Michael F. Schilawski

I had a very cantankerous case with Mike that meandered through the Family Court system for several years, and I couldn't think of a better attorney to have by my side. He has an great understanding of the laws (obviously), but more importantly the intricacies of the "system": the policies and proced...ures the Courts and Judges follow in the administering of the cases...this may seem insignificant, but generates many opportunities to grab the upper hand in negotiations. Most importantly, he commands respect from the Judges and the Court system, as they know he has a deep reservoir of knowledge/understanding and is a very respectful presence in their courtroom. Mike is good at devising legal strategy, and explaining the possible outcomes of your case (he can't, after all, predict the way the Judges will decide on this issue or that). He presents his cases not with fiery oration, but with the technical skill of a surgeon. On top of all this, he's a great guy, and I believe he doesn't take cases unless he believes he can make a difference. Highly recommended...

Michael is exceptionally professional, articulate, deeply knowledgable, extremely experienced, incredibly attentive to details and documents, and highly respected (maybe even feared by his less capable court room equivalent peers). Yet he is very personable, respectful, honest, witty, and humble. He ...translates legalese and family law process in a way that layman can readily understand. Since my divorce I have met many divorced men online and offline. Hearing their experience with their lawyers, with the huge community of lawyers to chose from, I am so dxmn grateful that I luckily chose and hired the best Family Lawyer across all Wake County.

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...gs, and he gently helped me see how the law applied and how the other side would contradict my assertions and opinions. In reality, he really stood up for me and for my position and helped me get to a great result. I and my child are thriving now and Mike was a huge part in helping us get there. Always remember that this is a process and I would not have anyone other than Mike and his team take me through, or walk with me, through this process. His paralegal is fantastic too. You will always get efficient, effective counsel and straightforward information. You will never be rushed.