Modern Legal - Waxhaw, NC
Family Law Lawyers in Waxhaw, NC
102 Waxhaw Professional Park Drive Suite C-600 Waxhaw, NC 28173
- 3 Super Lawyers®
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9
Years
Experience
Waxhaw Family Law Firm
Updated: 03/02/2026
Areas of Practice
- Family Law
- Divorce
- Child Custody & Visitation
- Collaborative Law
- Equitable/Interim Distribution
- Postseparation Support/Alimony
- Termination of Parental Rights
- Fathers Rights
- Mediation
- Estate Planning
- Wills
- Power of Attorney
Firm Information
Overview
Modern Legal focuses on family law matters, including spousal support, domestic violence, divorce, adoption, parental rights, estate planning and more. The firm recognizes family law as more than just statutes and regulations; it's about the lives, emotions and futures of real people.
Operating across North Carolina and South Carolina, this Charlotte-based law firm offers proficient legal guidance when the complexities of family law intersect with the lives of their clients. Their mission is to transform confusion into clarity, helplessness into empowerment and frustration into proactive steps forward.
The founder, Theresa E. Viera, brings a deeply personal understanding to the firm’s practice. Licensed in North Carolina as a family law attorney and certified mediator, Ms. Viera’s early exposure to domestic violence and child abuse has profoundly shaped her approach to legal representation. This background gives her a unique perspective on the emotional and psychological dimensions that accompany legal disputes.
Modern Legal believes in doing more than just navigating legal systems. It strives to make a genuine difference in the community and the lives of the clients. Understanding that each case involves real people with real stakes, it is committed to providing legal solutions that not only address the immediate needs but also contribute to long-term well-being.
Whether you are dealing with custody issues, divorce or any other family law matters, trust Modern Legal to handle your case with the utmost care and professionalism. The team is not here to just serve as your legal representatives, but as your advocates, supporters and guides through every step of the legal process. Let them help you turn challenging situations into opportunities for growth and empowerment. With Modern Legal, you are not alone. The Modern Legal team ensures that your voice is heard and your rights are protected.
Awards and Honors
Super Lawyers® Selectees
Modern Legal selected for a Super Lawyers® list
Languages
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English (Primary)
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Spanish
Pro Bono Activities
- Charlotte Triage - Human Trafficking and SIJS Matters, 2020 - Present
- Council For Children's Rights - Best Interests Attorney, 2024 - Present
Staff
- Adrienne K. Dewberry, Firm Administrator
- Lourdes G. Lagos Flores, Legal Administrator
- Juliana N. Galit, Client Intake and Community Engagement Assistant
- Allison B. Frazier, Fractional Communications Director
Staff
- Adrienne K. Dewberry, Firm Administrator
- Lourdes G. Lagos Flores, Legal Administrator
- Juliana N. Galit, Client Intake and Community Engagement Assistant
- Allison B. Frazier, Fractional Communications Director
Contact
102 Waxhaw Professional Park Drive
Suite C-600
Waxhaw, NC 28173
Phone: 704-286-6302
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.modernlegalnc.com/
Additional North Carolina Locations
Charlotte, NC (Main Office, 15.2 miles)
6715 Fairview Road
Suite A
Charlotte, NC 28210
Phone: 704-286-6302
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.modernlegalnc.com/
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday
Gastonia, NC (30.5 miles)
2922 Audrey Drive
Suite 105
Gastonia, NC 28054
Phone: 704-286-6302
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.modernlegalnc.com/
Statesville, NC (59.9 miles)
1605 Norwood Rd
Statesville, NC 28677
Phone: 704-286-6302
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.modernlegalnc.com/
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