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Gena Morris
Charlotte, NC

Gena Morris

James Mcelroy & Diehl PA

Divorce and SeparationChild Custody and VisitationChild Support | Child Support Enforcement+3 More
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Gena Graham Morris has practiced family law in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties for more than 27 years and has been certified by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a family law specialist since 1997. She is a…

27 years' experience
Accepting New Clients

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Gena Graham Morris has practiced family law in Mecklenburg and surrounding counties for more than 27 years and has been certified by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization as a family law specialist since 1997. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and a Diplomate of the American College of Family Trial Lawyers.

Practice Areas

Divorce and SeparationChild Custody and VisitationChild Support | Child Support EnforcementSpousal Support | AlimonyProperty DivisionPrenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements

Awards & Recognition

  • AV® Preeminent™ rated (Martindale-Hubbell)
  • Best Lawyers in America© (Family Law, 2008, 2011, 2013–2026)
  • Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" in Family Law (2022)
  • NC Super Lawyers (2006–2026); Top 50 Women (2010–2026); Top 100 (2015, 2024, 2026)
  • Business North Carolina Legal Elite in Family Law (2016–2018, 2022–2026)
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Bar Admissions

  • North Carolina State Bar
  • United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina

Education

  • J.D., Campbell University School of Law (1992)
  • B.A., English and Political Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1987)

Service Offers

  • Accepting New Clients

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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.
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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.