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Scott is an associate at Village Law Group. After graduating from Florida State (Go Seminoles!) and prior to attending law school, he worked as a Legal Assistant at Haas Tharrington, P.A. . It was during his time as a legal assistant that he found and fostered his interest in family law. Scott knew he wanted to one day come back to practice family law, but he first wanted to gain as much litigation experience as possible.. Prior to entering private practice, Scott served as an Assistant District Attorney for Alamance County, North Carolina. He progressed through the DA’s office at a quick pace, handling a full-time felony caseload less than a year after being hired. Scott served as the DWI Prosecutor in Alamance County, trying over 100 DWI trials. He also served as the Domestic Violence District Court Prosecutor which made him well versed in the emotionally charged crimes that occur between family members or current/former romantic partners. Once promoted to the “big leagues” Scott was assigned a wide array of felonies including but not limited to: Drug Possession/Sale/Deliver/Manufacture; Residential Breaking and Entering; Fraud; Embezzlement; Larceny; Habitual Impaired Driving; Habitual Felon Status Crimes; Possession of Firearms Crimes and many others. Scott was fortunate enough to try a handful a jury trials, many of them as “first chair” and the sole representative for the State.. During his time as a felony prosecutor, Scott also took over as Juvenile Prosecutor in Alamance County. As Juvenile Prosecutor, Scott handled cases ranging from simple possession of marijuana to First Degree Forcible Rape. Scott enjoyed his time in Juvenile Court because the outcome for most defendants was not incarceration but rehabilitation with so many more resources available. Scott has an intense awareness and concern for children and is always careful to ensure that the needs of the children in any situation are thoughtfully considered and addressed. He understands that it is frequent that children experiencing crisis or transition in their households or families act out and make mistakes, and that is why Scott will also be adding a juvenile defense practice to Village Law Group.. Scott is extremely comfortable in the courtroom, but understands that it is not the right venue for all matters. He is sensitive to the complexities of dynamics between family members, and has spent considerable time working with families in crisis, and those being affected by domestic violence, substance abuse, and contacts with the adult or juvenile criminal justice systems.. As a prosecutor, Scott spent considerable time negotiating with defense attorneys, and has the strong communication and active listening skills required of all professionals dealing with the deeply personal and delicate issues that occur between spouses and families. Scott understands that separation and divorce are major and traumatic life events, and that adults experiencing these transitions also act out and make mistakes. As such, Scott will be focusing his adult defense practice at Village Law Group on traffic violations and Impaired Driving (DWI) cases.. Scott earned his law degree from the University of South Carolina. In addition to his J.D., Scott also received a Children’s Law Certificate, which is given to law students who focus their coursework on laws and policies directly affecting children. He has served as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem for abused and/or neglected children since his time as a legal assistant. He is a member of the American Bar Association and the Durham County Bar Association.

An Alamance County native, Ray earned his Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University School of Law. He received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in History from Campbell University. Prior to joining the Law Office of Matthew Charles Suczynski, PLLC, Ray served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Durham County District Attorney’s Office where he handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases in both District and Superior Court. While serving as an Assistant District Attorney, Ray was part of the Violent Crimes and Homicide Team where he prosecuted a multitude of violent crimes ranging from Felony Assault to First Degree Murder. Ray’s professional experience gives him a unique perspective on criminal law by allowing him to understand how both sides of the process operate.. Before joining the Durham District Attorney’s Office, Ray worked as a Staff Attorney for Legal Aid of North Carolina in Pittsboro, North Carolina. While working for Legal Aid of North Carolina, Ray provided free legal representation to North Carolinians in various civil matters.

I have 29 years of litigation and jury trial experience. Before starting my own firm, I worked as a partner for a prominent law firm with over 170 attorneys and offices throughout Florida. I have litigated cases and taken depositions throughout the United States, as well as Puerto Rico, Canada, England and the Netherlands.. My practice concentrates on litigation matters, particularly family law and personal injury. I have an AV® Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting achievement of the highest rating for skill, professionalism and ethics.. Finally, I have been active in legal and community organizations, including Lawyers for Children America, a lead child advocacy organization protecting the rights of children, and the Foster Care Review Board, reviewing cases of youth in foster care. In Chapel Hill, I am a member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice as well as the Special Needs Advisory Council.

