About Melissa

Melissa Averett practices family regulation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina — She founded Averett Family Law in 2000, the place she serves because the managing lawyer. The firm focuses on many household regulation problems, which includes divorce, estate planning, probate, and domestic violence. Known for her commitment to clients, Melissa is known for her extensive information of household regulation—an area she has been passionate approximately since she earned her law degree from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 1998. Upon graduating, Melissa started her professional legal career as a managing lawyer, quickly gaining knowledge in a number of household law matters. Her dedication to the sector led her to turn out to be a certified NC Family Law Specialist, a designation that shows her talent and commitment to household law practice.

Most of her cases involve divorce hearings, the place she guides clients through the details of asset department and child custody arrangements. Her understanding of these problems lets in her to offer tailor-made legal techniques that meet the wants of each client. In addition to dissolution cases, Melissa handles estate planning and probate things, helping families in navigating the legal requirements for managing estates. She is particularly passionate approximately domestic violence cases, advocating for victims and ensuring their safety and rights are protected. This concentrate on family violence supports her making a sure impact in the community—an aspect of her practice that she finds deeply fulfilling.

Before founding her company, Melissa used to be actively concerned in various legal initiatives and network outreach packages aimed at supporting households in crisis. Her experience includes operating with the Judicial District 15B bar, which serves Orange and Chatham Counties. This involvement has allowed her to live connected with local legal developments and network needs, further enhancing her capacity to serve her clients successfully. Melissa is an active member of numerous professional organizations, which includes the North Carolina State Bar and the North Carolina Bar Association. She serves at the NC Bar Domestic Violence Committee, contributing to discussions and initiatives aimed toward improving legal responses to family violence issues.

In her spare time, she participates in network events and academic programs, aiming to elevate attention approximately family law problems. Melissa Averett continues to recommend for her clients, providing compassionate and knowledgeable legal advocacy in family regulation matters throughout North Carolina.

Education

North Carolina Central University School of Law

J.D. (1998)

1994

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

Founder and Executive Director

DVC Legal Services, Inc.
2000

Managing Lawyer

Averett Family Law
1998

Accepted Jurisdictions

North Carolina

Court Admissions

North Carolina State Supreme Court

Types of Cases Handled

divorce estate planning probate domestic violence

Certifications & Awards

NC Family Law Specialist

NC State Bar

Professional Associations

North Carolina State Bar

has membership Current

Judicial District 15B bar - Orange and Chatham County

has membership 1998 - Current

NC Bar Association

has membership 1998 - Current

NC Bar Domestic Violence Committee

has membership 2016 - 2020

Office Locations

Main Office

 101 Conner Dr. Suite 402 Chapel Hill NC 27514