Anne Thurston Debnam

Anne Thurston Debnam

also known as A.T. Debnam

5.0
Rating: 7.9

Licensed for 16 years

Family Lawyer at Raleigh, NC
Practice Areas: Family, Child Custody, Child Support ... +2 more

4601 Six Forks Road, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC

About Anne

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Areas

Family 20%

Specialize in all matters related to family law; child custody, child support, post separation support, alimony, equitable distribution, absolute divorce, alienation of affection and criminal conversation.

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 16 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 7 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2018

MCLE Non-Practicing

No misconduct found

Location

Smith Debnam Narron Drake Saintsing & Myers, LLP

4601 Six Forks Road, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC, 27609

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Anne Thurston Debnam's Reviews

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7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Smart, Thorough and Professional

Anne Debnam is a smart, thorough attorney! Her paperwork and language in her documents are the absolute best! When you need a smart strategy, thorough paperwork, a person who really advocates for you - there is no one better. She is also excellent in litigation --- she was well prepared, and t...hat created an advantage to me and my outcome.

Posted by anonymous | July 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

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Best in Town!

A.T. Debnam and the Mueller Law firm could not have done a better job for me in a very difficult time. They were always available to answer so many questions and advise me what to do. They were always professional and were there for me throughout the whole process. I could not have found a better fir...m to work with. Thank You!!!

Posted by John | July 8, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thoughful and focused

I feel extremely fortunate to have chosen AT Debnam and the Mueller Law Firm to represent me during my recent divorce. Not only did everyone treat me with exceptional professionalism at all times, they also made me feel more of a friend and less of a client. During such a difficult emotional time thi...s meant a great deal. They not only excel at all legal aspects, but they also understand the personal turmoil involved. It was truly appreciated. AT was just magnificent at handling my specific case. Thoroughly prepared always, of course, and wholly focused on what was best for me. One of her greatest strengths, in my opinion, was her capacity to give me strong, rational advice and then listen to me when I perhaps wanted to do something a little different. This shows that she cares about the person and their situation first and foremost. Who wouldn’t want that when going through this ordeal? This sets her apart. From the professional approach to the personal touch, I could not recommend anyone higher than AT and my entire experience with the firm as a whole was exceptional.

Posted by Larry | September 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Service

I can not say enough good things about A.T. and her staff. They handled my case professionally and personally from the very first phone call. Prompt, the response time was incredible. I never waited more that 24 hours to get a response to a question. We were able to arrange an out of court settlement... in record time. Thanks to the guidance from this firm, all parties involved left satisfied. Without question I would recommend A.T. and this firm.

Posted by anonymous | January 2, 2015

Review of Anne Thurston Debnam's performance

During the past several years, I have worked with Ms. Debnam on finalizing my divorce. She has always been prompt in responding to my concerns and is infinitely patient with all the minutiae involved in a divorce. I found her to be thorough and easy to talk to during our meetings. She displays sy...mpathy when facing complex emotions but keeps the work on track throughout the process. I have complete trust in her and feel that she has left no stone unturned looking out for my interests.

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Daniel Barker

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 07

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"I highly recommend AT Debnam to anyone looking for an quality family law attorney in Wake County, NC. AT is competent, caring, intelligent and focused on achieving her clients' objectives. She has a masterful understanding of human psychology, especially in the context of highly charged divorce, separation and child custody cases. If you are searching for an attorney who skillfully navigates the rough waters of divorce while maintaining sensitivity and focus, you should interview and consider hiring AT...she's good, no other way to say it."

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Experience

Rating:  7.9 (Very Good)

Honors

2017

2017, 2018 and 2019 Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers

2014

Board Certified Family Law Specialist, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization

2014

Family Forum Newsletter Editor, North Carolina Bar Association

2009

Outstanding Family Law Student Award, North Carolina Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, The Mueller Law Firm, P.A.

2009 - 2010

Attorney, The Woodruff Law Firm, P.L.

Associations

2010 - Present

Wake County Bar Association

2009 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Education

2009

Elon University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Wake Forest University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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