The Modern Legal Team

Legal representation in family law matters involves more than the black-and-white letter of the law. Our Modern Legal team can help you navigate the legal system when the law and your family collide.

We help turn confusion into confidence, helplessness into empowerment, and frustration into action. 

Theresa E. Viera

Founder of Modern Legal
Family Law Attorney & Arbitrator
NC DRC Certified Mediator

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Tiffany A. Byrd

Family Law & Estate Planning Attorney
Masters in Social Work

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Eboni N. Thompson

Family Law Associate Attorney

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Adrienne K. Dewberry

Firm Administrator

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Lourdes G. Lagos Flores

Legal Administrator

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Juliana N. Galit

Client Intake & Community Engagement Assistant

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Destiny K. Shembo

Client Intake & Legal Assistant

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Allison B. Frazier

Fractional Communications Director

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  • Caring, Compassionate, Intelligent

    Tiffany was able to help me resolve my child support case. She is caring, compassionate, professional, knowledgeable, and always made sure my questions were answered. She made sure I felt her support and never felt alone or lost throughout the case.

    – Jenniffer, Avvo

  • Wise Legal Support

    To Deb: “I am so grateful for your compassionate, competent, efficient and wise legal support through this process. Somehow, in the midst of much bitterness and acrimony, you manage to create positive energy through your work. Thank you and all the best to you.”

    – Becky

  • Knowledgeable, Timely and Feeling at Ease

    Theresa was amazing to work with. She was knowledgeable, timely, and made us feel at ease with what was a difficult situation. She was everything I needed her to be and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of a family law attorney.

    – Tanya, Avvo

  • Professionalism and Attention to Detail

    Attorney Viera represented me in my separation/divorce with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail. She was able to navigate me through a very difficult and emotional process with grace and a true concern for my best interests allowing me to get the best possible outcome in my situation. I would highly recommend Attorney Viera!

    – Jackie, Avvo