Arlaine Rockey

Arlaine Rockey

4.4
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 36 years

Child custody Lawyer at Marshall, NC
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Criminal Defense, Appeals, Adoption

Po Box 656, Marshall, NC

About Arlaine

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Child Custody 60%

including issues of child physical and sexual abuse, domestic violence, mental health, and substance abuse.

60%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-350 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 34 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 1991

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 36 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1989

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 33 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1992

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Arlaine Rockey

Po Box 656, Marshall, NC, 28753

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Arlaine Rockey's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Incompetent and sloppy

If you are considering Arlaine Rockey, run - don't walk. She been completely unprofessional throughout the process - showing up to court late, not providing documents that were promised, and constantly asking for more money. She will pretend to be on your side as long as you're still paying. From lat...e night texts I can't even decipher, to her inability to join a video call, to the wild excuses she gives for not completing work - you will be paying for it all.

Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

She's in it for the kids

At first the flat fee seemed huge to me, but her fees ended up being actually extremely reasonable, considering how much time she took to work on my case. She spent hours on the phone with me, met with me, and went to trial several times until it was over. I had three other attorneys before her and... they were all problematic -- exorbitantly expensive, didn't answer my questions, difficult to get a hold of, and not in it for my child. Arlaine is someone who truly cares and is in it to protect the kids and get you the best situation. My case involved trying to prove sexual abuse after CPS "unsubstantiated" twice, very difficult but we got the supervision we were asking for in the end and I also got to relocate with my child for a better future. I am so grateful to Arlaine for her angelic help!

Posted by Loretta | February 18, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Complaining to the NC bar and taking other action

This attorney charged me a $45,000 flat fee to represent me in a custody/child support case. She never filed anything pursuing child support and didn’t do what she said was going to do. I finally fired her after four months because she hadn’t even filed a discovery request on the other side. After I ...fired her, she refused to refund even one penny. My family is devastated. I’m a single mother of four. I will be complaining and pursuing a refund. Excessive fee and did not do what she promised. Then when I asked for refund, told me she spent $45,000 in four months of representation. She only represented me at one hearing. I’m taking this to the authorities.

Posted by Daniel | October 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Family

Great Lawyer, Great Experience

I have hired Arlaine multiple times and would recommend her to anyone, and have in fact recommended her to family that all had great experiences. She is extremely knowledgeable in family law and I would not hesitate to hire her again. I had an awesome experience, and truthfully have never had an atto...rney go so far out of her way to communicate and get back to me. 10 out of 10

Posted by Natasha O. | September 23, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Abuse

Hands down the BEST to protect your children.

I had the privilege of working with Arlaine Rockey as my attorney, and I cannot praise her enough for her outstanding support and dedication. Arlaine played a pivotal role in securing a restraining order against my abusive ex-husband and ensuring my children's safety. What truly sets Arlaine apart... is her unwavering commitment to her clients, combined with her exceptional expertise in child sexual abuse cases. Given the harrowing history of sexual abuse perpetrated on my minor children, her specialized knowledge and experience in this area were absolutely crucial. With her expertise, Arlaine successfully fought for full sole custody of my son and daughter, a feat that seemed impossible at one point. She understood the gravity of the situation, especially with the history of both physical and sexual abuse, and she acted swiftly to protect my children from any harm. Unlike my previous attorney, who was ineffective in safeguarding my family's well-being, Arlaine Rockey demonstrated exceptional legal skills and genuine compassion, particularly in handling the delicate and distressing issues related to child sexual abuse. She made sure my children were no longer subjected to "therapeutic" visits with their bio father, who had caused them immeasurable pain and trauma. Thanks to Arlaine Rockey's dedication and her unparalleled expertise in child sexual abuse cases, my family and I can finally breathe easier, knowing that we are safe and protected. I wholeheartedly recommend Arlaine Rockey to anyone seeking a compassionate and skilled attorney who will go above and beyond to fight for justice and the safety of their loved ones, especially in cases involving a history of sexual abuse to minor children.

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Child custody lawyer | Oct 13

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Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Education

1989

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1984

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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