Marcia K. Stewart

From the day that I first met Marcia, I knew that she was going to be "the one me". She listened to everything I had to say, and asked questions to help clarify. You could tell she was not listening as a formality, but that she was listening to actually hear what I had to say, and this was very r...efreshing. Marcia made no promises as to what she could or could not accomplish for me in the court room, only that she would do the very best that she could to represent me. This was also so very nice because I had had previous counsel that had many false promises as to what they would be able to accomplish on my behalf. Marcia met with me a few times between when I hired her, and my court date. This was reassuring to me because it showed me that she had not forgotten about my case, and that she cared to give my case attention outside of the courtroom. Again, just very comforting. Finally, it was time for my day in court. I was very nervous as this was not my first custody hearing, and others had not gone as I had hoped. Marcia was just amazing! She was able to help calm my nerves while hitting home runs at the same time. She focused on the issues that needed to be addressed, not straying off. She presented on hard facts and documents into evidence for the judge, no pictures or anything like that. And WOW! I was just so impressed. At the end of the trial I came out with more time with my child than I have ever had the privilege of enjoying, and I know that a major factor in that was Marcia! I would not be enjoying this arrangement without the hard work and dedication that Marcia and her team put into my case. Words will never be enough to thank them for what I have now. If you are looking for a lawyer that will give you time, dedication and attention, then look no further; Marcia is the one that you want! She is sweet in the office and spectacular in the court room, and you definitely want her on your side.

Marcia handled my child custody case as well as other ongoing issues against my soon to be ex wife. At a time where fathers, especially successful working fathers with stay at home wives, are cast aside by so many when it comes to sharing equally in the raising of their young children, it takes an at...torney with not only the knowledge of the law, but one who has real people skills to make the process understandable so the client can feel they have the best chance at the desired result. Marcia will do that for you and did it for me. Its a frustrating situation to be dragged into a legal process you dont understand, didnt want, and cannot control. The last thing any client wants is to get advice and help from someone who acts distant, unemotional, and non caring because you are just the latest client who cant get along with a spouse or agree on custody arrangements for your kids. While I had to personally face my own emotional frustrations, when it came to something so sensitive as child custody process, I was glad Marcia was there for me because she was real and not some stuffed shirt only concerned about her image and banking her fee. I felt at ease going through each issue with her and was glad for her simple and direct explanations about the strengths and weaknesses of my case while making me feel like I mattered as a father of two little girls who wanted and needed to have their father share in their upbringing. Choosing a lawyer is very important when it comes to any issue, but none more so than when it comes to issues related to the family. In addition to having your lawyer deal with you honestly, relate to you as a person, and offer support while letting you know that you also have responsibilities throughout the process, you need someone who has the day to day knowledge of the local court system and all the players including Judges and opposing counsel. Marcia knows that as well as anyone in Johnston County. These subtle but important factors must be considered when choosing a lawyer because you are putting your case's hands in one Judge who makes a life changing decision. Marcia used to be a Judge so she knows the ins and outs of making sure your case is presented to the Judge in the best way. Your comfort level with your attorney is very important as you will have to interact with him or her regularly to make sure your case is organized and handled in the best possible way. I recommend Marcia not only because of her knowledge and experience but mainly because I feel like I am talking to a real person when she is working with me on my case. She knows what questions to ask so I can provide the proper information while staying away from issues that are not really relevant to the result. She can relate to every type of person and with my fiery and direct personality combined with the expectations I have, I am not the easiest person to deal with and she handled me properly and professionally. Ultimately its about results and Marcia won joint 50/50 custody for me against my spouse who felt me having little to no time with them was more appropriate. From day one I was told by others that the facts did not automatically allow for a working father to share equal custody with a stay at home mom with the kids being so young so it seemed to be an uphill battle. Marcia fought for me and did what she needed to do to get me equal custody and I am very thankful for her work. Marcia did as well as anyone could for me on this issue and I would highly recommend her for any person needing someone to handle custody issues in Johnston County.