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Divorce is a life-altering event, regardless of the length of marriage or value of the marital estate. Emotions run high, and you need the objective perspective of an experienced family law attorney to guide you in making decisions during this difficult time. When the prospect of divorce seems overwhelming, trust that Julianne Stokes will guide you through the process with compassion and knowledge of South Carolina family law.
If you are a parent, you will likely tell us that your children are your top priority, whether you are going through a divorce or are contemplating a change in custody action or a relocation case. We stand ready to mediate or litigate these issues, and our knowledge of the law will help shape your custody case so that we can ensure your children receive the best possible outcome.
Much of our practice focuses on family law issues such as divorce, equitable distribution of assets and liabilities, alimony, time-sharing and support of children, drafting and enforcing prenuptial agreements, modification of alimony or child support payments, modification of custody, parental relocation cases, grandparent visitation, and third party adoptions.
Mediation is one piece of “alternative dispute resolution” (methods of resolving your conflict outside of court). During a mediation, the parties negotiate to reach an agreement, while the mediator acts as a third party neutral to facilitate the process. Julianne Stokes is a certified family court mediator, and she can help you resolve your dispute(s) in an informal, comfortable setting. Mediation allows the parties to maintain control over the process while also saving time and money.
Before you get married, consult with an attorney to determine whether you may need a Prenuptial Agreement. So many of our divorce clients tell us they wish they knew the state of the law before they married. Many of the costly financial issues that arise in a divorce can be resolved through a well-written Prenuptial Agreement, so save yourself money and heartache by consulting with us several months prior to your wedding date.
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Stokes Family Law & Mediation, LLC
11 State Street
Charleston, SC, 29401
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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SC | Good Standing | 2006 | 12/29/2020 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2015 |
Rising Star | South Carolina Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | South Carolina Super Lawyers | 2013 |
Rising Star | South Carolina Super Lawyers | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Stokes Family Law & Mediation, LLC | 2019 - Present |
Partner | Shull & Stokes, LLC | 2011 - 2011 |
Associate | Shull Law Firm | 2009 - 2010 |
Associate | Andrews & Shull, PC | 2006 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Bar Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
South Carolina Women Lawyers Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
South Carolina Bar Association | N/A | 2006 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Mercer University - Walter F. George School of Law | J.D. | 2006 |
Presbyterian College | B.S. | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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GAL Training and Update | Guardian ad Litem Interviews | 2014 |
Hot Tips from the Coolest Domestic Practioners | One Page Name Change | 2013 |
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Robin Meihaus, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 3, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Michele Forsythe, Family Attorney on Aug 21, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Julianne is highly professional and diligent. It was a pleasure working with her, and I look forward to working with her in the future.
Emily Johnston, Child custody Attorney on Mar 12, 2015
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Julianne takes her role as a counselor and advocate very seriously; she is professional and courteous. She is also very knowledgeable about settling cases and recognizes the value of compromise when compromise is warranted. She is also an able litigator who is prepared for trial when necessary. You are in good hands with Julianne!
Julianne is a very good attorney and a zealous advocate for her clients. She is well respected in the community and is very knowledgable in the area of family law.
Amanda Haselden, Family Attorney on Sep 3, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I highly endorse Julianne as a driven and zealous representative and counselor to her family law clients. She combines the perfect amount of compassion and advocacy in her practice, and approaches each case with one goal in mind: how can I best serve this client? She is highly regarded in the Charleston area family law community, and has been nominated by fellow lawyers for several years in a row now, designating her as a "rising star" by Super Lawyers.
Mary Murray, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 26, 2014
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
J. DeTreville, Divorce and separation Attorney on May 4, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Julianne is a highly competent attorney who invariably delivers quality results for her clients.
Michael Waddington, Family Attorney on Oct 15, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse Julianne. She is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.
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