Durham's Leading LGBT-Focused Family Law Firm
NicholsonPham: Fierce Advocacy for Families in North Carolina
Trusted Family Law Representation for Modern Families
NicholsonPham is a leading family law firm in Durham, North Carolina, known for its fierce advocacy for equality, diversity, and inclusion. Whether you are navigating divorce, building your family, or facing legal issues unique to LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, NicholsonPham provides trusted, compassionate, and experienced guidance.
With a strong focus on equal parental rights and responsibilities for same-sex couples, the firm helps families thrive—even when the law has yet to fully catch up. NicholsonPham’s attorneys are recognized thought leaders in LGBTQ+ family law and bring practical insight and strategic advocacy to every matter they handle.
Deep North Carolina Roots. Nationally Recognized Leadership.
Located in the heart of Durham, NicholsonPham draws on deep roots in North Carolina communities. Founding partners Meredith Nicholson and Milan Pham are North Carolina natives and graduates of local law schools. Both are nationally recognized Fellows of the Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys, reflecting advanced experience in adoption, surrogacy, and parentage matters.
Multilingual and committed to serving marginalized communities of all kinds, the firm is widely respected for leadership in family law, inclusion, and access to justice.
The firm is also strengthened by the legacy of Sharon Thompson, is of counsel to the firm. A pioneer in LGBTQ+ legal advocacy and co-founder of the LGBT Bar, Sharon brings decades of civil litigation and family law experience to the team.
Together, NicholsonPham’s attorneys offer nearly a century of combined experience focused on helping clients protect what matters most.
Experience. Advocacy. Leadership.
NicholsonPham is built on a commitment to excellent client service, community engagement, and thoughtful legal strategy. We provide more than legal representation—we provide peace of mind during life’s most personal and challenging transitions.
