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also known as Autumn D. Osbourne, Autumn Osbourne
Autumn D. Osbourne has spent more than a decade representing North Carolina families in court and settlement negotiations. She is Board Certified in Family Law by the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction held by fewer than 2% of attorneys in the state. Her legal skills have been recognized by organizations such as Thomson Reuters and Avvo.
Autumn’s dedication extends beyond the courtroom. She is passionate about giving back to the community through work with the Durham County Legal Aid Clinic and Durham’s Women Clinic. She also mentors attorneys in the family law field, believing that strong legal advocacy benefits not just clients but the entire community.
She holds a Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University School of Law, as well as a Master’s degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Bachelor’s degree from Virginia Tech. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family, being on the water, visiting the beach, and enjoying the outdoors.
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Chat withState: North Carolina
Acquired: 2009
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1511 Shannon Rd, Suite 150, Durham, NC, 27707
27 Hillsboro St, Pittsboro, NC, 27312
1740-202 Heritage Center, Wake Forest, NC, 27587
201 Shannon Oaks Cir, #100, Cary, NC, 27511
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Autumn and her team at Ellis Law are unprofessional. Unethical billing practices. They gave no transparency about the work they did at cost to me. I received my bill for twice the trust I had paid at no notice to me. They listened to recordings I stored for safekeeping only at cost and no legal benef...
Posted by Regina | May 28, 2024 | Hired Attorney
"Cautionary Notice: While seeking legal representation, it's crucial to prioritize integrity. My experience with Autumn Osbourne highlights the importance of thorough vetting. Despite assurances of comprehensive service for my Equitable Divorce Agreement, significant oversights occurred. Despite clai...
Posted by Emily | August 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Autumn was referred to me by a friend who had been in legal action AGAINST a former spouse represented by Autumn. She knew Autumn was exactly who I needed to get my separation done efficiently and professionally, while helping me maintain an amicable relationship at home for us and our kids. Autumn ...
Posted by Brandi | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Autumn was by my side the whole step of the way throughout getting my separation. She thought of things I never would have thought about during my process, so it saved me a lot of pain and aggravation down the road. You can really tell she does her job very thoroughly and cares about the wellbeing of...
Posted by anonymous | July 16, 2015
Autumn has helped me more than i can put it words. Autumn has gave me peace. Answered every question I had. She is on top of things. Responds back to me within minutes of asking her questions. Being a young mother, I wanted the best for me and my child and Autumn is the best you can find. I highly hi...
"I am impressed with Ms. Osbourne's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. She has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"I have worked with Autumn as opposing counsel on several cases over the years. I always enjoy working with Autumn. She is an excellent attorney. She is knowledgeable, professional, and responsive. Autumn cares about her clients and works to achieve the best possible results for them."
"I highly endorse Autumn. She knows the law to the most nuanced point. She will zealously represent her client while maintaining professionalism and ethics throughout."
"I endorse this lawyer. Autumn is a zealous advocate who cares about her clients. She is knowledgeable about the law and uses that expertise to explore resolution outside of the courtroom, if possible. Autumn has always acted professionally in our cases together."
"Autumn is an aggressive, non-nonsense advocate who is well respected by Judges, peers and clients alike. She takes the time to educate clients not only about the current process but future needs so that they can make the best decisions possible in their matter. Strong negotiator and litigator."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Osbourne has always been easy to work with in cases. She has been aggressive when necessary and gentle when needed. I have had nothing but positive experiences working with her."
"Autumn is one of the most talented and hardworking attorneys that practices Family Law in Durham and the surrounding counties. Autumn can negotiate with a soft but stern touch or litigate with an advocacy level that is unmatched. She is personable while maintaining a stern legal point of view."
"Autumn is a very thorough, detailed and experienced family law attorney. Autumn cares about her clients and is willing to do what it takes to accomplish their goals and protect their interests. If you are looking for assistance with a family law situation, you want Autumn on your side."
"Autumn is a skilled, ethical advocate with exceptional writing and legal analysis skills. I endorse her with complete favor and no reservation."
"I have had the privilege of knowing and working with Autumn for nearly a decade. I strongly value her opinion on all issues related to divorce/family law. She has the unique ability to ensure cases that should reach a reasonable settlement without the costs and emotions of drawn out litigation do in fact reach settlement. However she is well prepared and skilled to litigate any matter necessary. She is a strong advocate for her clients inside and outside the courtroom. Sometimes this might mean telling a client what he or she does not want to hear because it is best for their case. Without hesitation I refer clients to Autumn and will continue to do so. If you are in the Triangle (and surrounding areas) and need a strong, passionate and reliable lawyer look no further than Autumn Osbourne."
"Autumn Osbourne is one of those professionals who combines a fine knowledge of the law with a depth of understanding people and life. She is very bright and listens to her clients, providing them with an understanding of what can be and what cannot be done in resolving family law issues. She certainly will act in accordance with her client's directions after fully informing them of the probable and potential difficulties and perhaps unintended consequences. At the same time, she will strongly discourage pursuing courses of action which she recognizes will be hurtful to the client, or the family, with no real likelihood of a successful outcome. Ms. Osbourne seeks reasonable, workable solutions and abjures fighting useless battles that merely bring additional costs and harm. As a mother, she understands family dynamics and the emotional storm that separation brings. She is trusted by her clients, the judges and opposing counsel, and that aids in solving problems with less harm."
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Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2023
SuperLawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2022
SuperLawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2021
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2020
SuperLawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2019
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer Rising Star, Thomson Reuters
2017
Best Attorney, Durham Magazine
2017
Best Lawyer, Expertise
2016
Board Certified Specialist - Family Law, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
2016
Legal Elite, Business North Carolina
2015
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2009 - Present
North Carolina State BarMember
2009 - Present
Durham County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National Academy of Family Law AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Durham Family BarMember
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
MA - Masters
2005
BS - Bachelor of Science
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