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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

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.
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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) 858-2744
RALEIGH OFFICE
Cape Fear Family Law – Raleigh
4601 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 3B
Raleigh NC 27607
(919) 925-4199
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Latest Blog Posts
If you share legal custody, you may be wondering: “Can I sign my child’s IEP on my own?”
The answer? It depends on what your custody order actually says.
Joint legal custody doesn’t necessarily mean that every educational decision has to be made in exactly the same way. Your order may address who has decision-making authority, whether certain decisions must be mutual, and what happens when you and the other parent disagree.
Before you sign or refuse to sign an IEP, take a close look at your custody order.
And if you’re still unsure, that’s a good time to get legal guidance.
Save this post for later, and share it with a parent who needs to see it. ⚖️
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Mediation day doesn`t have to feel like a blur.
Our free Mediation Day Checklist covers every document to bring, every question to settle before you walk in, and a kid kit so the little things don`t get lost in the big day.
Download it free — link in bio.
🔗https://capefearfamilylaw.com/what-should-i-bring-to-mediation-in-north-carolina/
#MediationDay #FamilyLawNC #CapeFearFamilyLaw #DivorceMediation #CoParenting
One year down. 🎉 Join us in celebrating Melissa Bradnick`s first anniversary with Cape Fear Family Law — proudly serving families across Durham, Franklin, Granville, and Wake counties.
Thank you for all you do, Melissa!
#CapeFearFamilyLaw #OneYearStrong #NCFamilyLaw
Mediation isn`t the day to wing it. Bring your documents, your decisions, and your patience — that`s it.
Our newest guide breaks down exactly what to pack for custody mediation vs. financial mediation (they`re not the same room, and definitely not the same paperwork), plus a full kid go-bag list for when childcare falls through.
Read the complete list + grab our free Mediation Day Checklist
🔗 Link in bio.
#FamilyLaw #NCMediation #DivorceSupport #CapeFearFamilyLaw #CoParenting
Happy Labor Day from Cape Fear Family Law!
Today we`re taking a moment to honor the hard work, dedication, and resilience that goes into building a life — for our clients, our community, and our team. Whether you`re navigating a career change, a new chapter, or simply enjoying a well-earned day off, we hope it`s a good one.
Our offices will be closed today, but we`ll be back tomorrow ready to help. If you need guidance on a family law matter, reach out — we`re here for you.
📞 Call us or visit our website to schedule a consultation.









































