Ellen Arnold Kiernan

Ellen Arnold Kiernan at Kiernan Ellen Arnold represents clients in North Carolina family law with a steady, step by step process that starts with a clear plan and realistic expectations. Ellen Arnold Kiernan focuses on divorce & family law within North Carolina family law. The practice includes matters filed in District Court in Wilmington, North Carolina and New Hanover County. Cases often involve temporary orders, parenting schedules, guideline child support worksheets, post separation support, spousal support, and QDROs where retirement is divided. When needed the attorney pursues or defends 50B protective orders and requests for emergency custody. Property division work addresses classification, valuation, and distribution of homes, business interests, vehicles, and credit lines. The approach blends settlement planning with courtroom preparation so the file stays ready if the case does not resolve in mediation. The goal is to help clients make informed decisions through settlement or trial while protecting rights to equitable distribution and support before an Absolute Divorce is entered.