Family & Children

Family law matters can be some of the most difficult and delicate legal matters that a person can face. Such matters have the potential to be very emotionally and financially stressful, and as such, it is important to work with an attorney you can trust, who can reassure you and keep you informed of your options, guide you through the entire process from start to finish and ensure that you come through the process with dignity.

Established in 1907, The James Avery Law Firm has become one of the most trusted law firms in North Carolina. With a team of more than 35 experienced attorneys, we are committed to helping individuals and families resolve their legal matters with compassion and skill. We focus on providing personalized solutions to each client to ensure that their best interests are protected.

Our attorneys handle the following types of family law matters:

Divorce
Separation and Property Settlement Agreements
Spousal Support
Child Custody
Child Support
Termination of Parental Rights
Annulment
Equitable Distribution and Complex Property Division
Estate Planning following Separation and Divorce
Domestic Violence
Prenuptial Agreements
Postnuptial Agreements

Criminal
If you or someone you love are facing criminal charges, it is likely that you have questions about what to do next. You may have been told by law enforcement that there is no chance for you to avoid conviction. You may be facing such serious charges that you believe there is no way to avoid years in jail or life behind bars. This, however, isn’t the truth. You have options.

By hiring a skilled defense attorney, you can fight your charges. You can fight for your freedom. You can fight for your future.

At James Avery Law Firm our legal team can work with you to investigate into the circumstances and determine what we need to do to protect your rights. You can be confident knowing that our team will do everything that we can to develop a defense strategy on your behalf. Just because you are facing criminal charges does not mean you have lost your constitutional rights. Let our defense lawyers stand up and fight for you.

Property
Our property lawyers will get your house in order

Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, subdividing or transferring a title, Rose Property Lawyers can give you the benefit of 35+ years of legal expertise.

Since 1977, our property lawyers have provided with expert commercial and residential advice on:

Council and building restrictions
Tax implications
Approval processes
Restrictive covenants and easements
Buying, selling, transferring and subdividing
Other property paperwork

James Avery’s property lawyers and conveyancers have the knowledge and experience to ensure your best interests aren’t lost in red tape.

What’s more, our long history means our property lawyers can provide the assistance you need quicker than our competitors. That puts time and money firmly on your side.

And while we’d love you to take our word, you don’t have to. We offer a FREE 30 minute consultation with an experienced property lawyer or conveyancer. So finding out for yourself costs you nothing.

No obligation. No risk. James Avery property lawyers are as safe-as-houses.

Employment
James Avery Law Firm assist individuals and businesses in a variety of employment related issues. Our attorneys are often called on to counsel employers and managers in all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotion, accommodation, investigation, discipline, and termination. We can provide educational training to employers on the complex laws and regulations governing the modern workplace and review employment handbooks, manuals, and policies for compliance. We also assist individuals and businesses in reviewing employment contracts, non-competition agreements, and severance packages.

Harassment and Discrimination (Title VII)
Retaliation and Whistleblowers
Family and Medical Leave Act
Americans with Disability Act
Fair Labor Standards Act
Wage and Hour law
Discipline, Termination and Reduction in Force
Training and Employee Handbooks