DOMINIQUE “MISSY” FOARD

PARTNER

FAMILY LAW – DIVORCE – CHILD SUPPORT & CUSTODY

MISSY FOARD

FAMILY LAW, DIVORCE, CHILD SUPPORT, CHILD CUSTODY

Missy Foard started her legal career doing insurance defense work. After several years of attending mediations and hearing about the impact of financial strain and its impact on marriages, Missy switched gears and began practicing family law at SeiferFlatow.

Missy Foard is a partner at SeiferFlatow, PLLC, and her practice focuses on family law. Missy’s mission is to help confidently guide people through challenging situations involving divorce, custody, and family law.

“What most distinguishes SeiferFlatow from other firms is our drive. We are willing to work late, long, and hard to help clients. The whole team truly takes active roles in ensuring each client’s case is handled with professionalism, urgency, and care. I’m proud to be a partner of a firm whose values so closely align to my own.”

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Schedule a Consultation Years of Aggressive Advocacy 9 5 Star Reviews on AVVO 29 Legal Answers Published Online 46 Family Law & Divorce Child Custody Child Support Family Law & Divorce

With aggressive, yet compassionate advocacy, our Family Law practice focuses on the individual needs of our clients and providing them with the knowledge, tools, and understanding needed to navigate the complicated issues that may arise during the legal process.

Trust Missy to provide you with the counsel and confidence to make the decisions necessary to move forward in your life and achieve your family goals.

Child Custody

Your children’s well-being during the divorce process is likely atop the list of your concerns. Learn more about child custody in North Carolina.

Representative Case: Child Custody and Relocation

Missy received a favorable ruling from the judge in a case where her client wanted to relocate to another state with his child. The child had been living in North Carolina with the other parent for years and had only recently been able to form a relationship with my client for reasons outside his control. Missy was able to show the judge why it was in the child’s best interest for primary legal and physical custody to be granted to her client, and the relocation was approved by the court.

Child Support

Your children’s well-being and your ability to care for their needs are incredibly important. Find out more information about child support in North Carolina

Representative Case: Retroactive and Ongoing Child Support

Missy received a favorable ruling from the judge in a case where the other parent was not paying any support for their child. Missy was able to get support for the past 2 years, as well as ongoing support and attorney fees.

education

Missy Foard attended Gettysburg College and Campbell Law School. After graduating from law school in Raleigh, Missy moved to the Queen City and has never looked back.

Missy is admitted to the state of North Carolina Bar.

Her education includes:

• B.A., Sociology, Gettysburg College
• J.D., Campbell University

Getting Personal

In her free time, Missy enjoys reading, running, tennis, and exploring Charlotte and all it has to offer with her husband, two sons, and two dogs. As a PA native, Missy is an avid supporter of the Pittsburgh Steelers, though she has quickly grown to consider the Panthers “her” team, as well.

Recognition Expand

Rising Star Super Lawyers (2021)

Rising Star Super Lawyers (2020)

Legal Elite Business North Carolina (2019)

Rising Star Super Lawyers (2019)

Top 10 Under 40 National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys (2018)

10 Best Attorney Client Satisfaction American Institute of Legal Counsel (2018)

10 Best Female Attorney American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (2018)

Top 40 Under 40 National Trial Lawyers (2017)

Top 10 Attorneys Under 40 National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys (2017)

10 Best Female Attorneys American Institute of Family Law Attorneys (2016)

Commitment to Pro Bono Award Campbell University (2011)

Media Expand

“Getting Paid, Avoiding Conflicts, and Supervising Staff: Fee Agreements, Multi-party Representation, and Delegation of Duties” (assisted) – North Carolina State Bar Journal, 2011

Podcast: “Child Custody and Visitation in North Carolina” from the NC Divorce Info podcast.

In the Community Expand

Mecklenburg County Bar, Family Law Section Member (2016 – Present)

United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina Attorney Member (2016 – Present)

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Member (2015 – Present)

Mecklenburg County Bar Association Member (2012 – Present)

North Carolina Bar Association Member (2011 – Present)

North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys Member (2012 – 2015)

Wake County Bar Association Member (2011 – 2012)

Experiences working with Missy Foard

Words from clients

“The best law firm HANDS DOWN. Missy went over and beyond to make sure my needs were met. Very knowledgeable staff. I couldn’t ask for better representation. Thank you!”

–  Tremayne Facebook Review

“Missy was my attorney on my case. She was thorough, listened well and got my case handled in an excellent way. My settlement was a good and I would recommend her to anyone wanting a professional attorney that communicates well and handles all the issues.”

–  RoyAvvo Review

“The first attorney I hired wanted me to sign an agreement that I was not comfortable with. I then hired Missy and she filed for a court hearing and started taking their testimony. I was really impressed with her aggressiveness. Thanks to her work, they offered a much better agreement and we got the deal I needed before having to go in front of the judge. I am glad I took a chance on Missy and am thrilled and hope other people use her and have similar success.”

– Rob Avvo Review

“I hired Missy to help me with my ex’s threat to stop paying alimony a year before it was scheduled to end. Missy was amazing. I felt like she was on my side and had my best interests in mind at all times. She was professional, yet firm and aggressive. I had absolute trust that she was working for me and giving me the best advice regarding the situation. I would absolutely recommend Missy to anyone who needs a lawyer for family law issues. On a side note, everyone I was in contact with at SeiferFlatow was wonderful to work with. Quick responses, kept me informed, and very professional.”– AVVO Reviewer