Cape Fear Family Law
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Cape Fear Family Law, founded in 2007, is a women-owned law firm based in Wilmington, NC. Led by Janet L. Gemmell, a board-certified family law specialist, the firm is recognized for its expertise in handling complex cases relating to divorce, child custody, property division, and alimony. Known for their empathetic approach, they focus on individualized legal advice keeping family dynamics in mind. They prioritize positive outcomes over billable hours, offering cost-effective services to their clients. Their dedication and professionalism have made them a trusted choice for families navigating legal challenges.
Specialties
Family members involved
Self, Siblings, Parents, Husband / Wife (domestic partner), Children, Grandparents, Extended family
Area of law
Child custody / child support, Divorce or legal separation, Prenuptial agreement, Domestic violence, Adoption and surrogacy, Spousal Support or Alimony, Other family matters
Location and hours
Cape Fear Family Law
3807 Peachtree Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28403
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9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Work Experience
Litigation Attorney
Cordell & Cordell
2018 - Present
Associate Attorney
McIlveen Family Law Firm
2017 - 2018
Research Assistant
Frye Law Offices PA
2017 - 2017
Project Coordinator
Domestic Violence Advocacy Project, Campbell University School of Law
2016 - 2017
Associate Attorney
Lesnik Family Law PC
2015 - 2016
Legal Intern
Wake County District Attorney's Office
2015 - 2015
Legal Intern
Johnston County District Attorney's Office
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern
Durham County District Attorney's Office
2014 - 2014
Domestic Violence Assistant District Attorney
Johnston County District Attorney's Office
2013 - 2015
Research Assistant
Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
2013 - 2014
Legal Intern
Tenney and Tenney, LLP
2013 - 2013
Legal Intern
Harnett County Department of Social Services
2013 - 2013
Owner
Cape Fear Family Law Center
2007 - Present
Associate
Rosen Law Firm
2001 - 2007
Associate
Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice
2000 - 2001
Associate
Law Offices of Timothy C. Morris
1999 - 2000
Education
Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law
2015
Campbell University
1999
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
1996
Elon University School of Law
Law
2013
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
1996
College of Charleston
2012
Campbell University
Government
2010
Campbell University
1999
Associations & Affiliations
Super Lawyers
Rising Star Member
Junior League of Raleigh
Member
North Carolina State Bar
Member
10th Judicial District Bar Association
Member
Alpha Kappa Delta - National Sociological Honors Society
Member
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (Wake County chapter)
At Large Board Member
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (Wake County chapter)
Secretary
North Carolina Bar Association Bar Exam Committee
Co-Chair
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Corporate Member
NCBA Law Student Outreach Committee
Member
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (Wake County chapter)
Secretary
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys (Wake County chapter)
Member
North Carolina Bar Association Young Lawyers Division
Member
American Bar Association
Member
North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys
Member
Campbell Law Pro Bono Council
Assistant Director
Campbell Public Interest Law Student Association
Auction Chair
Campbell Public Interest Law Student Association
Secretary
Campbell Law Pro Bono Council
Member
American Bar Association
Member
North Carolina Bar Association
Member
Publications
Speaking Engagements
Legal Ethics and Substance Abuse Prevention in North Carolina
2015
Legal Ethics and Substance Abuse Prevention in North Carolina
2015
Services offered
Family Law Attorney