Elizabeth A. Stephenson

"My clients aren't legal cases; they are real people going through tough problems.  I'm their advisor, their advocate and their path to a better life."

Family law is my passion and it’s all I’ve practiced for over 20 years.  I enjoy taking the time to really get to know my clients and learn their story. This gives me the chance to dig deep to discover their ultimate goals and work with them to develop a winning strategy.  That means sitting face to face with them, if possible, and sharing the pros and the cons of their case.  Family law cases are often times filled with bitter emotions and resentment and I won’t sugar coat it. I’m upfront and honest about the likely outcome.  Every case has it’s good and bad, and my job is to put your facts and circumstances in the best light to get you the best outcome.

 As the proud mom of a teenager, I am keenly aware of the deep bond that exists between a parent and child. I know how important it is to protect that relationship, especially during stressful times like divorce or separation. That’s why I’m such a strong advocate for children and families.

I have extensive experience helping North Carolina families struggling with issues like:

·          How to be the best parent you can be when going through a separation or divorce.

·          Helping develop a plan to get out of an abusive relationship.

·          Determining if you should receive or pay child or spousal support.

·          What’s the best division of the marital property for you and your long term goals?

 I understand the emotional upheaval and stress experienced by families facing separation and divorce. Using expert knowledge of North Carolina family law and 17 years of practice in the field, I am dedicated to providing steadfast support and guidance to each and every client.

 I have a wide range of experience in a range of different legal proceedings, including mediations, arbitrations, litigation, and appeals, and she is the person you want by your side when you’re facing divorce, separation, child custody, property division, domestic violence, or any other family law issue.

 With a master’s degree in social work, I’ve helped families by providing therapeutic services to children and families in need. Following my passion for helping victims of domestic abuse and the casualties of broken marriages, I choose to go into family law. I attended North Carolina Central University School of Law, graduating with honors in 2000.

 I’m a native of Cary, North Carolina, a member of the North Carolina State Bar, the North Carolina Bar Association, and the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association. While in law school, she was a member of the Trial Advocacy Team, Moot Court, and Senior Editor of the Law Journal. In addition to practicing law,

I believe in giving back to the community. I’m an active supporter of the North Carolina Theatre, North Carolina Museum of Art, Prevent Child Abuse, SAFEChild, American Heart Association, InterAct of Wake County and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) of Wake County.