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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
4.7
Based on 234 reviews
Melenni and the staff at Cape Fear Family Law were extremely helpful and supportive. I was always afraid that lawyers would try to milk me for every cent, and I never felt that way with Melenni or any one else I worked with at Cape Fear Family Law. I felt valued and understood, and everyone was kind, friendly, and compassionate. I HIGHLY recommend Cape Fear Family Law!
I am very pleased working with Granger Benson in my child custody and support case. It was not easy, however it is resolved now. Granger maintained a good communication with me and we discussed all the details and my concerns. He did a great job!
Kayleigh is by far the best! I met with her after I had met with 4 different lawyers and from the moment of consultation to the divorce she guided me through everything. She reassured me on different problems I had arise throughout this process. She answered every single one of my questions in ways that I understood and I felt confident going into this. She also told me when I was being unreasonable, and helped me put my mind on track and the end goal. Even while I was states away she took all the stress off of me for my breech of contract, and filing for divorce.
Amazing. Very helpful and informative. Good communication and very timely. Thank you for your help
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Cape Fear Family Law - Jacksonville
4.9
Based on 70 reviews
Kayleigh Davenport (Attorney) and the team i had at Cape Fear Family Law truly helped me with such am anxious time in my life! She helped lighten this load that was such a huge stressor in my life! From the initial phone consultation to the very last step everyone was helpful, clear in communication, responsive and understanding! Kayleigh and everyone at the firm that helped me out truly saved me from a period in my life that seemed like there was no light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you all!!
Highly recommend Cape Fear Family Law and Attorney Benson! We had a sensitive situation that he helped us handle with exceptional knowledge and professionalism. Any of our questions were answered in a timely manner and we appreciated the help of him and his team.
Allie Moore has been delightful to work with. She is very knowledgeable, responsive, and communicative. Once I contacted her, she immediately went to work on my case. Allie made could have been a long dragged out process one that went more smoothly than anticipated. If you’re looking for a family law attorney who is no nonsense, gives it to you straight and works diligently to get you the desired results, she’s your person.
Erica Benson is the most Amazing, compassionate,Professional Attorney in Jacksonville
From Day one she was not only my Lawyer but my Strength.
She puts her heart soul and knowledge into my case.As I know she does for everyone of her clients.
Every step of the way she will be there through the process, as she has continued to do for me.
I’m grateful and fortunate to have her working with and for me.
If you are needing the Best Attorney here in Jacksonville I highly recommend you make an appointment with her
Roy Jacobs was great met my every need
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Cape Fear Family Law - Durham
5.0
Based on 10 reviews
Recently, Marcus Tingling represented me with a family matter. Mr. Tingling was extremely knowledgeable and informative throughout all court proceedings. Mr. Tingling ensured I was aware of all possibilities prior to each court hearing. Please give Marcus Tingling a call to assist you with your family matters!
Marcus Tingling was a great attorney and helped me navigate legal agreements and documents quickly and effectively. All virtual and at an affordable rate. Highly recommend his services.
Marcus has been extremely patient and helpful throughout my process! He does a good job in explaining everything and listening to his clients!
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Marcus and his team were amazing. Would recommend them for anyone that needs a great law firm
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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

Cape Fear Family Law | Divorce Attorney Jacksonville NC Wilmington NC

Divorce

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

Cape Fear Family Law | Children Child Custody Child Support Attorney Wilmington NC Wilmington NC

Children

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

Cape Fear Family Law | Children Adoption in North Carolina

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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Latest Blog Posts

Selected Super Lawyers

Janet L. Gemmell & Allie C. Moore were named to the 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers list.

Breaking Down a Messy Divorce – With a Side of Sanctions

When it came time to divvy up the marital estate, the judge made it clear that David’s antics had consequences

Courtroom Absenteeism – Not the Best-Strategy

Fairness is subjective when you’re not even in the courtroom to make your case.

Child Support INCREASED after 2 kids age out – Court of Appeals 2024

With no children born from the marriage but adult kids from previous ones, they quickly found themselves fighting over everything from houses to a boat

Crenshaw Child Support

The plaintiff’s subpoena attempts to delve into family business tax returns were promptly hit with a protective order

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Child Support INCREASED after 2 kids age out – Court of Appeals 2024
With no children born from the marriage but adult kids from previous ones, they quickly found themselves fighting over everything from houses to a boatRead more: https://capefearfamilylaw.com/child-support-increased-after-2-kids-age-out-court-of-appeals-2024/