Charles Adkins

Helping Families Navigate Divorce and Custody with Compassion and Expertise

Practice Areas:

• Family Law (90%): Specializing in separation, divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and equitable distribution.
• Estate Planning (10%): Including wills, living wills, trusts, and power of attorneys.

Background: Charles Adkins is a native of Charlotte and a graduate of Myers Park High School. After completing his education, Charles returned to Charlotte, where he served as a police officer and an officer in the N.C. Army National Guard. His extensive background in law enforcement and military service has instilled in him a deep understanding of the complexities and emotional challenges involved in family law matters.

Personal Insight: Living in Huntersville with his wife and four children, Charles has firsthand experience with the challenges of divorce, asset division, and child custody. This personal experience, combined with his professional expertise, enables him to provide empathetic and practical legal support to his clients. Charles is dedicated to helping parents develop child custody schedules that prioritize their children’s best interests and minimize conflict.

Education:

• Appalachian State University
  • Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
• Oklahoma City University School of Law
  • Juris Doctor
• Boston University
  • Master of Criminal Justice
• University of St. Andrews
  • Graduate Certificate in Terrorism Studies

Additional Professional Experience:

• Police Officer: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (6.5 years)
• United States Army Veteran: Engineer Officer with the North Carolina Army National Guard (8.5 years), deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

Practice Philosophy: Charles focuses on creating legal solutions that support the long-term well-being of children and families. He aims to avoid litigation where possible by fostering reasonable agreements between parties. However, when faced with unreasonable opposition, Charles is prepared to advocate vigorously for his clients to ensure the best outcomes for their children.

Client-Centered Approach: Charles’ approach to family law is client-centered, offering personalized care and attention to each case. His background in law enforcement and military service equips him with unique skills in conflict resolution and negotiation, making him a formidable advocate for his clients.

Charles Adkins’ blend of professional expertise and personal experience makes him a trusted choice for family law and estate planning in Huntersville, NC. Whether navigating divorce, child custody, or estate planning, Charles is committed to providing compassionate and effective legal representation.