Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Charlotte, NC
Easterling Family Law is a Charlotte-based legal practice dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive family law representation. Our approach prioritizes holistic solutions that address clients' emotional, financial, and legal needs while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity. With specialized expertise in divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and alternative dispute resolution methods, we combine 9+ years of legal experience with a personalized service model that treats every client like family.Our team of award-winning attorneys employs collaborative strategies to achieve non-litigated resolutions whenever possible, while maintaining the courtroom readiness required to protect client interests in contested matters. Through transparent communication and ethical advocacy, we empower clients to make informed decisions that preserve their dignity and secure their future.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Alimony
Mediation
Collaborative Law
Separation Agreements
Property Division
Domestic Violence
Adoption
LGBTQ+ Services
Highlights and features
- 9+ years of specialized family law experience in Charlotte
- Holistic approach addressing legal, emotional, and financial aspects
- Certified collaborative law practitioners with multidisciplinary team
- Proven success in non-litigated dispute resolution methods
- Award-winning attorneys recognized for client-centered representation
Associations and certifications
- Best Family Lawyers In Charlotte (Expertise.com 2020-2022)
- American Institute of Legal Counsel Top 10 Client Satisfaction
What people say
Professional, dependable, thoughtful
Extremely knowledgeable
Calm, prepared, collected
Caring and professional
Wonderful trial attorney
Services
Absolute Divorce
Our firm specializes in handling absolute divorce proceedings in North Carolina. This service involves legally terminating marriages after one year of separation. We guide clients through the 60-day process while ensuring proper documentation of property division, custody arrangements, and support agreements. Our experienced attorneys provide comprehensive representation to protect client interests during this critical legal transition.
Child Custody
We represent clients in developing custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our services include custody evaluations, parenting plan development, and courtroom representation when necessary. We help establish physical custody arrangements, decision-making responsibilities, and visitation schedules that accommodate each family's unique circumstances while meeting legal requirements.
Collaborative Law
Our certified collaborative law practitioners facilitate dispute resolution outside traditional court settings. This process involves joint sessions with both parties, mental health professionals, and financial experts to create mutually beneficial solutions. We help clients maintain control over decisions while minimizing adversarial conflict through structured negotiation frameworks and professional mediation support.
Alimony Determination
We provide expert guidance on alimony matters, helping clients understand their rights and obligations. Our services include calculating support amounts, negotiating agreements, and courtroom representation when necessary. We consider all relevant factors including marital duration, financial disparities, and living standards to achieve fair outcomes for both parties.
Family Law Mediation
Our certified mediators facilitate constructive negotiations between parties in family law disputes. This service helps resolve issues related to divorce, custody, and support through structured mediation sessions. We provide neutral guidance while helping clients develop customized solutions that avoid prolonged courtroom battles and maintain amicable relationships where possible.
People
Lindsey Easterling
Managing Attorney and Founder
Founder of Easterling Family Law with 9+ years of family law experience. Recognized for compassionate representation and collaborative law expertise. Specializes in divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and alternative dispute resolution methods while maintaining courtroom readiness for complex cases.
Kathryn Yates
Attorney
Experienced family law attorney assisting clients with divorce proceedings, custody arrangements, and support negotiations. Provides strategic legal guidance while prioritizing clients' emotional and financial well-being throughout the legal process.
Kristen Bens
Business Administrator
Manages firm operations and client services with 9+ years of administrative experience in legal environments. Coordinates case management, client communications, and office operations to ensure efficient service delivery.
Debra McDuffie
Paralegal
Supports attorneys with case preparation and client documentation. Provides organizational expertise in managing legal filings, discovery processes, and procedural requirements for family law cases.
Tandi Gerow
Legal Assistant
Assists with client communications and case management tasks. Coordinates appointments, maintains case records, and provides administrative support to ensure smooth legal proceedings for clients.
Questions
What family law services do you specialize in?
We specialize in divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, alimony determinations, collaborative law solutions, and mediation services for family disputes.
How do you handle child custody cases?
We prioritize the child's best interests while protecting parental rights, providing strategic guidance through custody evaluations and parenting plan development.
What is your approach to divorce proceedings?
We emphasize non-litigated resolutions through mediation and collaborative law while maintaining courtroom readiness for contested matters requiring litigation.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, we offer initial consultations to discuss your specific family law needs and develop a tailored legal strategy for your case.
How are attorney fees structured?
Most services billed hourly, with select services like absolute divorce offered at flat fees for predictable cost planning.
