McIlveen Family Law Firm announced that attorneys Ashley Prince, Joshua Finney, and Kisha Patel have passed the North Carolina family law specialization exam and met all requirements to become North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialists in Family Law. The North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization recognized the attorneys as newly certified specialists on December 10, 2025.
Board certification is one of the highest professional distinctions available to attorneys in North Carolina. According to the North Carolina State Bar's Legal Specialization program, there are approximately 33,400 lawyers statewide and 1,161 Board Certified Specialists—about 3.5% of all North Carolina attorneys. To qualify for certification in family law, applicants must demonstrate substantial involvement in family law, complete significant family-law continuing legal education, undergo peer review, and pass a comprehensive specialty examination.
"We are incredibly proud of Ashley, Joshua, and Kisha for earning board certification," said Angela McIlveen, Managing Partner of McIlveen Family Law Firm. "This achievement reflects an extraordinary level of commitment to the practice of family law and reinforces our promise to deliver focused, high-caliber representation to our clients across North Carolina."
The significance of this announcement extends beyond the individual achievements of the three attorneys. It signals to clients and the legal community that McIlveen Family Law Firm prioritizes specialized expertise and rigorous professional development. For clients navigating complex family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and equitable distribution, having board-certified attorneys can provide added confidence in the quality of legal counsel. The certification also highlights the growing emphasis on specialization within the legal profession, as fewer than 4% of North Carolina lawyers hold this designation.
McIlveen Family Law Firm is a North Carolina family law firm representing clients in matters including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and related family law proceedings. The firm serves clients throughout North Carolina with a commitment to strategic advocacy, practical counsel, and compassionate service. The newly certified specialists are expected to enhance the firm's ability to handle complex cases and provide authoritative guidance in family law.
