New Direction Family Law has nearly 100 years of combined experience protecting the rights of our clients in family law matters. Our holistic approach allows us to provide high-quality, individualized attention to individuals in Wake, Durham, Johnston, and surrounding counties in North Carolina.
Jessica Evans
NC State Bar Certified Paralegal
Jessica Evans
NC State Bar Certified Paralegal
Professional Background
Jessica Evans is a lifelong North Carolinian who was born in Clinton, North Carolina, and has called the Cleveland School area home since the age of five. She obtained her Associate in Applied Science degree in Paralegal Technology in 2004 and has since built an impressive career spanning more than two decades in the legal field. As a North Carolina Bar Certified Paralegal, Jessica brings extensive experience, professionalism, and a deep understanding of the family law process to her work each day.
Jessica’s interest in the legal profession began early, sparked by a business law class she took in high school. What started as curiosity quickly developed into a lasting passion for helping others through meaningful and challenging moments in their lives. Not only does Jessica have extensive operational experience in a law firm, but she also has taken the opportunity to share her knowledge with family law students as an instructor. Jessica has extensive operational experience working in family law, but she has also had the opportunity to share that knowledge as an instructor on the topic of family law at Johnston Community College. Over the years, she has dedicated her career to family law, where she has become known for her steady guidance, compassionate nature, and unwavering commitment to clients.
Approach to Clients
Jessica believes one of the most important parts of being a paralegal is communication and the ability to truly connect with clients and support them through emotionally difficult transitions. Her own personal experience with divorce gives her a unique level of empathy and understanding that many clients find deeply reassuring. She knows firsthand that while the process can feel overwhelming, there is hope and happiness on the other side.
With more than twenty years of experience, Jessica offers clients patience, perspective, and a calming presence during uncertain times. She understands that family law matters often involve highly personal challenges, and she is committed to making each client feel heard, respected, and supported throughout every stage of their case.
Jessica approaches her role with dedication, thoughtfulness, and a genuine desire to help others move forward with confidence. Her experience, paired with her compassionate nature, helps create the kind of client-centered support that families need most during times of change.
Community Involvement
Jessica has always valued the importance of family, resilience, and connection—values that influence both her personal life and her professional approach. As someone who has spent her life rooted in North Carolina, she is proud to serve individuals and families in the community she has long called home.
Outside the office, Jessica enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, and their family, including her two teenage daughters. Family time is at the center of her life, whether that means cheering on her daughter in competition clogging or simply enjoying time together. She also serves her church community through their women’s ministry. She also taught family law at Johnston Community College in the past.
Jessica has a creative spirit and enjoys crafting, organizing, photography, and gardening. In recent years, she has developed a passion for growing flowers from seed, cultivating hundreds of plants each season. She finds peace in tending her garden and joy in using it to brighten the lives of others. When it is time to relax, Jessica’s favorite getaway is Aruba, where she and her husband enjoy returning each year.
Jessica’s ability to relate to clients on a personal level, combined with years of legal experience, allows her to provide meaningful support that goes beyond paperwork and process. Jessica understands that sometimes what clients need most is someone who listens, encourages, and reminds them that brighter days are ahead.
