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James Epperson and Steven Ockerman

About Epperson Law Group, PLLC

Divorce and Family Law attorneys serving Charlotte, Weddington and Boone, NC

Families are complicated, and the issues surrounding a divorce may be more so. Even the most amicable couples can find themselves at odds when it comes to dividing assets, or raising their children. Sometimes, you need another perspective to help you reach your goals. You need someone you can trust to tell you the truth, and to help you through the process and the aftermath, so you can start your new life.

At Epperson Law Group, PLLC, we are guided by a commitment to helping you achieve favorable results in an efficient manner. Our Charlotte divorce and family law attorneys work with clients every day who face a range of divorce, custody, and other family law issues. We see the stress these legal matters inflict on families and how difficult it is for everyone involved. You can rely on us for short- and long-term solutions that work for you. Contact us in Charlotte, Weddington, or Boone to learn more.

Our promise to our clients throughout North Carolina

We take our legal responsibilities to our clients seriously. We know that while the divorce process itself is divisive, all of the issues which come later will require a new way of thinking about, and a new way of planning for the future.

At Epperson Law Group, PLLC, we promise to treat you and your needs with the respect and dignity you deserve. We fight for the best possible result in a cost-effective manner, addressing both your immediate and long-term goals. We do not waste time, and we are always here when you need us, even after your original case has been resolved.

We consistently help our clients achieve favorable resolutions, often without the need for a trial. However, as accomplished trial lawyers, we are prepared to protect and pursue your interests when matters get heated, and we are decisive negotiators.

What we do

Our Charlotte legal team uses proven strategies to secure you the results you desire. We understand that while your short-term goals are important, so is planning for the future. We offer a wide range of legal services related to family law and estate planning, including:

We also handle personal injury claims, special education law, and other forms of civil litigation. We invite you to call our office to speak with a team member about your specific needs.

Charlotte Family Lawyers

Meet the Charlotte divorce and family law attorneys

Founding partner James Epperson started practicing in North Carolina in 1994, and opened our firm in 2011. Two years later, partner Steven Ockerman joined the firm – and the rest, as they say, is history. Both partners are former U.S. Military JAG Corps officers, each with 28 years of legal experience.

The attorneys and staff of Epperson Law Group, PLLC are equipped to help you appropriately resolve some of the most important legal matters you will ever need to address. We invite you to learn more about our team:

Why should you choose Epperson Law Group, PLLC?

With more than 70 years of combined experience, the attorneys of Epperson Law Group, PLLC handle complex, challenging issues on behalf of clients throughout North Carolina. We know that you are stressed. We know that sometimes, making it through the day is all you can hope for – and that some days, you will be more motivated. We also know that when it comes to your kids, your best interests are aligned with their best interests.

At Epperson Law Group, PLLC, we understand that divorce can be chaotic, so we offer our clients what they need: a structured, planned, and proactive approach for tackling their immediate needs, and a way to anticipate and, ideally, minimize any disturbances that may come along the way.

We keep you informed at every stage of the process, and we always tell you the truth. Sometimes that means we may not tell you what you had hoped to hear, but it is in your best interests to hear it. You will be better equipped to make informed legal decisions when you are fully aware of your position.

Family Law Firm in Charlotte

When you work with a Charlotte family lawyer at our firm, you will quickly find that we treat our clients like family. You are far more than a case number or a source of income to us: you are a real person dealing with issues that have the potential to significantly impact every area of your life. That is why we make it a point to answer and address your questions as quickly as possible. We operate on your time because family law issues are not just 9-to-5 issues. If we are in court or with another client when you call us, we make sure to reach out to you as soon as we possibly can, to help assuage any fears, concerns, or frustrations you may have.

We are your advocates at every step of the process. If the time comes where we must go to trial, you can trust that we will fight aggressively for your best interests, with the same precision and determination with which we handle every case we take. We have earned the respect of judges and opposing counsel throughout North Carolina because we know the laws, we know your rights, and we know how to build an effective case on your behalf.

Fight for what matters most with Epperson Law Group, PLLC

Identifying good and bad decisions in difficult family law matters is what allows you to take the best possible steps forward. Our Charlotte divorce and family law attorneys are here to help. Call Epperson Law Group, PLLC today at 704-321-0031, or fill out our contact form, and schedule a consultation at one of our offices in Weddington, Charlotte, or Boone. We represent clients throughout North Carolina, including servicepeople stationed at Seymour Johnson, Pope, Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, Cherry Point, and New River.