Our Story
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
Our Core Values
Knowledgeable
We know what to do and we actively share our knowledge.
Integrity
Honesty in action and a good moral compass.
Empathetic
Active understanding without judgment.
Accountable
To yourself, your clients, your colleagues and the court.
Areas Of Practice
Services We Provide
Money and Assets
Financial security is vital to success. Let us help protect your financial future.
Parent Coordinator Services
Navigating the complexities of custody disputes by serving as a neutral third-party Parent Coordinator.
Certified Mediators and Mediations
Working with both parties (and their attorneys) to facilitate negotiations and find a mutually agreeable resolution to their dispute.
Meet Our Team
Let's Connect
WILMINGTON OFFICE
JACKSONVILLE OFFICE
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
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Latest Blog Posts
✨ Waneta Ellis: 2025 Top Litigator ✨
Courage in the courtroom. Compassion in the community. Commitment to justice that never wavers. 👩⚖️
Waneta Ellis doesn’t just practice law—she lives it. She speaks truth with strength, defends children with heart, and stands tall for families who need a champion.
👏 Congratulations, Waneta! This honor is more than a title—it’s a testament to the impact you make every single day.
Read full blog: https://capefearfamilylaw.com/waneta-ellis-named-2025-top-litigator/
💙 We listen first. Always.
Every case represents real people, real families, and real emotions. At Cape Fear Family Law, empathy is not an afterthought. It is the foundation of how we serve.
We take the time to understand your situation so our guidance is thoughtful, personal, and grounded in care.
🤍 Here, you are never just a case.
#FamilyLaw #NorthCarolinaLaw #DivorceSupport #CustodyMatters #LegalSupport #YouAreNotAlone
Grace Measel is our 2025 Most Supportive Operations/Admin Award Winner.
She’s the front door guardian. The printing queen. The Sales Team backup. The Cassidy collaborator. The client whisperer. The eight-dog origin story. The future divorce attorney. The determined one.
She’s needed. She’s appreciated. And she’s exactly where she belongs. Congratulations, Grace. You’re not just getting your foot in the door anymore. You ARE the door. 🚪
Read full blog: https://capefearfamilylaw.com/grace-measel-named-2025-most-supportive-operations-and-admin-award-winner/
#therealmvps #accountable #gettingitdone #GuardingTheFrontDoor
📞 If 2026 is your year for clarity, we’re ready.
Big decisions don’t have to feel overwhelming when you have the right guidance. Taking that first step is often what turns uncertainty into confidence.
We’re here to listen, explain your options, and help you move forward with a clear plan.
👉 Schedule a consultation today and start the year supported and informed.
www.capefearfamilylaw.com/contact-us/
Sarah L. Winkler is our 2025 Most Supportive Team Member. 🎉
In photography, composition is everything. The best photographers know how to frame a shot so that every element works together to create something meaningful. Sarah Winkler does that for Cape Fear Family Law.
She frames the work so that nothing falls through the cracks. She positions herself wherever she’s needed most. She catches the details that make the difference between good and excellent.
#DivorceQueen #MVP #technologyguru #knowledgeable #WilmingtonOffice4Lyfe
