$ 275-400 per hour
Michael F. Schilawski
also known as Mike
About Michael
Biography
Mike was admitted to practice in North Carolina in 1982, after having received a bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1971, a master’s degree in education from North Carolina State University in 1976 and a Juris Doctor degree from Campbell University in 1982. While in law school, he served as Editor-in-Chief of the Campbell Law Review. Prior to attending law school, Mike was employed for seven years as a public secondary school teacher, coach, guidance counselor and assistant principal.
In 1989, Mike was first certified as a Specialist in Family Law by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization; he has limited his practice to family law since 1989. Mike is licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court, United States District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina, the North Carolina Supreme Court and all subordinate courts. He has successfully argued family law cases before the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Supreme Court.
Mike was certified as a Family Financial Mediator by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission in 1999. He serves frequently as a mediator and an arbitrator in family law is a member of the Wake County Bar Association, the North Carolina Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the North Carolina State Bar, the North Carolina Advocates for Justice and has been a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers since 2004.
Mike is a frequent speaker at continuing legal education programs. He has earned an AV-Preeminant rating, the highest rating given by Martindale-Hubbell. Mike has been recognized by North Carolina Super Lawyers as a Super Lawyer in Family Law (2006-2018), by Business North Carolina magazine as one of the Legal Elite (2009- 2018) and was selected by US News and World Reports for inclusion on its list of The Best Lawyers in America in 2009-2019. In 2010, he was elected by his peers to the NC Legal Elite Hall of Fame. Mike was named 2019 “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 43 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1982
No misconduct found
Location
Wake Family Law Group
4350 Lassiter At North Hills Ave Ste 360, Raleigh, NC, 27609-5788
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Posted by Carl | May 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
CEO/Chairman
Mike handled my divorce and property settlement with the utmost responsibility. Mike was professional and sensitive to my x-wife, our children and me. I could not have ask for a more reasonable and responsible approach to the process.
Posted by Laura | May 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Cool, Calm and Collected
In a tough time like divorce when you feel your most vulnerable, weak and hopeless, this man will come through for you. He will be your rock until you strengthen and will be the one to get you there. He calmly helps you figure out what you need, what you deserve, and shows you that there is a futur...
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional expert assistance
Mike was personable and understanding during a difficult life transition yet tough enough to assist with actions needed for a favorable outcome for my family. He was attentive to my questions and made me feel at ease during the process. I would recommend Mike to others needing an experienced divorce...
Posted by Nicole | May 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family
Skilled and thoughtful family lawyer
Mike was not only very knowledgeable about family law and the ins and outs of the procedures, but he was also extremely thoughtful during the process. I was not an easy client (I don't know that there are any "easy" family law cases) but he managed me very well. He considered my opinions and feelin...
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers
2010
2010 Legal Elite Hall of Fame, Business North Carolina
2009
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2009
Best Lawyers, US News and World Reports
2006
Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Member, Wake Family Law Group
Associations
2016 - Present
North Carolina American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersChair Person for the Board of Examiners
2004 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
1999 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association, Dispute Resolution SectionCertified Family Financial Mediator
1992 - Present
AV-Preeminant Rating, the highest rating given by Martindale-HubbellFellow
1981 - 1982
Campbell University School of LawCampbell University Law Review; Editor-In-Chief
Sample of Legal Cases
Winter v. Williams
Bromhal v. Stott
Bromhal v. Stott
Browning v. Helff
Cohen v. Cohen
Crisp v. Crisp
Glass v. Glass
Education
1982
Campbell University
J.D.
1976
North Carolina State University
MA - Masters
1971
University of North Carolina
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2008
North Carolina Bar Foundation - Family Law & Mediation Round Table Discussion
Family Law & Mediation
2006
North Carolina Bar Foundation - Family (Un) Ties; Basics of Family Law
Real Estate Issues and Transactions
2005
North Carolina Bar Association - Practical Family Law
Post Separation Support & Alimony
2004
North Carolina Bar Association, Family Law Section Annual Meeting
Cohabitation and Emerging Legal Issues
2004
North Carolina Bar Association Basics of Family Law
Attorney's Fees and Retainer Agreements
Languages
English