Janet Gemmell
Blue Clay Farms, NC

Janet Gemmell

Cape Fear Family Law

Complex DivorceDivorce and SeparationChild Custody and Visitation+2 More

Janet L. Gemmell founded Cape Fear Family Law in 2007 after previously practicing at the Rosen Law Firm beginning in 2001. She is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist with the North Carolina State Bar, licensed in North Carolina since 19…

26 years' experience
Accepting New Clients

About

Janet L. Gemmell founded Cape Fear Family Law in 2007 after previously practicing at the Rosen Law Firm beginning in 2001. She is a Board Certified Family Law Specialist with the North Carolina State Bar, licensed in North Carolina since 1999 and in Florida since 2016, and her practice focuses on complex divorce, child custody, property division, and spousal support matters.

Practice Areas

Complex DivorceDivorce and SeparationChild Custody and VisitationProperty DivisionSpousal Support | Alimony

Awards & Recognition

  • Super Lawyers: 2019-2022, 2025-2026
  • Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2014-2015
  • AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell (2017)
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Bar Admissions

  • North Carolina, 1999
  • Florida, 2016

Education

  • J.D., Campbell University, Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law, 1999
  • B.A., University of North Carolina at Wilmington, 1996 (cum laude)

Service Offers

  • Accepting New Clients
  • Languages: English

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Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce in North Carolina

Do I need a divorce lawyer?
While you can represent yourself, having a lawyer is highly recommended, especially with children, significant assets, or contested issues. A lawyer ensures your rights are protected.
What should I bring to my first consultation?
Bring financial documents (tax returns, bank statements, pay stubs), property records, prenuptial agreements if applicable, and a list of questions and concerns about your situation.