Board Certified Family Law Specialist (North Carolina)
What Does “Board Certified” Mean?
Board Certification in Family Law is the highest professional distinction a family law attorney can earn in North Carolina. It is awarded by the North Carolina State Bar to attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional skill, experience, and knowledge in family law matters.
Less than a small percentage of attorneys in North Carolina achieve Board Certification in Family Law. It is not automatic, and it is not based on years of practice alone — it must be earned through a rigorous and highly selective process.
What It Takes to Become Board Certified
To become a North Carolina Board Certified Family Law Specialist, an attorney must:
- Practice family law as a primary focus for many years
- Handle a substantial number of complex family law cases
- Pass a comprehensive, day-long specialty examination
- Receive peer review and recommendations from judges and fellow attorneys
- Complete ongoing, advanced legal education specific to family law
This certification must be maintained and renewed, ensuring continued excellence and up-to-date knowledge of North Carolina family law.
Why Board Certification Matters to You
Family law cases can affect your finances, your future, and your family relationships. Choosing a Board Certified Family Law Specialist means you are working with an attorney who has been independently verified as an expert in this area of law.
When you hire a Board Certified Family Law Specialist, you can expect:
- Proven expertise in North Carolina family law
- Strategic guidance in complex or high-conflict cases
- A deep understanding of court procedures, judges, and legal nuances
- Confidence that your attorney meets the highest professional standards
A Commitment to Excellence in Family Law
Attorney Jonathan Jerkins is proud to be a North Carolina Board Certified Family Law Specialist, a distinction that reflects a long-standing commitment to excellence, integrity, and client advocacy.
This certification is one more way Jerkins Family Law demonstrates its dedication to providing skilled, knowledgeable, and trusted legal representation for individuals and families across North Carolina.
