape Fear Family Law.

Mr. Benson has been such a great pleasure to work with. He’s super attentive and always makes sure I understand what’s going on, and I always feel heard and validated. He actually listens to my input and implements it, but he’s also not afraid to play devil’s advocate and challenge how I see things. That’s something I really respect because custody cases are so emotional, and it’s easy to be tunnel-visioned or overly protective. But he helps me stay grounded and aware of all sides.
He explains everything clearly, keeps me educated, and makes sure my voice and concerns are always heard. I really appreciate that balance. He validates me but also makes sure I’m not blindsided. In the end, he made sure I got a custody order that’s truly in my daughter’s best interest, which was extremely important to me. To have an arrangement that fits our situation, not just what’s standard or convenient for the other party.

I honestly couldn’t have asked for better help through all of this. I highly recommend this firm, especially Mr. Benson. Thank you for everything! I’m so happy and relieved to finally put this chapter behind me and focus on raising my child in peace.
Ashley Owens with Cape Fear Family Law has been absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, she has gone above and beyond to make sure I understand every part of my case. She takes the time to explain each hearing in depth, answer all of my questions, and ensure I feel confident and informed every step of the way.

Ashley is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated to her clients. Thanks to her hard work and expertise, I’ve had multiple successful outcomes in my case. I truly couldn’t have asked for a better attorney to represent me.

If you’re looking for someone who genuinely cares, communicates clearly, and fights hard for your best interests, I highly recommend Ashley Owens at Cape Fear Family Law. She’s the best!
Had the pleasure of working with Roy Jacobs and his team for the entirety of my divorce, child custody, and child support process. They guided me through it with an incredible amount of professionalism, subject matter expertise, and empathy. They made a painful process as painless as possible, and I cannot thank them enough. I give nothing but my highest recommendation for this firm, Roy, and his team to anyone requiring legal representation or counsel regarding Family Law.
Posting my review for my Cape Fear Family Law Attorney, Mr. Granger Benson.

I cannot thank Mr. Benson enough for everything he did for me during my child custody case. From the very beginning, he was compassionate, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about family law. He guided me through every step of the process with patience and clarity, always making sure I understood my options and felt supported. This has been a long battle since November 2023 but all worth it in the end.

In the courtroom, he was truly remarkable. His intelligence, quick thinking, and calm presence under pressure were unmatched. No matter how tense or difficult the situation became, he handled it with absolute professionalism and confidence. It was clear that he genuinely cared about my case and was fully invested in helping me succeed.

Because of his dedication and expertise, I was able to win custody of my children—a result that means the world to me and my family. Beyond being a phenomenal attorney, he is also a great person who treats his clients with respect and dignity.

I would highly recommend Mr. Benson to anyone in need of a family law attorney. He is not only skilled and intelligent, but also someone you can truly trust to stand by you when it matters most. He made sure to keep me informed and was honest and true the whole way.
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Cape Fear Family Law - Durham
Based on 16 reviews
I would highly recommend Cape Fear Family Law. Janet was absolutely awesome. She was straight forward and to the point. She and her staff kept me well informed throughout the entire process. Janet was tenacious in looking after my interest and an absolute tiger in mediation. Thank you Janet!!!!
Janet is by far the best attorney I have ever have had to deal with She is courteous, competent, cares about her clients and their time. An asset for sure. Thank you Janet for everything you did for me
I appreciated the service and the professionally way of dealing with my case it was on a great hand. Mr. Marcus, absolutely did his job in very good way thank you sir. Definitely next time you’re gonna be my lawyer and c.f.family law is my destination’s
thank you.
Leaving 5 stars as Marcus and his team did a great job for my divorce process. Any questions or concerns I had got back to me in a timely manner and explained everything in great detail.
Have already recommended to friends in need of legal advice!
Amazing service shout out to Marcus tingling for being squared away was so good at the end of the case people were walking up to him to tell him how good he was 10/10 recommendations go for Marcus tingling and you will be good
Cape Fear Family Law | Divorce Attorney Jacksonville NC – Divorce Lawyer Reviews

Our Core Values

Knowledgeable

Knowledgeable

We know what to do and we actively share our knowledge.

