Family Law
Guidance through custody, support, divorce, and equitable distribution with an emphasis on clarity and protecting what matters most to your household.
Explore family law →Kenansville · Duplin, Sampson, Jones & Onslow Counties
Clear Guidance Through Difficult Times
Shane Kennedy Law provides steady, practical legal help for family law matters—custody, child support, divorce, and equitable distribution—as well as traffic violations, criminal court matters, and personal injury. When life takes an unexpected turn, you deserve an advocate who listens and explains the path forward.
Proudly serving families and individuals in Duplin, Sampson, Jones, and Onslow Counties—and nearby communities across eastern North Carolina.
How We Help
Legal support when the stakes are personal
Court dates, custody schedules, traffic citations, and injury claims can feel overwhelming. At Shane Kennedy Law, the goal is simple: give you clear information, honest assessments, and strong advocacy so you can make decisions with confidence.
Whether you are separating from a spouse in Kenansville, facing a custody dispute in Sampson County, fighting a speeding ticket in Onslow County, or dealing with a crash on a rural highway in Jones County, we focus on the facts of your case and the outcomes that matter to you and your family.
- Family LawCustody, support, divorce
- Child CustodyParenting plans & modifications
- DivorceSeparation & property division
- Child SupportOrders & enforcement
- Traffic TicketsSpeeding & moving violations
- Criminal DefenseLocal court representation
- Personal InjuryAccident & injury claims
Practice Areas
Focused help for eastern North Carolina families
Each matter is different. These pages explain what is typically involved, what to expect, and when it makes sense to call an attorney.
Child Custody
Parenting time, legal custody, modifications, and disputes involving children in Duplin, Sampson, Jones, and Onslow Counties.
Custody overview →Divorce & Separation
North Carolina divorce requirements, separation, property division, and related claims explained in plain language.
Divorce information →Traffic Tickets
Help with speeding tickets, license points, and traffic court appearances that can affect insurance and driving privileges.
Traffic defense →Criminal Defense
Representation in local criminal and traffic-related court matters, with preparation aimed at protecting your record and your future.
Criminal defense →Personal Injury
Support after car wrecks and other injuries—documenting losses, dealing with insurers, and pursuing a fair recovery.
Injury claims →What to Expect
A calm, practical approach
1. Listen first
We start by understanding your situation—family dynamics, court deadlines, prior orders, or the details of a ticket or crash—before recommending next steps.
2. Explain clearly
Legal processes can be confusing. You will hear plain-language explanations of options, risks, and likely timelines so you can decide what fits your goals.
3. Advocate steadily
From filing paperwork to appearing in court in Duplin, Sampson, Jones, or Onslow County, we work to present your case carefully and protect your interests.
Ready to talk about your case?
Call the office or send a message to request a consultation. Early advice can make a meaningful difference in family, traffic, criminal, and injury matters.