Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Attorneys in Asheville
Tuorto Family Law was established to provide dedicated legal representation for individuals navigating family law challenges in North Carolina. Our practice focuses exclusively on divorce, separation, and related matters, guided by Board Certified Specialist Shannan Barclay Tuorto. With expertise in equitable distribution, alimony, child custody, and domestic violence cases, we prioritize personalized strategies that protect client interests.Our team combines legal acumen with compassionate support, as evidenced by recognition from the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys and Super Lawyers. We serve western North Carolina residents with a commitment to achieving favorable resolutions through negotiation or litigation. Backed by paralegal Tracy Williamson and office manager Lisa deCarle, we offer comprehensive counsel grounded in over a decade of local practice experience.
Services
Divorce Representation
Child Custody
Alimony Guidance
Equitable Distribution
Mediation Services
Domestic Violence Cases
Child Support
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- Board-certified family law specialist with 15+ years local experience
- Certified mediator for collaborative divorce solutions
- Recognized as Top 10 Under 40 attorney in North Carolina
- Personalized strategies for complex family law matters
- Proven track record in divorce, custody, and alimony cases
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
- Certified Family Financial Mediator
- National Academy of Family Law Attorneys Top 10 Under 40
- Best Lawyers Family Law Mediation
- North Carolina Super Lawyers Rising Star
What people say
Pleasure to work with
Excellent legal advice
Best family law office
Great client advocate
Excellent experience
Services
Divorce Representation
Our firm provides comprehensive divorce representation addressing property division, spousal support, and child-related matters. We develop tailored strategies for contested or uncontested divorces while prioritizing client objectives. With extensive courtroom experience, we protect client interests throughout North Carolina's legal process.
Child Custody
We advocate for custody arrangements serving children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our approach addresses physical custody, legal decision-making authority, and visitation schedules. We help clients navigate modifications and enforcement actions related to custody agreements.
Equitable Distribution
Our team handles complex property division matters involving real estate, businesses, retirement accounts, and personal assets. We identify marital vs. separate property to ensure fair distribution under North Carolina law. We negotiate settlements and litigate when necessary to protect client assets.
Mediation Services
As a certified mediator, attorney Tuorto facilitates constructive negotiations for divorce settlements. This collaborative approach addresses financial, custody, and property issues outside court. We help clients achieve mutually acceptable agreements while reducing emotional and financial costs.
Alimony Guidance
We provide strategic counsel on postseparation support and long-term alimony arrangements. Our representation addresses temporary and permanent support needs while considering tax implications. We advocate for fair financial provisions during divorce proceedings and modifications.
People
Shannan Barclay Tuorto
Attorney & Founder
Board-certified family law specialist with 15+ years experience in North Carolina. Certified Family Financial Mediator recognized by Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers. Focuses on divorce, custody, and mediation with personalized client advocacy.
Lisa deCarle
Office Manager
Manages firm operations with extensive experience in legal administration. Provides client support and coordinates case management to ensure efficient service delivery for family law matters.
Tracy Williamson
Paralegal
Supports legal team with case preparation and client communication. Brings specialized knowledge of North Carolina family law procedures to assist in achieving favorable case outcomes.
Questions
What family law services do you offer?
We handle divorce, child custody, alimony, equitable distribution, mediation, and domestic violence protection orders throughout western North Carolina.
Are you a certified family law specialist?
Yes, Shannan Tuorto is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law with additional certification as a Family Financial Mediator.
How do you handle multi-state custody cases?
Our firm coordinates legal strategies across state lines, as demonstrated in recent cases involving North Carolina, Georgia, and Oklahoma jurisdictions.
What are your office hours?
We're available Monday-Thursday 8:30AM-5PM and Friday 8:30AM-12:00PM for client consultations and case management.
Do you offer mediation services?
Yes, we provide certified mediation services to help clients resolve family law disputes collaboratively and cost-effectively.
How are legal fees structured?
We offer transparent fee arrangements with options for hourly representation and negotiated settlements to meet client needs.