Ryan Schultz practices primarily in the area of family law and business litigation. He has experience in the world of family law, having litigated all aspects of this area of the law, including but not limited to, child custody and child support, post separation support and alimony, equitable distribution and termination of parental rights. Mr. Schultz has also successfully represented businesses and various other entitles in legal formation and contract disputes.. Previous to Mr. Schultz’s work as an attorney, he worked as a corporate investigator with Kroll & Associates in Los Angeles. Mr. Schultz conducted Investigations into missing money accounts, disclosure of trade secrets and prevention of hostile takeovers for Fortune 500 clients. His experience as a white collar investigator gives him a unique perspective when handling equitable distribution cases and business disputes.. Ryan Schultz has successfully litigated cases ranging from complex equitable distribution cases to breaches of contract to alimony/support issues. Mr. Schultz custom crafts solution to your problems, and disdains one-size-fits-all litigation that has become prevalent in today’s courtrooms. His eye as an investigator and his skills in the courtroom create an environment that allows him to solve your most difficult legal issue.. Ryan Schultz is a member of the prestigious Family Law Council for the State Bar Association and is also a member of the Alimony Committee for the North Carolina Bar Association. Inclusion on the Family Law Council is by invitation only.. Ryan is a member of the New Hanover County Bar Association, North Carolina State Bar Association and the Trial Lawyers of America. He is also an active member of the Cape Fear Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation and is a volunteer at the Cape Fear Literacy Council and for the 4ALL Statewide Ask a Lawyer Program.

After earning her law degree at The College of William and Mary in 1984, Ms. Hager practiced with federally-funded legal services organizations in Ohio and Kentucky before moving to Wilmington in 1990.  She was admitted to the North Carolina State Bar on reciprocity and practiced as an associate attorney at a small general practice firm for five years before opening her own solo practice in 1995.  For the past 10 years, she has limited her practice to divorce, custody, adoption, and other family law matters.. Ms. Hager has been certified since 2000 by the North Carolina Dispute Resolution Commission to conduct family financial mediations, and since 2011 has served as a Parenting Coordinator by court appointment.  More recently, she is a founding member of Coastal Collaborative Colleagues, and looks forward to assisting clients in "Doing Divorce Differently."  She is a member of the Family Law Section of the American and North Carolina Bar Associations, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC), the Academy of Professional Family Mediators, and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals.. Ms. Hager has long had a special interest in representing victims of domestic violence, and served on the Board of Directors of Domestic Violence Shelter and Services from August 1990 until January 1998, the last two years as President.  For several years, she was a member of EVOLVE Wilmington, an informal interagency group that works on domestic violence prevention.  She is the proud mother of a recent college graduate who attended New Hanover County Schools, and enjoys singing in the choir at St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church.. - See more at: #

If you want an attorney that can empathize, strategize, and capitalize, North Carolina family law attorney Allie Moore is the attorney for you.. Throughout her life, Ms. Moore has watched friends and family stumble their way through the legal system. Walking this tumultuous route alone rarely ends well. She is here to walk alongside you through the hardest, most stressful times of life and to guide you when you don't know which way to go. As an attorney, the first thing she does is help her clients turn all of their concerns into identifiable goals. Then, Ms. Moore makes sure that they understand the law, the obstacles, and the process they are about to enter into, so that she can create a plan to achieve those goals. When the time comes, she will fight for her client in all settings to make sure those goals are met.. Born and raised in small town Saluda, South Carolina, Ms. Moore can relate to people from all walks of life. She spent 18 years in a rural, farm town, riding dirt roads and working with her grandfather on his farm. She spent her next four years in Charleston, South Carolina, making her way through college. Now, the big city of Raleigh is home, and she has learned so much about different walks of life through volunteering with at risk youth, working with business professionals, and building friendships with people from all different populations.. Ms. Moore's diverse work experience also will allow her to view a client's case from a broader perspective. As an Assistant District Attorney, she learned the ins and outs of the criminal justice system, including officer priorities, prosecution strategies, and your rights under the law. As an intern with the Department of Social Services, she learned how to cooperate with social workers from various stages to optimize investigation and reunification efforts. As a private practitioner, Ms. Moore combined all of these experiences to provide her clients with holistic answers to your questions and guidance that will protect you from multiple angles.

