$ 300-300 per hour
Emily Drew Bretz
About Emily
Biography
I am an attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina, and I have extensive experience in litigation, specifically family law, domestic cases, and criminal defense. At Soto Law, my focus is on family law matters such as
Adoption, Guardianship, Legitimation, Child Custody, Child Support, Equitable Distribution, Post-Separation Support, and Alimony. However, at Soto Law, we also believe in the importance of educating our clients prior to marriage. Therefore, we offer our clients a pre-marital assessment so that they, and their significant other, can be well-versed in the decision they are making and the financial ramifications of the same. In addition to family law matters, I am also well-versed in estate planning and real estate. As such, I am uniquely qualified and able to tackle my clients' issues.
After my admission to the North Carolina Bar Association in 2012, I practiced criminal defense. During that time, I gained extensive trial and courtroom experience. However, my desire to assist those in the family law sector drew me away from criminal law. I am motivated to advocate for my clients and provide the support that is often needed when going through such a life-changing situation such as divorce.
Although not a native North Carolinian, I am proud to now call Charlotte my home and use my passion for the law to assist my clients. When not practicing law, I enjpy spending time with my family, exploring local restaurants and breweries, traveling, and watching the Florida State Seminoles and Carolina Panthers play. If you or someone you know has a family law issuse, please call my office and I would be happy to assist you through this difficult time.
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 13 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2012
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Location
Bretz Law, PLLC
1300 Baxter Street, Suite 253, Charlotte, NC, 28204
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Posted by Stephen | June 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Emily was Great!
My wife and I recently went through the estate planning process with Emily. My wife and I knew very little about what was involved/needed in this process, and Emily was great about walking us through it. We set up our wills, powers of attorney, and our trust. She was extremely helpful, knowledgabl...
Posted by Vijay | June 01, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Super happy
We did our estate planning and hired her. With her knowledge and promptness, she executed our plan flawlessly. She answered our questions through email, phone and in-person. Very courteous, professional, we were very pleased with her work. Yes, I plan on recommending her services to couple of my frie...
Posted by David and Julie | May 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Awesome job
Emily helped us with some estate planning documents and did a top notch job. She was extremely responsive and easy to work with. We'd recommend Emily and her firm highly.
Posted by LaShawn | May 07, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Knowledgable and Efficient
Emily was a pleasure to work with from the initial phone consultation. She explained the entire guardianship process for NC and was a huge asset to me and my family. I would definitely hire her again for any Family Law needs.
Posted by Noah | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Transparent Research
Emily was very helpful with my case and clearly explaining all possible outcomes also detailing process. I'm confident that she will deliver on promises. After instructing her firm for another case that was successfully resolved Emily has the track record and also the sticktoitiveness to get the job ...
Emily Drew Bretz's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've seen Emily work deals on tickets that I didn't know were possible. She's a great negotiator. If I get a ticket in Mecklenburg County she'll definitely be my first phone call."
"I endorse Emily. She has a very keen understanding of the legal process. She works hard to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients."
"Emily is very knowledgeable, fights for her clients and is an all around great attorney. Her firm has an outstanding reputation for DWI defense in the community."
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"Emily Bretz is one of the most intelligent and impassioned attorneys I have had the pleasure to know and work with. I emphatically endorse her as an attorney!"
"Emily Bretz is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is well-respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. Bretz is a talented, professional lawyer. I give her my highest recommendation."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers- Criminal Defense, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Owner, Bretz Law, PLLC
2020 - 2024
Associate Attorney, Soto Law
2018 - 2020
Associate Attorney, Coggin Law, PLLC
2013 - 2018
Associate Attorney, Powers Landreth, PLLC
Associations
2012 - Present
North Carolina State Bar
2012 - Present
Mecklenburg County Bar Association
2011 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Education
2012
Charlotte School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers