Marion K. Parsons - Asheville, NC
Attorney at Parsons Law, PA
Family Law Lawyers in Asheville, NC
156 East Chestnut St. Asheville, NC 28801
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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16
Years
Experience
Asheville Family Law Lawyer
Updated: 05/12/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Child Custody
- Intersection of Abuse Allegations
- Child Protective Services
Attorney Information
Overview
Marion K. Parsons, of Parsons Law, PA, in Asheville, North Carolina, represents individuals in Western North Carolina.
She handles family law and juvenile matters revolving around divorce, child custody and support issues, property division, juvenile matters involving the Department of Social Services and parent defense, and more.
Ms. Parsons takes pride in guiding clients during each step of the legal process. She understands that legal disputes often cause significant mental and financial stress of parties. Her ultimate goal is to find a tailored solution for her clients, meeting their specific needs and goals.
Many cases are resolved without heading to court, however, sometimes a trial is necessary. Ms. Parsons is an experienced litigator and trial lawyer. She was an assistant coach for her former Wake Forest University School of Law Trial Team and, since moving to Buncombe County, also served as the regional coordinator for Western North Carolina's High School Mock Trial.
Ms. Parsons is currently a member of the Family Law section of the North Carolina Bar Association, the Buncombe County Bar, and the Buncombe County Bar Young Lawyers Division.
Along with North Carolina, Ms. Parsons is licensed to practice law in the state of Oregon. She is also licensed to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina as well as in the Eastern Band of Cherokee Tribal Court.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, Fellow
- Nominated by Super Lawyers Rising Stars for six (6) consecutive years
Other Sources of Feedback About Marion K. Parsons
Included on the 2025 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2024 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2023 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2022 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2021 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
- 2020 North Carolina Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Wake Forest University School of Law,
Winston Salem,
North Carolina
Juris Doctor
Honors: American Association of Justice (“AAJ”) Trial Team, Member
Honors: Editor-in-Chief, The Hearsay, Wake Forest University School of Law Student Newspaper
Honors: Participant, Wake Forest University School of Law Litigation Clinic - 2008-2010
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Wake Forest University School of Law,
Winston Salem,
North Carolina
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Non Legal Education
- University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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Western Michigan University,
Kalamazoo,
Michigan
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Literature
Minor: Biology
Current Employment Position(s)
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Managing Attorney
Past Positions
- Attorney, Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC, Winston-Salem, NC - August 2010 – July 2011
- Intern Forsyth County District Attorney’s Office, Winston-Salem, NC - February 2009 – April 2009, June 2009 – August 2009
- Intern, Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC, Winston-Salem, NC - February 2009 – April 2009
- Clerk, 49th Circuit Court, Big Rapids, MI - May 2008 – August 2008
- Intern, Washtenaw County Public Defender’s Office, Ann Arbor, MI - May 2008 – August 2008
Classes and Seminars
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Guest Speaker, South College Asheville, 2019, 2020
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Presenter, "GAL- Rethinking Who Speaks for the Child’s Best Interest” North Carolina Parent Attorney Conference - 2017
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Presenter, Young Lawyers Division Panel, 28th Judicial District Bar Professionalism For New Admittees Program - 2018
- Instructor, Western Michigan University Writing Center 2005-2007
Pro Bono Activities
- Western North Carolina with high school mock trial, Volunteer
Bar Admissions
- North Carolina, 2010
- Oregon, 2011
- U.S. District Court Western District of North Carolina, 2011
- Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, 2012
Specialties and Certifications
- Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
Other Affiliations
- Member, 28th Judicial District Bar
- Coach, American Association for Justice Trial Team, January 2011 – 2018
- Regional Coordinator, American Association for Justice Regional Mock Trial 2014-2016
- Executive Committee Member, 28th Judicial District of North Carolina, 2012-2015
- Assistant Coach, Wake Forest University School of Law American Association for Justice Trial Team, 2010-2011
- Member, North Carolina Bar Association, Family and Juvenile Bar Member, 2010-Present
- Member, Wake Forest University School of Law American Association for Justice Trial Team
- Member, Wake Forest University School of Law Trial Bar, 2008-2010
- Member, American Inns of Court, 2008-2010
- Member, Western Michigan University Equestrian Team - Hunter/Jumper, 2004-2006
- Member, Western Michigan University Chapter Sigma Tau Delta, 2005-2006
Contact
156 East Chestnut St.
Asheville, NC 28801
Phone: 828-600-7499
Fax: 828-516-9478
Email: Send a message
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