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“We are a better State Bar because of people like Deborah Moy who want to be attorneys.”Superior Court Judge Michael L. Robinson - Vice President, NC Bar Association; Councilor, NC State Bar. A self-professed “Air Force brat,” Deborah Moy was born in the Philippines and spent her childhood living in Gainesville, Florida (Go Gators!); Dayton, Ohio (Go Reds!); Fairfax, Virginia (Go ‘Skins!); and Greensboro, North Carolina. Deborah’s maternal grandmother, Eva Jones, was a sharecropper tobacco farmer in Eastern North Carolina, who raised nine children on her own. She credits Grandma Jones for instilling in her the importance of strength, hope, and humility, and for the ability to see the positive side of even the most hopeless of difficult situations.. Deborah graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she earned her Baccalaureate degree in English in 2003. Throughout her college years and after, Deborah worked in the service industry, as serving the public has always been her passion. After college, Deborah was employed by General Dynamics as a Technical Editor, translating complex government contracts textual data into laymen’s terms.. In 2016, Deborah graduated from Elon University School of Law, receiving her Juris Doctorate of Law as a Dean’s Scholar. While in law school, Deborah served as a student mentor, helped form the Elder Law Society, and was the Notes & Comments Editor for the Elon Law Review. Notably, Deborah’s student note, “North Carolina’s Public Interest Law and Its Need to Change,” was selected for publication in the eighth edition of the Law Review.. Deborah worked with the Veterans Affairs in Winston Salem, North Carolina, researching medical malpractice and employment law claims. She also worked for the Wounded Warrior Project in Jacksonville, Florida, researching the impact of the law in assisting wounded veterans, as well as organizing contracts for WWP’s soldier rides and other travel events.. In November, 2017, Deborah moved to Arapahoe, NC, after marrying Blake Harrell, a Pamlico County native.. Deborah’s heart has always been in public service. She views the legal profession as “the service industry on steroids,” and knows that part of being a highly effective attorney is contributing to the community. In addition to practicing law, Deborah speaks as a motivational speaker about the importance of hope and the power of positivity, and works pro bono hours to assist in disaster recovery.. Deborah’s mission is to provide hope to the hopeless and to help others find strength in adversity.

“I enjoy Family Law because my practice revolves around working with the family unit. I want my clients to believe the result we achieved was within their expectations, was accomplished with as little turmoil and stress as possible, and throughout the process my client felt they had the support and compassion of our office and staff.”. Carolyn Peacock is an experienced and dedicated Family Law attorney who has practiced law for over 20 years. Carolyn became a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law in 2008. Board Certified Specialists must satisfy rigorous requirements including passing a 6 hour exam, continuing education, peer review, and the allocation of 25% or more of their practice to their speciality.. Carolyn truly stands apart amongst specialists because her practice is 100% devoted to Family Law.

I pride myself on being a compassionate advocate that is accessible to my clients. I am a dedicated attorney that cares about your case and your future.. I am a graduate of the North Carolina Central School of Law.  I graduated with high honors in the top 10% of her class.  During law school I served on both the Law Review and the Moot Court Board. I am currently the Vice President of the Craven County Bar Association and an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association.  I also serves as a board member on the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council in Craven County.. Before beginning my legal career, I worked with the United Nations and the International Campaign to Ban Landmines in a joint effort to raise funds for clearing minefields in Mozambique.  I also lobbied U.S. Congressional members in an effort to raise awareness of the global landmine crises.  My article on this subject was published in the U.N. Vision.  Later, I served in the AmeriCorps as a literacy tutor for troubled youth and Mexican migrant farm workers. I moved to New Bern and married my husband, Steven Jerome, a local fireman, in 2011.. I am a zealous trial attorney focusing on both criminal defense and family law. In criminal cases, I will take the time to discuss your options, such as community service, limited driving privileges, and expunging your record.  Remember, even something as small as a traffic ticket can have a long term effect on your finances, insurance, and driving record.  I represent clients with misdemeanors and felonies, traffic tickets, driving while license revoked, and DUI issues in Craven, Pamlico and Carteret Counties.. Additionally, I handle family related matters such as child custody and visitation, separation agreements, equitable distribution claims, and absolute divorce.  I understand that these are very personal and very emotional issues and my role is not only an advocate, but also a counselor in law. I am dedicated to giving myclients a cost-effective, timely result with the personalized attention that each case deserves.

I grew up in Pensacola, Florida and graduated college from Florida State University.  I worked as a paralegal in Florida, Georgia and Washington State prior to entering law school.  One of the most fulfilling experiences I have had was attending Suffolk University Law School in Boston, Massachusettes.  After graduation in 2004, I was admitted to the North Carolina State Bar and begain handling real estate transactions, creating wills and other documents for client's estate plans, and administering the estates of deceased loved ones.  After handling my first custody case, I knew family law was the practice area in which I wanted to specialize.  Family law matters touch upon many different areas of life and my personal and legal experience gives me an advantage.  I have worked in small firms and large firms to include Stubbs Perdue and White & Allen  but now enjoy the flexibility and satisfaction of operating Forrest Family Law.  This career choice affords me the ability to focus on each client's individual needs.  I dedicate my entire practice to helping clients find the right solutions to their family law matters. Myself and my staff understand that family law matters can be some of the most difficult legal issues to have to work through—especially without solid legal advice. This is why I offer individualized advice and effective service for clients who are going through a divorce, custody battle or facing other family law matters.. If you need assistance or just need some advice please call today to schedule a consultation.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.

Experienced Family attorney serving clients in New Bern and surrounding areas.