Integrity

Integrity

Honesty in action and a good moral compass.

Empathetic

Empathetic

Active understanding without judgment.

Accountable

Accountable

To yourself, your clients, your colleagues and the court.

Areas Of Practice

Child custody and visitation are two of the most important issues that stem from a relationship failing, but they are not the only issues. Often with relationship dissolution the financial tensions are extreme. Managing retirement division through equitable distribution and cash flow between two homes through alimony is fraught with conflict. We take care to guide clients through the legal landscape, out of court negotiations, and in court processes that sometimes are needed when parties cannot agree.

Services We Provide

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Divorce

When a marriage ends, legal issues immediately arise. Getting strong legal advice is the only option.

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Children

They are the most important thing in your life. Let us help you protect what you love.

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Adoption

There are multiple types of adoption available. We can help you navigate through the process.

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WILMINGTON OFFICE

Cape Fear Family Law – Wilmington
5101 Dunlea Court, Suite 202
Wilmington, NC 28405
(910) 210-0349

JACKSONVILLE OFFICE

Cape Fear Family Law – Jacksonville
222 New Bridge Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540
(910) 202-4063

DURHAM OFFICE

Cape Fear Family Law – Durham
3917 University Drive, Suite 250
Durham, NC 27707
(919) 342-4949

RALEIGH OFFICE

Cape Fear Family Law – Raleigh
4601 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 3B
Raleigh NC 27607
(919) 342-4949

FAX

(877) 848-4028

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Sometimes, the scariest part of parenting after divorce isn’t Halloween — it’s realizing your custody order no longer fits your life. 🎃School schedules, new jobs, and growing kids mean it’s time to review and refresh your agreement.At Cape Fear Family Law, we help families adjust custody orders so they work for everyone — today and in the future.📅 Schedule your review before the holidays. Peace and fairness start with an updated plan.#CapeFearFamilyLaw #CustodyModification #NCFamilyLaw #ParentingSupport #DivorceHelp
“We get this question a lot: ‘Can alimony be modified?’ 📑And the answer is — yes, it can. Life changes, and the court knows that. Maybe you lost your job, retired, or your ex’s financial situation looks completely different than when the order was made. ⚖️If the circumstances have significantly changed, you may be able to ask for a modification — to reduce, increase, or even end payments.We've seen too many people struggle under an outdated order because they didn’t realize they had options. Don’t do that to yourself.Let’s review your order and figure out what’s fair today, not years ago.— Your team at Cape Fear Family Law 💬✨#CapeFearFamilyLaw #FamilyLawNC #AlimonyHelp #DivorceSupport #NCAlimony #KnowYourRights
Mondays can feel heavy, especially when your future feels uncertain. I’ve seen so many clients walk in scared—and walk out stronger. 💪The truth? You’re braver than you realize. Every small step toward clarity—asking questions, setting boundaries, or just showing up—is progress. 🌅At Cape Fear Family Law, we don’t just handle cases—we help you rebuild confidence for what’s next.💬 Don’t fear the future—you’re stronger than you think. ⚖️ Book your roadmap session today.
“We get it — the legal forms, the deadlines, the endless paperwork… it’s enough to make anyone want to hide under a blanket. 😅But here’s the good news: you don’t have to do it alone.
At Cape Fear Family Law, we live and breathe these forms (so you don’t have to). 📂We track every deadline, file every document, and make sure nothing slips through the cracks — because your case deserves precision, not panic.So don’t fear the forms — that’s literally our job. 😉⚖️ We handle the deadlines, so you can focus on moving forward.#CapeFearFamilyLaw #FamilyLawNC #DivorceHelp #LegalSupport #WeGotYouCovered