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Jonathan Dean Griffin

Jonathan Dean Griffin is a family law attorney at Griffin Law, PLLC in Statesville, North Carolina. With over 20 years of experience, he also represents clients in criminal defense, handling cases such as divorce, child custody, child support, DUI/DWI, and other criminal matters. He earned his J.D. from North Carolina Central University School of Law (cum laude, 2001) and his B.S. from the University of Texas at Tyler (magna cum laude, 1994). Licensed to practice in North Carolina since 2001, Jonathan is dedicated to helping clients navigate difficult legal challenges with skill and compassion.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Jonathan Dean Griffin

Gray divorce presents special financial challenges for couples

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Last Modified on Mar 06, 2019

In North Carolina and across the US, the divorce rate for older individuals has been steadily increasing. In fact, a…

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High school teacher charged with DWI, resisting arrest

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Last Modified on Feb 20, 2019

On Feb. 7, North Carolina authorities arrested a high school teacher on suspicion of drunk driving after she was involved…

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A brighter future begins with your record expungement

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Last Modified on Feb 05, 2019

There are new expungement rules in North Carolina, which is good news for people burdened with certain kinds of criminal…

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How to uphold the best interests of a child

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Last Modified on Feb 04, 2019

When divorcing parents are creating a custody and visitation plan, the best interests of the child come first. North Carolina…

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The unique factors of divorce among couples 50 and over

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Last Modified on Jan 25, 2019

Most older spouses in North Carolina who’ve been together for many years seem like they’re on fairly stable ground marriage-wise.…

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Disparity in attractiveness increases divorce risk, studies show

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Last Modified on Jan 08, 2019

A North Carolina husband with a wife who is significantly more attractive than he is might face a higher divorce…

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Options for the marital home during divorce

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Last Modified on Dec 27, 2018

When people in North Carolina make the decision to divorce, they may find it a difficult choice to leave the…

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How to modify spousal support after divorce

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Last Modified on Dec 11, 2018

Couples who go through a divorce negotiate what they would like regarding spousal support, child custody, visitation rights and an…

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How a court determines child custody

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Last Modified on Dec 11, 2018

North Carolina parents who are going through a divorce may have questions about how their living arrangements will affect the…

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Tips for parallel parenting

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Last Modified on Nov 30, 2018

Some parents in North Carolina who are getting a divorce might be able to co-parent effectively, but others may not.…

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Obstacles fathers may face in family court

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Last Modified on Nov 12, 2018

Some divorced or unmarried fathers might face obstacles when it comes to child support and custody. One father who was…

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Advocates call for reducing legal BAC limit

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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2018

New York’s blood alcohol concentration limit of .08 percent is identical to that of 48 other states and the District…

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