Lori Vitale
Raleigh, NC

Lori Vitale

Vitale Family Law

Divorce and SeparationUncontested DivorceLGBTQ+ | Same Sex Divorce+7 More

Lori Vitale founded Vitale Family Law in Raleigh, North Carolina, and has practiced exclusively in family law for over 25 years. She has been a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law (NC State Bar) since 2001 and is a Fellow of the Americ…

25 years' experience
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About

Lori Vitale founded Vitale Family Law in Raleigh, North Carolina, and has practiced exclusively in family law for over 25 years. She has been a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law (NC State Bar) since 2001 and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She previously served as President of the NC Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (2015) and Chair of the Family Law Section of the NC Bar Association (2011-2012), and currently serves as an Advisor on the NC State Bar Ethics Committee.

Practice Areas

Divorce and SeparationUncontested DivorceLGBTQ+ | Same Sex DivorceSpousal Support | AlimonyChild Custody and VisitationChild Support | Child Support EnforcementMediationProperty DivisionDomestic Violence | Protective OrdersPrenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Awards & Recognition

  • Best Lawyers in America (since 2007; Hall of Fame)
  • Business North Carolina's Legal Elite (since 2009; Top Legal Elite for Family Law, 2014)
  • North Carolina Super Lawyers (since 2011, incl. Top 50 Women Attorneys, Top 100 Attorneys, Top 25 Lawyers in Raleigh)
  • U.S. News & World Report Top Tier Family Law Firm ranking (since 2013)
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Bar Admissions

  • North Carolina, 1995
  • U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina, 1995
  • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of North Carolina, 1996

Education

  • J.D., Wake Forest University School of Law (1995)
  • B.A., Randolph-Macon Woman's College (1992) - International Relations, Philosophy, German
  • University of Texas at Austin (1988-1990)

Service Offers

  • Accepting New Clients

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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.