Lincoln County family cases are heard in District Court at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 120 Justice Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Our Raleigh family law team handles Lincoln County divorce, custody, and support cases. Call (704) 842-3411.
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Lincoln County family court quick facts
| Courthouse | Lincoln County Courthouse, 120 Justice Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Main number (704) 742-7800. |
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| Hours | 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday |
| District Court district | District 39 |
| Our serving office | Belmont office, 6640 Wilkinson Blvd, Suite 400 |
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 Lincoln County
Lincoln 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. Lake Norman families often have retirement accounts or waterfront property in play, which makes careful valuation important. Equitable distribution claims must be filed before an absolute divorce is granted or they can be lost. Our Raleigh family law team handles Lincoln County family cases.
How a family case moves forward in Lincoln County
- Filing. A family case starts when a complaint is filed with the Clerk of Superior Court in Lincoln 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 answered 24/7.
Your Lincoln County family law team
Lincoln County clients work with our Belmont office. Family law cases are handled by our Raleigh family law team.
Where to find us
Martine Law, Belmont office
6640 Wilkinson Blvd, Suite 400
Belmont, NC 28012
(704) 842-3411, phones and chat answered 24/7
Lincoln County family law FAQs
Where are Lincoln County family cases heard?
Lincoln County divorce, custody, child support, and other family cases are filed in District Court at the Lincoln County Courthouse, 120 Justice Drive, Lincolnton, NC 28092. Your court papers or the eCourts Portal show the courtroom for each hearing.
Do I have to go to custody mediation in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County family case?
Our Raleigh family law team handles Lincoln County family cases. North Carolina lawyers can appear in any county in the state.
Does a Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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: Gaston County, Cleveland County, Catawba County, Iredell County.
See the Belmont 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.