Ms. Sholar is a graduate of North Carolina State University, Class of 2009, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in political science.  She attended the Charlotte School of Law, graduating in 2012.  During law school, Ms. Sholar was a recipient of the Charlotte School of Law Merit Scholarship and the Charlotte School of Law Academic Achievement Scholarship.  She was also the Senior Executive Editor of the Charlotte Law Review.  Ms. Sholar interned with McNamara Law Firm in the summer of 2011 and began practicing with the firm after passing the bar in the summer of 2012.. Ms. Sholar’s practice is devoted to Family Law in the 4th Judicial District (the counties of Onslow, Jones, Duplin, and Sampson).  She is a member of the NC State Bar, the NC Bar Association – Family Law Section, and Onslow County Bar Association.. Ms. Sholar was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, but relocated to Jacksonville, North Carolina upon marrying her husband, a Duplin County native and hog farmer.  The Sholar’s enjoy travelling on the weekends, scuba diving with the McNamara’s, and spending time with their large families.  Ms. Sholar is also an active member of the local CrossFit gym and likes to spend her free time in the summer at the beach.

As a family law specialist in Onslow County, I have wide ranging experience in representing military clients and spouses while continuing to represent non-military clients as well. I have appeared extensively in the courts of Onslow County and surrounding counties. This experience gives me the opportunity to provide invaluable insight to clients involved in negotiations or in litigation regarding issues of child custody, child support, spousal support, the division of property (including military pensions) and the many other issues that can arise when spouses decide that they can no longer live together.

Amanda C. Knight focuses her practice on family law, handling cases involving divorce, child custody and support, spousal support, domestic violence, and equitable distribution. She is Board Certified in Family Law by the North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization, an achievement held by fewer than 2% of attorneys in the state. Her work has earned recognition from organizations such as Super Lawyers and Avvo.Amanda earned her law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law and is dedicated to helping clients navigate emotionally challenging legal matters. She believes in providing support and reassurance while working toward favorable resolutions. Before joining Ellis Family Law, she interned at Legal Aid of North Carolina, where she assisted clients in need.When not practicing law, Amanda enjoys yoga, kayaking, and spending time with family. She is also a member of the Junior League of Durham and Orange Counties, an organization focused on community engagement and advocacy.

Sarah H. Gerow understands that family law requires both legal knowledge and emotional support. From an early age, she was drawn to advocacy, a passion that deepened while working with children with disabilities during college. Inspired to help families navigate difficult situations, she attended the University of North Carolina School of Law, focusing on education and family law.Her career led her to Sullivan & Hilscher Family Law, where she represents clients in military divorces, spousal support, child custody, child support, and domestic violence cases. She also advises attorneys nationwide on military retirement benefits. Sarah’s approach combines legal strategy with genuine care, ensuring that each client feels heard and supported.When she’s not practicing law, Sarah enjoys time with her husband, a North Carolina Army National Guard member, and their two rescue dogs, Sonny and Boston. She also loves horseback riding and reading.

Professional: Associate Attorney at Buzzard Law Firm who specializes in Family and Domestic Law.  I am actively taking on clients with claims for divorce, child custody, child support, equitable distirbution and personal injury.  Our firm also specializes in medical malpractice, civil litigation and criminal defense.  We can handle all business matters including corporate filings, contract review and contract disputes.  If you want a firm with decades of experience, integrity, and proven results, give us a call!. Personal:  I am a Georgia Peach who moved to North Carolina during my teenage years.  Over time I grew a love for North Carolina and now call it home.  I am a wife and a mother to an amazing little boy.  Enjoying everything outdoors, you can usually find me on the beach, fishing at the river or playing in the backyard with my little one.  Though family is my number one priority, I love my job and find pleasure in helping my clients to the best of my ability.

Boyd Sturges has practiced law since 1995. He has been involved in several high profile cases including representing a state Judge in a federal corruption case. He was named a special prosecutor in the Duke Lacross case to prosecute former Durham District Attorney Mike Nifong. He has tried many criminal, civil, and domestic cases both to juries as well as judges. He also represents the Franklin County Board of Education and Louisburg College. He was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star in 2009. He is currently a town councilman for the town of Louisburg. Boyd is also on the Board of Directors for the Tar River Land Conservancy and a Trustee for Louisburg College.