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The Legal Services Your Family Needs
DIVORCE WITH CONFIDENCE & COMPASSION
At the Breeden Law Office, we understand the challenges families in North Carolina face, whether you’re a parent fighting for custody at the end of a troubled marriage or a business owner protecting your livelihood. As experienced family attorneys, we tailor our approach to meet your needs, ensuring your divorce goes as smoothly as possible and you can move on with clarity & stability.
For over 25 years, we’ve supported mothers, fathers, and professionals like you—trying to balance what best for them, their children, and their families. We offer clear legal guidance the prioritizes children, look out for your long-term financial interests, and help maintain your family’s stability through life’s toughest transitions. We serve Wake, Johnston, and Harnett counties, with office locations in Smithfield, Garner, Cary, and Angier.
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OUR FAMILY LAW PRACTICE AREAS
Divorce
A divorce could be your path to peace-of-mind or a fresh beginning. We can make sure you find the resolution that’s best for you and yours.
Child Custody & Support
Establishing custody and support plans for your children can be challenging, but it’s essential to provide stability in their lives.
Domestic Violence
Protecting your family from domestic violence can be difficult and complex. Our team of family lawyers can help you get a protective order, update custody, or get an emergency order.
Our Origin Story & Mission
EVERY HERO FACES ADVERSITY
Growing up in a tough environment, Attorney Jonathan Breeden fought back and now fights for others facing family legal battles. For over 25 years, the Breeden Law Office has empowered families in North Carolina—helping mothers, fathers, and hark working people take control, protect their kids, and secure better futures.
With a focus on safeguarding children and standing up for mistreated spouses, we’re the ally you need for whatever family challenges lie ahead.
Your story is just beginning — call us today.
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About the Firm
Founded in 2000, the Breeden Law Office serves Johnston, Wake, and Harnett counties. We are unique, answering our clients’ questions before they ask them.
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Jonathan Breeden is a true professional! Responsive and thorough. The best in the business!
I would highly recommend Jonathan Breeden. He’s a straight shooter, professional, and really knows his stuff. He was able to take a very complex process (divorce) and break it down in terms that I could understand and process. This allowed me to have confidence, make informed decisions and ultimately reach a favorable outcome.
Jonathan and his staff were wonderful. I was kept informed and anytime I had a question they always had the time to explain to me what I needed to know. I would 100% say…If your in need of a lawyer then Jonathan is your man.
5 Reasons You Need a Family Lawyer in North Carolina
Every family is different, and so are their problems. Divorces and child custody issues are not one size fits all, the dynamics in adoptions and estate planning cases vary wildly. Deciding whether you need a lawyer can be a challenge, but speaking with an experienced North Carolina family attorney can provide clarity and could make the difference in achieving your goals.
- You Need Objective Advice
Even when everyone involved is cordial and shares the same goals, handling domestic issues legally can get intensely emotional. It can affect your ability to make the best decisions. Unemotional guidance from a lawyer can give you clear direction, based on sound logic and practical knowledge of the law.
- Everything Has to be Accurate
You may think that filling out “do it yourself” divorce, child support, or custody forms will be cheap and easy. But even a simple mistake in the paperwork, missing information, or a missed deadline could cost you a lot of time and money. A family lawyer can ensure everything is complete, correct, and timely.
- Lawyers Know the Law
Even cordial divorces and family legal matters have complexities you’re likely not considering. It seems obvious, buy lawyers know the law and undergo extensive training to recognize and address potential complications.
- You & Your Family Need Protection
If your spouse has a lawyer and you don’t, you may find yourself at a disadvantage in a divorce. This can mean an inequitable division of assets and unfair custody and child support plans. In an adoption or other domestic matter, you risk people backing out or taking advantage. A lawyer can safeguard your interests.
- You May Need to Go to Court
There are alternatives to litigating family matters, and avoiding court is always the goal. However, fear should not motivate our decisions. Sometimes negotiations break down mediation fall apart, and you need to fight for your family. A veteran lawyer with real experience and proven success in family court can be a big advantage, even if you are ultimately able to agree on a fair deal outside the courthouse. And if you are not able to agree, you will know that you have an attorney who will be ready to fight for your interests.
Divorce In North Carolina: What You Need to Know
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Attorney Breeden is your guide and explains your journey as only a divorce lawyer can. He’ll walk you through what happens next in the divorce process covering topics such as child custody and dividing assets.
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- Child Custody
- Child Support
Child Custody
CHILD- FIRST CUSTODY PLANS
As parents, we know you’ll do anything to ensure your children’s happiness and stability. At Breeden Law Office, we help families navigate child custody in North Carolina with their children’s best interests at heart. North Carolina recognizes three types of custody: primary custody, secondary custody with visitation, and joint custody, where time is divided equally.
With our record in North Carolina family courts and all manner of child custody issues, we are uniquely equipped to guide you through these decisions and procedures, advocating for your children’s stability and helping you create custody arrangements that support their well-being.
Types of Child Custody in NC
- PRIMARY CUSTODY – The child lives full-time with the parent granted primary custody.
- SECONDARY CUSTODY – This parent has scheduled visitation rights with the child.
- JOINT CUSTODY – The child divides their time equally between both parents.
Child Support
Create a Plan with Your Children in Mind
Child support is to help with the expense of raising a child. Whether you’re asking for support or being asked to pay — it’s important to understand your rights.
There are a number of factors that influence child support in North Carolina. Fortunately, Jonathan Breeden in an experienced and tenacious advocate for those looking for help with their child support concerns. Jonathan will clearly explain your options and obligations.
As a skilled negotiator, he will represent your best interests when coming to an agreement, and he’s a tough trial lawyer that you’ll want fighting for you if your child support case goes to court.
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The NC Family Law Court Process
ON YOU FAMILY’S LEGAL JOURNEY – YOU’RE THE HERO. WE’RE JUST YOUR GUIDE.
The Breeden Law Office is here to uncomplicate your life and provide the support you need to split from a manipulative spouse, arrange custody for your kids, and appropriately divide your assets. We also know complicated family matters are not one-size-fits-all. So, whatever you’re dealing with, we want to be part of the solution.
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We Serve Cary & the Surrounding Area
Consultations are easy, convenient, and may be the first step in your family’s new, better life.
Jonathan Breeden has over 25 years of experience and is a fixture in the area’s local family courts, handling domestic cases in:
- Cary
- Raleigh
- Johnston County
- Harnett County
- Benson
- Wake County
- Garner
- Angier
- Smithfield
- Clayton
- Lillington
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YOUR FAMILY NEEDS ITS HERO. WE FIGHT TO MAKE IT YOU.
- Over Two Decades Protecting Families in NC
- Client & Child-First Focus
- Relentless Advocacy
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“Jonathan and his team are amazing! Not only did he help win my case, he made me and my family feel like we were part of his.”
Mike