Mariana Caroline Godwin

Mariana Caroline Godwin

also known as Mariana Godwin Russell

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 17 years

Family Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody ... +2 more

1117 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

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Location

Barefoot Family Law

1117 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, Raleigh, NC, 27603-1505

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Posted by Jennifer | June 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

10 year client

Mariana has represented me for almost a decade starting with my separation in 2013. Unfortunately, I’ve needed her assistance navigating a difficult physical and legal joint custody of 4 children ever since. We’ve been through 2 parental coordinators (do not recommend), mediation, custody modificati...ons and addendums, depositions of my ex and his multiple live in girlfriends (my personal favorite strategy), police and CPS involvement and attempted restraining orders. Much more but after awhile it’s just embarrassing. Mariana has a good memory for my case which is super thick at this point. She once read 8 years of our family wizard emails before a deposition. Mariana has a good working relationship with her industry colleagues (when my ex hires and fires new attorneys Mariana gets them up to speed). Mariana is logical and non reactive. She thinks in terms of moves and counter moves. If you are looking for revenge and want a man hating bulldog that will bury your opposition in motions and BS I would keep looking. Marina isn’t going to be your big sister, BFF or your therapist and charge you for it. If you want a thoughtful, smart, and responsive attorney that will represent your interests she’s a good person to have in your corner.

Posted by Sarah | April 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic lawyer! Extremely smart, capable and genuinely caring!

Mariana could NOT have been a better lawyer. She not only helped me through a difficult divorce but also an extremely contentious child custody battle. She was bold yet genuinely cared about me as an individual. In the courtroom she is calm yet fiercely capable. I cannot say enough good things ab...out Mariana and she couldn't have a higher recommendation if you are looking for a family law attorney.

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Katherine Merritt

Family lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mariana is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and a pleasure to work with on matters. She strives to get the best outcome for her clients while being both professional and conscientious of the circumstances. I wouldn't hesitate to refer my family to her for help."

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Suzanne Nelson

Family lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sarah Privette

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Katherine Merritt

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2017

Family Law, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite- Family Law, Business North Carolina

2017

Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina

2016

Family Law, Best Lawyers

2016

Best Law Firm, Best Lawyers

2016

Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina

2016

Legal Elite-Family Law, Business North Carolina

2015

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2014

Legal Elite Young Guns, Business North Carolina

2014

Board Certified Specialist - Family Law, North Carolina State Bar

2013

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Barefoot Family Law

2009 - 2013

Attorney, Wyrick Robbins

2008 - 2009

Attorney, Hartsell & Williams

Associations

2009 - Present

Wake County Bar Association

2009 - Present

10th Judicial District Bar Association

2008 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

2008 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

2008 - 2009

Cabarrus County Bar Association

Education

2008

Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of North Carolina, Wilmington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Family Law Specialization Exam Review

Family Law Specialization Review

2013

North Carolina Bar Association, Family Law Section

Family Law Case Updates

Languages

English

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