Business Details
13 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorney in Durham, NC
The Law Offices Of Catherine Pavur has provided compassionate, skilled legal representation since 2013, combining over 29 years of personal legal experience with small-firm personalized service. Our practice focuses on resolving complex family law matters including divorce, child custody, alimony, and property division, prioritizing clients' emotional and financial well-being. As a former partner at a major Southeast law firm, I bring big-firm expertise while maintaining direct client communication and tailored strategies.We serve clients across the Triangle region, emphasizing transparent counsel and aggressive advocacy whether negotiating settlements or litigating in court. Our commitment to community extends through local bar association leadership roles and continuing legal education contributions, ensuring our practice remains at the forefront of family law developments.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Alimony
Property Division
Premarital Agreements
Family Law Mediation
Domestic Violence Cases
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- 29 years of family law experience since 1996 with big-firm expertise
- Personalized service combining direct client communication with aggressive advocacy
- Active leadership roles in North Carolina and Durham Bar Associations
- Proven trial experience handling complex family law litigation
- Commitment to continuing legal education and community involvement
What people say
Excellent legal advice
Compassionate representation
Timely thorough responses
Invaluable insight and guidance
Trusted friend and advocate
Services
Divorce Representation
Comprehensive legal counsel for contested and uncontested divorces, including property division, spousal support, and child custody arrangements. Our approach prioritizes protecting clients' rights while minimizing emotional distress through strategic negotiation or litigation when necessary. With extensive courtroom experience, we guide clients through complex divorce proceedings while maintaining clear communication about case developments and potential outcomes.
Child Custody
Advocacy for custody arrangements prioritizing children's best interests while protecting parental rights. We handle custody modifications, visitation disputes, and emergency custody matters with sensitivity to family dynamics. Our practice focuses on creating workable long-term solutions through mediation or litigation, ensuring clients understand North Carolina's custody laws and how they apply to their specific circumstances.
Alimony
Guidance on temporary and permanent alimony determinations considering North Carolina's statutory factors. We represent clients seeking or contesting spousal support, addressing tax implications and enforcement issues. Our approach balances realistic financial assessments with clients' post-divorce needs, working toward fair support arrangements that consider both parties' circumstances.
Premarital Agreements
Drafting and reviewing enforceable premarital agreements that protect individual assets and clarify financial expectations. We help couples create customized agreements addressing property division, spousal support, and other financial matters while ensuring legal compliance. Our process emphasizes transparent communication to establish clear expectations before marriage.
Family Law Mediation
Facilitating cooperative dispute resolution through court-approved mediation processes. We help clients resolve family law conflicts outside courtroom settings, focusing on mutually beneficial solutions for divorce terms, custody arrangements, and financial matters. Our mediation practice emphasizes maintaining amicable relationships while achieving legally sound agreements that meet both parties' needs.
People
Catherine Pavur
Attorney & Owner
Family law attorney with 29 years of experience since 1996, including 12 years at a major Southeast law firm. Former President of Durham County Bar Association and Durham Bar Foundation, with extensive trial experience in divorce, custody, and complex family law matters.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, alimony, property division, premarital agreements, domestic violence cases, and family law mediation across the Triangle region.
How much experience do you have?
With 29 years of practice since 1996 and 12 years at a major Southeast law firm, I bring extensive courtroom experience and legal expertise to every case.
Do you handle cases outside Durham?
Yes, we serve clients in Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and throughout the Triangle region for all family law matters.
What makes your practice different?
We combine big-firm legal expertise with personalized attention, maintaining direct client communication while providing aggressive courtroom advocacy when needed.
Are you available for urgent matters?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritize prompt responses to urgent family law concerns during regular business hours.
