Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Asheville, NC
GHMA | LAW is an Asheville-based law firm with over four decades of dedicated service to families navigating complex legal challenges. Since 1979, our board-certified specialists in family law have combined extensive experience with a client-centered approach, earning recognition as AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and inclusion in Best Lawyers in America. Our expertise spans high-stakes divorce proceedings, child custody matters, and mediation services, supported by a network of forensic experts and financial professionals.We maintain leadership roles in legal organizations like the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers while prioritizing personalized solutions for each client's unique circumstances. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through consistent recognition in North Carolina Super Lawyers and Best Law Firms rankings, reflecting both peer respect and client satisfaction.
Services
Family Law
Complex Divorce
Child Custody
Mediation Services
Prenuptial Agreements
Domestic Violence Cases
Alimony Negotiations
Property Division
Post-Divorce Modifications
Adoptions
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Board-certified specialists with 40+ years of family law experience
- Proven cooperative law approach reduces conflict and costs
- Recognized in national legal directories since 1979
- Client-focused representation prioritizing family well-being
- Trial-ready attorneys with complex case expertise
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
- Best Lawyers in America
- North Carolina Super Lawyers
- Best Law Firms
- North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization
What people say
Best attorney in Asheville
Excellent outcome
Quick to respond
Reasonable fees
Knowledgeable and patient
Services
Family Law Representation
GHMA | LAW provides comprehensive family law services including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, and spousal support negotiations. Our board-certified attorneys combine courtroom experience with cooperative law principles to achieve favorable outcomes. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of North Carolina family law statutes and decades of local legal practice.
Complex Divorce Cases
We handle intricate divorce matters involving business valuations, complex financial portfolios, and high-net-worth asset division. Our attorneys work with forensic accountants and valuation experts to protect client interests. This specialized service addresses unique challenges in professional practice divisions and multi-state property settlements.
Child Custody Solutions
Our child custody services focus on creating sustainable parenting plans that serve children's best interests. We address legal and physical custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and relocation considerations. The firm emphasizes mediation while maintaining trial readiness for contested custody matters.
Mediation Services
Certified mediators at GHMA | LAW facilitate resolution of family law disputes through structured negotiation processes. This service helps clients avoid litigation by addressing financial, custody, and property division issues collaboratively. Our mediators maintain neutrality while guiding parties toward mutually beneficial agreements.
Prenuptial Agreements
We draft and review prenuptial agreements that protect individual assets and clarify financial expectations for marriages. This service ensures legally sound documentation of property rights while addressing potential future contingencies. Our approach balances legal protection with relationship considerations.
People
Patrick S. McCroskey
Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
Recognized family law attorney with 40+ years experience, AAML Fellow, and multiple Best Lawyers accolades. Specializes in complex divorce litigation and mediation.
Janet H. Amburgey
Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
Certified family financial mediator and first Western NC inductee to Family Law Hall of Fame. Recognized for excellence in child custody cases and collaborative law practices.
Questions
What areas of law does GHMA | LAW specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in family law matters including divorce, child custody, alimony, property division, and domestic violence cases.
Are your attorneys board-certified specialists?
Yes, both Patrick McCroskey and Janet Amburgey are North Carolina Board Certified Specialists in Family Law with decades of experience.
Do you handle complex divorce cases?
Yes, we specialize in complex divorces involving high net worth individuals, business valuations, and intricate financial arrangements.
What is your approach to child custody cases?
We prioritize children's best interests while protecting parental rights through cooperative strategies and courtroom advocacy when necessary.
Are your attorneys recognized in legal directories?
Yes, we maintain top rankings in Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Martindale-Hubbell for our family law expertise.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide mediation services for family law matters with certified mediators experienced in resolving complex financial disputes.
