With nearly 100 years of combined family law experience, our local family law attorneys are committed to guiding you through life’s toughest legal challenges. Schedule a consultation with our team today.
New Direction Family Law
Your Raleigh Family Law Attorneys – Local, Trusted, Here for You.
New Direction Family Law
Your Raleigh Family Law Attorneys – Local, Trusted, Here for You.
With nearly 100 years of combined family law experience, our local family law attorneys are committed to guiding you through life’s toughest legal challenges. Schedule a consultation with our team today.
Why Choose New Direction Family Law?
At New Direction Family Law, our founding partners are North Carolina natives who studied law right here in the Tar Heel State. We live, work, and serve the Raleigh community. We’re not a national cookie-cutter firm – we’re your local neighborhood family law attorneys and divorce lawyers, focused on serving clients located in Wake, Durham, Johnston, and surrounding counties in North Carolina.
Decades of Experience
Our divorce and family law attorneys have nearly 100 years of combined experience. After spending decades navigating the NC court system and helping families, we offer legal solutions that are the best for you and your family.
Client-Centered Approach
Along with experienced attorneys, you’re supported by an experienced legal team to help you from your initial consultation to the conclusion of your case. For any questions or concerns, you’ll have timely follow-ups to keep you feeling assured and stress-free.
Dedicated Support
Thousands of clients have trusted us to take care of their families and futures. We are committed to securing the outcome you deserve, and we can help you no matter the difficulty of your situation.
Personalized Service
From the initial consultation to the final resolution, we provide personalized service and a high-quality experience. By providing the individualized support you deserve, we’ll help you feel confident and assured every step of the way.
Meet Our Managing Partners, Born and Raised in NC.
Elizabeth Stephenson, MSW
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator, & Collaborative Lawyer
Focus Areas: Family Law, High Conflict Divorce, High Conflict Custody Disputes, Child Support, Complex Asset Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Parenting Coordination, Collaborative Law, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation, and more.
Experience: Over 24 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Elizabeth Stephenson has passionately advocated for families and children since 2000. As managing partner at New Direction Family Law, she treats every client as an individual, not just a legal case.
Elizabeth understands that family law issues are complex and emotionally charged. These cases often involve anger, bitterness, and resentment. She provides straightforward guidance and explains the pros and cons of each case. She helps clients navigate challenges with honesty and clarity.
Her regular practice spans Wake and Durham Counties. She focuses on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and co-parenting arrangements. Elizabeth’s approach combines strength and compassion to ease the stress of separation and divorce. She works closely with clients to create strategies for success. She remains dedicated to providing steadfast support throughout the process.
As a trained parenting coordinator, Elizabeth assists families in high-conflict custody cases. She helps them develop healthy co-parenting relationships. As a mother of a teenager, she understands the deep bond between parents and children. She works hard to protect those relationships during difficult times.
Sarah Hink
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator
Focus Areas: Family Law, Parenting Coordination, High Conflict Child Custody Disputes, Child Support, High Conflict Divorce, Complex Property Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation and more.
Experience: Over 10 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Sarah Hink is a managing partner at New Direction Family Law. She exclusively practices family law, focusing on high-conflict and complex cases. She has dedicated her career to advocating for clients through effective communication, empathy, and legal excellence.
Calm and poised in and out of the courtroom, Sarah applies a pragmatic approach to every case. With experience handling contentious matters, she delivers the attention and advocacy clients need to secure their best interests.
Since receiving her North Carolina Bar license, Sarah has practiced family law exclusively. She regularly practices in Wake and Durham Counties. Additionally, she is trained as a parenting coordinator, providing guidance to families facing high-conflict custody disputes.
Her ability to balance patience with candidness helps deescalate tense situations. Moreover, Sarah keeps the focus on children’s best interests while supporting her clients through every step.
Meet Our Managing Partners, Born and Raised in NC.
Elizabeth Stephenson, MSW
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator, & Collaborative Lawyer
Focus Areas: Family Law, High Conflict Divorce, High Conflict Custody Disputes, Child Support, Complex Asset Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Parenting Coordination, Collaborative Law, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation, and more.
Experience: Over 24 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Elizabeth Stephenson has passionately advocated for families and children since 2000. As managing partner at New Direction Family Law, she treats every client as an individual, not just a legal case.
Elizabeth understands that family law issues are complex and emotionally charged. These cases often involve anger, bitterness, and resentment. She provides straightforward guidance and explains the pros and cons of each case. She helps clients navigate challenges with honesty and clarity.
Her regular practice spans Wake and Durham Counties. She focuses on family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and co-parenting arrangements. Elizabeth’s approach combines strength and compassion to ease the stress of separation and divorce. She works closely with clients to create strategies for success. She remains dedicated to providing steadfast support throughout the process.
As a trained parenting coordinator, Elizabeth assists families in high-conflict custody cases. She helps them develop healthy co-parenting relationships. As a mother of a teenager, she understands the deep bond between parents and children. She works hard to protect those relationships during difficult times.
Sarah Hink
Attorney/Managing Partner, Parenting Coordinator
Focus Areas: Family Law, Parenting Coordination, High Conflict Child Custody Disputes, Child Support, High Conflict Divorce, Complex Property Division, Post Separation Support, Alimony, Family Law Litigation, Separation Agreements, Mediation and more.
Experience: Over 10 years
Practice Areas: Wake & Durham counties
Sarah Hink is a managing partner at New Direction Family Law. She exclusively practices family law, focusing on high-conflict and complex cases. She has dedicated her career to advocating for clients through effective communication, empathy, and legal excellence.
Calm and poised in and out of the courtroom, Sarah applies a pragmatic approach to every case. With experience handling contentious matters, she delivers the attention and advocacy clients need to secure their best interests.
Since receiving her North Carolina Bar license, Sarah has practiced family law exclusively. She regularly practices in Wake and Durham Counties. Additionally, she is trained as a parenting coordinator, providing guidance to families facing high-conflict custody disputes.
Her ability to balance patience with candidness helps deescalate tense situations. Moreover, Sarah keeps the focus on children’s best interests while supporting her clients through every step.
Our
Family Law Services
Divorce
Navigate the complexities of divorce with confidence, knowing our team has your best interests in mind. We help mitigate the stress through this difficult period so you can feel assured every step of the way.
Alimony
Support
Secure your financial stability through knowledgeable alimony services tailored to your needs. Our attorneys will help you reach a solution that is fair and equitable.
Child
Custody
Ensure your child’s well-being with our experienced guidance in child custody and visitation matters. We’ll help you reach an outcome that focuses on the specific needs of your child.
Property
Division
We’ll help you navigate the equitable distribution of marital assets, protecting your financial future. Our attorneys offer you the best chance at getting what you deserve.
Domestic Violence
If you’re in a situation involving domestic violence, we can provide the legal protection and support you need. We can also connect you with resources to help ensure your safety and well-being.
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