$ 150-650 per hour
Mary Jean Gurganus
also known as Mary Gurganus
About Mary
Biography
I am the CEO and founder of Triangle Divorce Lawyers, and for more than 20 years, I have helped families move through difficult transitions. My promise to every client is simple: your voice will be heard, you will never walk alone, and you will emerge stronger.
My team and I focus on family law, estate matters, and collaborative practice, working to reduce conflict and support long‑term stability.
I also believe deeply in giving back. I lead a free monthly divorce workshop, provide continuing education for counselors, ministers, and attorneys, offer pro bono guidance to therapists and ministers who receive subpoenas, and host regular networking and social events to support the local small‑business community.
My firm has built a supportive, values‑driven culture grounded in strong core values and healthy work‑life balance. When our team thrives, our clients feel that strength behind them every step of the way.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Mary Gurganus
109 N Boylan Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Triangle Divorce Lawyers
5000 CentreGreen Way, Suite 500- By Appointment Only, Cary, NC, 27513
Triangle Divorce Lawyers
1784 Heritage Center Drive, Suite 204-By Appointment Only, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
Triangle Divorce Lawyers
8838 Clayton Blvd, Suite 200, Clayton, NC, 27520
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Mary Jean Gurganus's Reviews
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Posted by Jason | November 4, 2018 | Hired Attorney
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Wonderful Firm
Let's face it, finding a lawyer for any reason can be very stressful. I'm here to say, Mary and her team exceeded my expectations of a law firm. Mary takes every case with a level of passion and dedication that makes you feel very comfortable with trusting her with your case. She reads and respond...
Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2013
Client 2011-2012
Mary was very direct and clear about her recommendations, but was also willing to do whatever I asked during a very complicated custody, equitable distribution and divorce process. She was supportive and has a great sense of humor. She has good relationships with her legal counterparts, which ultim...
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2012
Highly recommend
Mary and her staff handled my custody and separation matters. Mary was very knowledgable and provided me with the information I needed during a highly contested divorce. She did an excellent job in court and I was well represented through the entire case. Would highly recommend.
Posted by James | October 11, 2012
Great Experience
Mary and her entire staff were great. She always was very responsive to my questions, understands the local system and structure very well and offered outstanding advice, based on the situation at hand. She was compassionate to the things that were important to me, while applying common sense to th...
Posted by Alicia | April 25, 2012
Excellent and personable attorney
Mary was just the attorney I needed to get me through my very difficult divorce. Not only is she an extremely capable attorney, but she was understanding and comforting during a pretty difficult time. Mary is an expert in her field and easy to work with too. I highly recommend her.
Mary Jean Gurganus's Lawyer Endorsements
"I had the pleasure of meeting Mary recently at a legal event. Mary's level of expertise in divorce and separation and her commitment to her clients are unmatched. She is dedicated to providing high quality legal services to her clients and helps them through some of the toughest times in their lives with sympathy and compassion. I highly recommend her services."
"Mary is a devoted and zealous advocate for her clients. When a family needs her help she is rises up to the task of ensuring that her client is protected and helped every step of the case. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Mary is a phenomenal lawyer. She has built an amazing team that has the ability to handle any family law case."
"Compassionate! Smart! You will be in good hands!"
"I highly recommend Mary for your family law matter. She is a trustworthy, passionate, and caring. I have no doubt she will fight for you."
"Power Lawyer are the words I would use to describe Mary. Not only is she extremely knowledgeable, but she aggressively fights to protect the rights for her clients. I highly recommend Mary if you are need of a family law attorney!"
"I have known Mary for several years. She is the consummate professional. Mary understands her clients and effectively fights for their rights. Highly recommended."
"I have known Mary for some time. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in her field. Mary has the unique ability to aggressively represent her clients interests, while understanding and balancing the sensitive and delicate issues presented in most Family law cases. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Excellent attorney. Great staff. I highly recommend this attorney."
"Mary can truly empathize with her client's and has an intimate understanding of the emotional side to divorce litigation."
"If you need a divorce or separation attorney, look no further than Mary. She truly cares for her clients and is dedicated to being the best at what she does."
"I endorse this lawyer, she is well-respected in the legal community, and very knowledgeable."
"Mary brings blends strong common sense with superior technical skill in pursing the best result for her clients. We have collaborated on several matters. I have found her ability to see the big picture while tenaciously negotiating individual points to be a winning combination. I strongly recommend Mary for your divorce or custody matters."
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Experience
Honors
2025
North Carolina Family Law Power List, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2024
North Carolina Family Law Power List, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2024
Power List, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
2023
2023 North Carolina Pro Bono Honor Society, North Carolina State Bar
2011
Listed as Who's Who, Cambridge Registry
2006
Listing in Who.'s Who, Cambridge Registry
2005
Cum Laude, North Carolina Central University School of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
CEO and Senior Attorney, Triangle Divorce Lawyers
2011 - 2015
Guardian ad Litem Conflict Attorney Advocate, Wake County Guardian ad Litem Program
2005 - 2014
Attorney, Mary Gurganus Attorney at Law PA
Associations
2011 - Present
Wake County Bar Association
2005 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association
2005 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar Association
2004 - 2005
Innocence ProjectPresident
2004 - 2005
Phi Kappa Alpha Law Fraternity
Sample of Legal Cases
Prenuptial Agreement
It was three times what was initially offered.
Collaborative Law Divorce
Settled and divorce finalized
Parent relocated child out of state without consent of Client
Child returned to NC
Parent with a Drug Problem
Client received sole legal and physical custody
Domestic Violence Protective Order
Dismissed
Primary Custody to Dad
Primary custody to Dad, alternating weekends with Mom
Failure To Pay
Client received all money owed
High Asset Divorce
Resolved in mediation to client's satisfaction
Education
2005
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor with Honors
1987
Loyola University Maryland
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2015
Advanced Issues in Family and Divorce Law
Ethics in Family Law
2013
Financial Divorce Settlements From Start to Finish
Equitable Distribution, Retirement and Ethics
2013
Child Custody Procedures-Form by Form
Child Custody and Child Support Litigation
2011
Guardian ad Litem In Service Training
"Time to Go to Court"
Publications
2015
Triangle Divorce Lawyers Feb 2015 Newsletter
Online Dating Safeguards
2015
Triangle Divorce Lawyers Brochure
Getting to Know the Process
2015
Attorney at Law Magazine
Divorce Law Firm of the Month Triangle Divorce Lawyers
2015
Attorney at Law Magazine
Legal Briefs
2014
Mary Gurganus Attorney at Law PA
Options: Sample Child Custody Schedules
2014
Mary Gurganus Attorney at Law PA
Co-Parenting for the Divorced Couple
2013
Mary Gurganus Attorney at Law PA
Representing Yourself? How To Prepare for Court
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Separation/Divorce question: Car in both names - what can I do to remove my name?
16 Sep 2015
Q&A
Affordable Child Custody Attorney in Wake County?
19 Jun 2015
Q&A
Can we just sign the birth certificate
20 Jun 2015