Ellis Family Law
“It's nice to find an honest attorney who actually has your best interests at heart, excellent experience”
Best Divorce Lawyers in Durham, NC
18 firms listed · all 18 in Durham · 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
McKissick & McKissick
“From the minute I contacted him to the minute my case was resolved he kept me updated on the plan of approach and the progress that was being made.”
Alexander Law
“What sets them apart is their trustworthiness – there's no sense of being taken advantage of, and they don't engage in nickel-and-diming practices.”
Richardson Law Firm
“Richardson resolved my traffic ticket and I did not even have to show up to court.”
The Law Offices of Eric M. Williams
“He helped my son stay positive through this process and was very informative and pleasant to work with.”
Payne Family Law & Mediation, PA
“Handled my divorce a decade ago and I've been referring people ever since.”
The 18 firms listed for Durham, NC take divorce and separation work. Everything shown about their process, consultations and hours is drawn from each firm's own website, and the star ratings and quoted lines come from public reviews.
Area overview: Durham, NC
All 18 firms we list here are in Durham itself. We have 19 firms in Durham on file; this page shows the highest-rated 18. 16 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.1 to 5.0 across 299 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 10 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), responsiveness (83%) and value (70%). 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 2 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 17 of the firms on this page; 15 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 divorce firm websites listed for Durham tell you?
17 of the 18 firms here have a website on file. Those sites are where the practice describes its own approach, its process options and its consultation terms. Read two or three before calling any of them, because the tone of a divorce site tells you a great deal.
Patrick Law
“Grateful for the tenacity of the practice to resolve an issue for me.”
Law Office of Brennon Morton
“They are so personable and take all of the stress out of having to hire a lawyer.”
Two Families Law
“Divorce is hard enough on its own, but Nicole and team helped to make it as easy and simple as possible and helped my kids and I and my Ex get back to living life in two healthy households.”
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 Sonya Linton
“I have practiced law for over a decade in NC and although I do not work in the same field as Sonya, I can tell you she knows her stuff.”
Law Office of Martha McKee
“She is fair beyond measure and loves justice which she practices w compassion.”
J. Wilson Law
“His communication was professional and speedy, better than most attorneys I have worked with in the past.”
Ann M. Credle
“She is very caring and attentive to your needs”
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.”
Law Offices of Catherine Pavur
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