$ 375-450 per hour
also known as Kris Hilscher
Kris is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and a board certified specialist in family law. Kris has been described as a 'born strategist,' and brings this systematic approach to every case. Kris frequently serves as a co-counsel on military divorce and military pension division cases, and represents clients facing child custody, alimony, equitable distribution, division of trusts or businesses in divorce, domestic violence, child support, termination of parental rights, and all related family law matters.
Kris won the 2023 Leaders in the Law Award from NC Lawyers Weekly,honoring lawyers who set the standard for other lawyers, make outstanding contributions to the practice of law, show leadership in improving the justice system, act as role models and mentors, and make essential contributions to the legal community. He was recognized as a family law Legal Elite by Business North Carolina Magazine. Kris has received an AV rating by Martindale Hubbell - a distinction awarded to lawyers who have achieved the highest level of professional excellence as rated by lawyers and judges. In addition, Kris writes articles, and teaches continuing education classes to lawyers on family law topics and military divorce topics. He has been featured on CNN's HLN, ABC, NBC, WRAL, and The Guardian.
Kris married his high school sweetheart, Chelsey, and together they have three children.
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5511 Capital Center Dr., Suite 320, Raleigh, NC, 27606
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Posted by Michael | October 17, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional lawyer
Kris has been an exceptional lawyer guiding me through many aspects of my divorce process. During my selection process Kris quickly distinguished himself as someone who cared about coming to the best possible outcome based on the circumstances of the case and his personal moral and ethical values an...
Posted by Albert | November 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family
The consummate professional and competent attorney
Kris served me very well during my custody trial. He is very knowledgeable about the system, procedure and law. He's also a very strategic planner and the ultimate ethical professional. In the end, his level headed and reassuring demeanor proved very valuable in getting me justice for my family. ...
Posted by Pete | April 22, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Sharp, Clear and Focused
Kris Hilscher represented me in both a professional and kind manner. He was able to take on my case given short notice and absorb the information quickly. He listened to what I was looking for in my representation and provided various strategies and the pros and cons of them. He made clear and dec...
Posted by Brian | October 01, 2014 | Divorce & Separation
Honest, hardworking, and knowledgeable are only the tip of the iceberg when describing Kris Hilscher.
When I came to Younce & Vtipil I only needed a separation agreement, or so I thought. My life started to spin out of control with accusations of violence that were simply not true. I was introduced to Kris Hilscher and from day one, not only was he very knowledgeable, he got to know me. Kris got to...
Posted by JLN | February 04, 2014
Thank you Kris!
Attorney Kris Hilscher is a dedicated and hardworking attorney. He is honest, and forthright. By being so straightforward we knew exactly what to expect. Mr. Hilscher is: honest, trustworthy, inspires confidence, uses “plain talk” that a non-law person such as myself could understand. He pa...
"I am impressed with Mr. Hilscher's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Attorney Hilscher is well respected in the community and a passionate advocate for his clients. Anyone would be lucky to have him as their attorney. I endorse this lawyer"
"I endorse this lawyer. Had the pleasure of working on a recent case with Kris. He's competent and professional and really fights for his clients."
"I endorse Kristopher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
Criminal defense lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Divorce and separation lawyer
Family lawyer
2023
Leader in the Law, NC Lawyers Weekly
2018
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2016
Top Rated Lawyer-AV® Preeminent™ Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018 - Present
Attorney, Sullivan & Hilscher Family Law
2012 - 2018
Attorney, Younce & Vtipil
2009 - 2012
Attorney, Page Law Office, PLLC
2007 - 2008
Intern, Akins, Hunt, & Fearon
2012 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Phi Alpha Delta
2003 - Present
Pi Sigma Alpha - Honor FraternityMember
2011 - 2012
Lee County Bar AssociationPresident
2010 - 2011
Lee County Bar AssociationVice President
Obtained primary custody for an out-of-state Dad.
Protective Order dismissed in favor of my client.
Obtained an unequal distribution in my client's favor of an estate valued well in excess of 1 million dollars
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JD - Juris Doctor
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BA - Bachelor of Arts
2019
Post Trial Matters in Family Court
2019
Military Pension Division
2017
Change in NC Law
2008
English
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