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.
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WILMINGTON OFFICE
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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
✈️ Quick question for co-parents:
Have you reviewed your custody order before booking summer travel?
Many parents are surprised to learn that their agreement may contain specific requirements for vacations, out-of-state trips, travel notices, or passport permissions.
The best time to address travel concerns is before the bags are packed.
💬 Are your summer plans already set?
#SummerTravel #CustodyTips #CoParenting #FamilyLaw #CapeFearFamilyLaw
💙 Happy Father`s Day
Today, we celebrate the dads, stepdads, grandfathers, and father figures who show up with love, guidance, and unwavering support.
Whether you`re coaching from the sidelines, helping with homework, or simply being present through life`s ups and downs, your impact matters more than you know.
At Cape Fear Family Law, we`re honored to work with fathers who put their children first every day.
Happy Father`s Day to all the dads making a difference. 👏
#FathersDay #DadLife #FamilyFirst #CapeFearFamilyLaw
🖤❤️💚 Honoring Juneteenth
Today, we recognize Juneteenth, a day that commemorates freedom, resilience, and the ongoing pursuit of justice and equality.
As family law professionals, we understand that strong families and strong communities are built on fairness, dignity, and opportunity. Juneteenth reminds us of the importance of those values and the work that continues to strengthen them.
We honor the history, celebrate the progress, and reflect on the responsibility we all share to help create a more just future for generations to come.
#Juneteenth #FreedomDay #Justice #Community #FamilyFirst #CapeFearFamilyLaw
Deployment orders can affect more than your schedule — they can impact court dates, custody matters, financial obligations, and legal deadlines.
Many Marines don’t realize the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) may provide important legal protections before and during deployment.
From postponing certain court proceedings to protecting your rights while serving, understanding the SCRA early can make a major difference.
Questions about military family law or deployment-related legal issues in North Carolina? Cape Fear Family Law is here to help.
👨👧 Think North Carolina courts automatically favor moms? Think again.
The "Mom Always Wins" rule is one of the biggest myths in family law.
North Carolina courts are required to make custody decisions based on the best interests of the child—not the parent`s gender. Fathers have the same right to seek primary or joint custody, and judges look closely at factors like involvement, stability, communication, and consistency.
In our latest blog, Attorney Melissa Bradnick breaks down:
✅ The truth about fathers` rights in North Carolina
✅ How judges actually evaluate custody cases
✅ The Gray Rock communication method for high-conflict co-parenting
✅ Common mistakes that can hurt a father`s case
⚖️ If you`re a dad navigating custody, strategy matters more than stereotypes.
📖 Read the full blog: Link in our bio.
#FathersRights #ChildCustody #FamilyLaw #NorthCarolinaLaw #CoParenting #GranvilleCounty #CapeFearFamilyLaw #CustodyMatters #DadLife #FamilyCourt
