Jeffrey E. Marshall
Partner
Brief Biography
For Jeff, practicing family law means helping clients navigate life’s most challenging transitions with clarity, compassion, and strength. He believes that family law is not just about resolving disputes — it’s about guiding people toward a future they can build with confidence.
Jeff’s approach to family law is focused on building a relationship with each client on a foundation of trust, aimed at achieving their individual goals in a manner that is both thorough and efficient.
Jeff is a North Carolina Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law, a distinction held by fewer than 250 attorneys statewide. Since 2009, he has dedicated his entire practice to divorce and family law, bringing both experience and balance to every case. As a certified Family Financial Mediator and trusted arbitrator, Jeff is known for his ability to resolve complex disputes fairly and efficiently. His peers regularly call on him for advice, and he has shared his knowledge as a speaker and educator for the North Carolina Bar Association and other legal organizations.
Originally from Rochester, New York, Jeff has called North Carolina home since beginning his legal career. Away from the courtroom, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Becky, and their two daughters, Harper and Josie. His roots in both family and community fuel his commitment to helping clients protect what matters most.aw Attorneys’ “10 Best in Client Satisfaction,” and the National Advocates’ Top 100 Lawyers.
Educational Background
- J.D. (Juris Doctor), Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio
- Graduated with Order of the Curia Honors
- B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, State University of New York, Buffalo
Professional Associations
- Member of the North Carolina State Bar
- Member of the Tenth Judicial District Bar
- Member of the Wake County Bar Association
- North Carolina Bar Association
- Member of the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association
- Co-Chair of the ADR Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association
- Member of the North Carolina Advocates for Justice (NCAJ)
- Executive Committee Leadership for Family Law Section of NCAJ
- Co-Chair of the CLE Committee for the NCAJ
- Secretary of the Family Law Section of the NCAJ
Courts Admitted
- North Carolina State Courts
Board Certifications
- North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law
- Certified Family Financial Mediator and Trusted Arbitrator
Awards
- Avvo Client’s Choice Award: 2014, 2015
- 10.0 (Superb)Avvo Rating
- Rated AV Preeminent® by Martindale-Hubbell®
- Selected to Super Lawyers: 2015 – 2026
- Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2022. Jeffrey E. Marshall is recognized in the following practice area in Raleigh, North Carolina: Family Law
- Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite (top 3%)
- North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Power List for Family Law
Practice Areas Focus
- Child Custody
- Child Support
- Division of Assets and Debts (Equitable Distribution)
- Divorce
- Enforcement
- Grandparent Rights
- Mediation
- Modifications
- Same Sex Divorce
- Separation
- Spousal Support, including Alimony and Post-Separation Support
- Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders
- Alternative Dispute Resolution, including Mediation and Arbitration
Presentations
- 2022 Family Law Specialist Conference, Course Planner
- 2024, Essentials of Family Law, Course Planner
- 2025 Family Law Specialization Exam Review, Planner, Moderator and Speaker
- 2025 Family Law ½ Day CLE with NCAJ, Planner and Speaker
- 2025 | What About the Children?, Speaker, The Custody Cases You Need to Know From the Last 10 Years
