Constantinou & Burkert
“Should I need legal services in the future, I will certainly seek his legal services again.”
Best Child Custody Lawyers in Durham, NC
17 firms listed · all 17 in Durham · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ellis Family Law
“My situation from the beginning was an uphill battle once Amanda Knight stepped in as my counsel a lot of things got simplified and I am totally happy with the outcome of my situation.”
McKissick & McKissick
“Extremely detailed attentiveness, fair pricing thorough and professional!”
Alexander Law
“Explaining things in layman's terms and giving me multiple best routes to chose from helped me a lot as I felt I am participating in the resolution of my situation.”
Richardson Law Firm
“They work with me in regards of my time availability but still able to succeed in winning me an acceptable decision.”
The Law Offices of Eric M. Williams
“I was worried about losing my license, but Jay calmed my nerves every step of the way, and I didn't lose my license!”
The 17 firms listed for Durham, NC take child custody and visitation matters for families. What appears about their practice areas, consultations and office hours is taken from each firm's own site, and ratings with quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Durham, NC
All 17 firms we list here are in Durham itself. 14 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.1 to 5.0 across 369 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), responsiveness (86%) and value (73%). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 9 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 1 offers a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 16 of the firms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
What do custody firm websites listed for Durham usually state?
16 of the 17 firms have a website on file. Those pages are where a practice describes the parenting matters it takes, whether it offers mediation, and how consultations run. Look for a firm that writes about children rather than about winning, and read a few before you call.
Payne Family Law & Mediation, PA
“They are both incredibly capable and effective: tough when needed, but in a sensible way.”
Law Office of Brennon Morton
“They were able to represent us and dismiss a speeding charge in a timely manner and payment instructions were straightforward and clear!”
Two Families Law
“Even when divorce is amicable, it's still a heartbreaking, destabilizing process, but I know ours was so much smoother because of Two Families.”
Keith A Bishop
“I have recommended him to so many people because you can tell he loves what he do and treat people as if they're case is priority.”
Law Office of Martha McKee
“If you are skeptical about choosing a lawyer PLEASE stop right now with her she is through and gathers everything need for you to succeed.”
Ann M. Credle
“I was very pleased with her professionalism and commitment to my case.”
Julie Woodmansee, Durham Family Law Specialist
Jill E Burton & Associates
“Highly recommend, professional with touch of kindness.”
Michael A. Jones & Associates
“He takes time on only focusing on the point intended.”
Marion Law Office
Law Offices of Catherine Pavur
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