Advocacy for every family.

Fuquay-Varina Family Law

Fuquay-Varina Family Law offers quality, individualized legal representation for ALL families.  We are LGBTQIA+ affirming and provide a welcoming and safe space for ALL families in need of legal services.  We strive to assist our clients by connecting them with additional outside resources to help them through their family’s transition.  Fuquay-Varina Family Law is committed to the communities we serve on both a personal and professional level, and we are active in our local community and beyond.  

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Our Practice Areas

  •  Because of advances in medicine over the last several decades, there are many options available to couples that are unable to conceive naturally.  There are legal implications with each option, and it is imperative you meet with a family law attorney to discuss them. 


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  • We can assist you with the process of establishing paternity for your child, and are here to answer any questions you may about the legal implications of establishing paternity in North Carolina. 

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  •  Adoption changes lives, and we are here to guide you through the North Carolina adoption process to complete your family.


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  • In North Carolina, there’s no set formula to calculate alimony or post separation support, so outcomes can be unpredictable.  We’ll help you cut through the uncertainty and fight for a fair resolution that works for you.

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  • North Carolina law states that in most cases, an equal division of property during a separation or divorce is fair, but sometimes one spouse may be able to show that an unequal division of property is fair.  We can explain property division in plain language, and guide you through the process


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  • It may be in your best legal interest to protect some or all of your assets, either prior to or after marriage.  We can assist you in drafting both prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.

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FAMILY LAW IS OUR PASSION.

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Family law issues are often emotionally-charged, and it is imperative that you hire an attorney that is both knowledgeable about the law and able to compassionately guide you through important decisions. Because this area of law is so wrought with emotions, it important to have an attorney to help you look beyond these emotions and advocate for your best interest.

Get in touch with us to set up a consultation, or use the contact form at the bottom of this page to inquire whether our services are right for you.

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Our Client Experiences

★★★★★

Melissa and [their] teams legal expertise in family law and ability to communicate effectively made a world of difference in giving me options to consider. If you need an attorney who truly cares about her clients, look no further!

— Jason

★★★★★

Melissa was absolutely the right attorney for me. She is knowledgable, kind, accommodating, and thorough. I could not have asked for more from attorney nor been more pleased with her work. Highest rating possible.

— Christine

★★★★★

Melissa, Jonathan, and the rest of her team are truly amazing, they are clear and explains everything in detail. If any questions or concerns you have, they respond right away and very attentive to their clients, always available when needed. I cannot thank them enough and so thankful for the hard work they do.

— Cristal 
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MEET MELISSA FLANAGAN

Melissa has lived in North Carolina since she was seven years old, raised in the small town of Four Oaks. She graduated from South Johnston High School and then attended North Carolina State University where she completed her undergraduate education with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Sociology with a Criminal Justice Concentration.

After graduating from North Carolina State University, Melissa opted to remain in the Raleigh area. She worked in various levels of State and Local government as a Case Manager with both the State of North Carolina and Wake County Child Support Enforcement. After having worked in Child Support Enforcement for nearly nine years, she chose to leave her full-time job to attend North Carolina Central University School of Law.

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Passion.
Experience.
Diligence.

FAMILY LAW TAILORED TO YOUR FAMILY’S NEEDS

At Fuquay-Varina Family Law, we acknowledge that no two families are alike.  Our goal is to provide comprehensive, individualized services to each family we work with, and because of this, our approach to family law is not “one-size-fits-all.”  Our legal services are tailored to YOUR family and YOUR unique needs.  Our attorneys will take the time to get to know you so that we can provide you with legal advice that works best for your family.  

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Book a consultation with us

Scheduling an appointment with us is easy!  Our one-hour consultations are $350, and you will meet one-on-one with your chosen attorney, either Melissa Flanagan or Jonathon Mendoza.  You may schedule online using the link here, or you can give us a call to schedule.