Lewis & Anderson PLLC

At LEWIS & ANDERSON, PLLC, we specialize in civil law and have proudly served the Chapel Hill-Durham community since 1978. Our firm is particularly esteemed for our expertise in family law—an area that navigates the intricate legal matters concerning asset distribution, income management, debt obligations, and child custody during transitions such as death, divorce, incapacity or remarriage. We adeptly manage all facets of these complex issues including (i) guardianship arrangements; (ii) comprehensive estate planning; (iii) crafting wills and trusts alongside powers of attorney; (iv) negotiating premarital agreements as well as postnuptial contracts and separation accords; (v) mediating custody arrangements along with financial support disputes; (vi) overseeing retirement account distributions along with other deferred compensations like pensions; and finally (vii), resolving complicated property settlements that may involve business valuations. While we aim to resolve most cases through negotiation or mediation methods first—supporting a more amicable resolution—we are also equipped with substantial litigation experience should court intervention become necessary. This includes tackling will challenges, incompetency claims processionals' disputes over alimony rights during divorce proceedings as well as trials related to custody matters. Our foremost priority is ensuring that clients’ legal needs are met while empowering them to define their aspirations effectively amid challenging situations. We also commit ourselves professionally within the larger framework of laws which safeguard an organized society—bearing responsibility for balancing divergent interests through conflict resolution efforts while safeguarding individual rights amidst crises whilst providing strategic foresight for long-term peace of mind.