Richmond County family cases are heard in District Court at the Richmond County Judicial Center, 105 W Franklin St, Rockingham, NC 28379. Our Raleigh family law team handles Richmond County divorce, custody, and support cases. Call (704) 842-3411.
Richmond County Family Law Attorneys
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Richmond County family court quick facts
| Courthouse | Richmond County Judicial Center, 105 W Franklin St, Rockingham, NC 28379. Main number (910) 419-7400. |
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| Hours | 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday |
| District Court district | District 21 |
| Family court office | Richmond County Family Court Administration (per the NC Judicial Branch) |
| Our serving office | Charlotte office, 5960 Fairview Rd, Suite 438 |
Check your exact court date and courtroom on the eCourts Portal. Courthouse details are from the North Carolina Judicial Branch and were current as of October 2026.
Family law in Richmond County
Richmond County family cases, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution, are filed in District Court. Contested custody cases generally go to the state custody mediation program before a judge decides them. Equitable distribution claims must be filed before an absolute divorce is granted or they can be lost. Our Raleigh family law team handles Richmond County family cases.
How a family case moves forward in Richmond County
- Filing. A family case starts when a complaint is filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in Richmond County. Divorce, custody, support, and property claims are District Court matters.
- Service and response. The other party must be formally served with the papers and generally has 30 days to respond.
- Custody mediation. If custody is contested, the parents are generally sent to the custody mediation program before a judge hears the case.
- Agreement or hearing. Many family cases end with a written agreement or consent order. Issues that do not settle are decided by a District Court judge.
Questions about your situation? Call (704) 842-3411. Phones and chat are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.
Your Richmond County family law team
Richmond County clients work with our Charlotte office. Family law cases are handled by our Raleigh family law team.
Where to find us
Martine Law, Charlotte office
5960 Fairview Rd, Suite 438
Charlotte, NC 28210
(704) 842-3411Phones and chat are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.
Richmond County family law FAQs
Where are Richmond County family cases heard?
Richmond County divorce, custody, child support, and other family cases are filed in District Court at the Richmond County Judicial Center, 105 W Franklin St, Rockingham, NC 28379. Your court papers or the eCourts Portal show the courtroom for each hearing.
Do I have to go to custody mediation in Richmond County?
Contested custody cases generally go to the state custody mediation program before a judge decides them. The court will send notice of the orientation and mediation session.
Who handles my Richmond County family case?
Our Raleigh family law team handles Richmond County family cases. North Carolina lawyers can appear in any county in the state.
Does a Richmond County custody case start at 50/50?
No. North Carolina law does not presume equal custody. A judge decides custody based on what will promote the interest and welfare of the child, and joint custody is one option the court must consider when a parent asks for it (N.C. Gen. Stat. 50-13.2).
How long does it take to get divorced in Richmond County?
North Carolina requires you and your spouse to live separate and apart for one year before filing for absolute divorce, and one of you must have lived in North Carolina for at least six months (N.C. Gen. Stat. 50-6). After the complaint is filed, your spouse must be served and has time to respond. How quickly the divorce is heard then depends on the court calendar.
How is child support calculated in a Richmond County case?
Most cases use the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines. The Guidelines look at both parents’ incomes, the number of children, and costs such as the children’s health insurance and work-related child care. A judge can depart from the Guidelines only in limited situations.
Do I have to go to court for a Richmond County custody case?
Not always. Many parents settle custody through mediation or negotiation, and the agreement can become a consent order signed by a judge. If you cannot agree, a District Court judge decides custody after a hearing.
How much does a Richmond County family law consultation cost?
Family law: $50 consultation with our Director of Client Engagement. Full refund if you’re not satisfied, for any reason.
Nearby counties
We also help families in these nearby counties: Anson County, Montgomery County, Moore County, Scotland County.
See the Charlotte office page for every county we serve.
This page provides general information about North Carolina law and local courts. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Court locations, hours, and procedures change; confirm details with the court or with us. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.