Carolyn Krueger-Andes
Charlotte, NC
Licensed for 10 years
Law Degree
Awards
Primary Practice Area
Child custody
Language
English
About
To read what some of my past clients would say about working with me, visit my blog for testimonials. Family law is a complicated and emotional area of the law, and it’s not one I would encourage people to navigate on their own. My goal as a family law attorney is to help my clients understand the issues at hand, how we can deal with them, and what a judge might realistically do in their case. While I never attempt to take on the role of a counselor or therapist, I do understand that this is a very emotional time, so I try to make the entire process as seamless as possible. I do this by managing my client’s expectations of what the legal future may hold, as well as answering any questions they may have along the way. Specifically, I have found that preparing clients for mediation, hearings, etc., provides them with a great advantage. They have a better idea of what to expect when they walk into that setting. Managing clients’ expectations is about giving them a realistic picture of what will most likely happen with their property, finances, and custodial time. I’ll never paint a picture of perfection, because, as the saying goes, “in family law, there are no winners.” Instead, I want my clients to walk away from their divorce process feeling satisfied, and confident that their lawyer led them in the right direction, always doing what was in the best interests of the family as a whole. I love practicing family law because I love helping people when they need it most. When people walk into my office, it’s usually one of the hardest times of their lives. It is such a pleasure to help them make decisions that -- at the time -- seem extraordinarily difficult, but that they’ll eventually see as the right decisions for their family. It is so gratifying to watch people go from rock-bottom to happier, and healthier, sometimes in just a matter of months. I am also a Certified Family Financial Mediator.* After spending 8+ years as a litigator, I felt that I could use my extensive courtroom experience to help guide people towards settlement outside the courtroom. Since becoming certified in April 2019, I have mediated dozens of cases, and have successfully helped a majority of those people settle. While I still handle many cases in active litigation on a regular basis, I have found that adding mediations to my practice has resulted in helping even more people reach a resolution in their lives. This brings me great joy, and I am very proud to help people in this way.I not only handles divorce and custody matters, but I also helps my clients with alienation of affection cases. My most notable trial resulted in a $1.5 million judgment for alienation of affection while in Raleigh. After returning to Charlotte, I participated as co-counsel in an alienation of affection case, which resulted in a jury verdict of $1.3 million in our client’s favor. Subsequently, I handled another trial for alienation of affection which resulted in a $300,000 jury verdict in my client’s favor. Because of this experience, I am well-versed in the intricacies of the laws surrounding alienation of affection cases and have been selected as a CLE speaker on this topic. The top three questions I answer for my clients are:1. Can I leave the house or will that be deemed to be “abandonment”?2. What is a realistic custody schedule I can expect?3. How much alimony will I get, or pay, and for how long? Each case is different, so during your initial consultation, I try to get all the information I need to you if I can help, and how. What you’ll get if you work with me:When you work with me, you’ll get an advocate who’s caring, but honest, someone who will work hard to keep you out of court if at all possible, and who understands that your case is about you and what’s best for your family. To book a mediation or consultation, please email me.
Practices Areas
Litigation
Child custody
Child support
Divorce and separation
Family
Language
English
Contact
Hamilton Stephens Steele + Martin525 N. Tryon StSte 1400Charlotte, NC, 28202525 N. Tryon StSte 1400Ste 1400Charlotte, NC, 28202
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Lynn came highly recommended by another attorney, and after consulting with her, I immediately understood why. I knew right away she was the right person to represent me and facilitate my separation and divorce. She did an exemplary job and displayed a steady-hand, strong legal expertise and provided valuable insight and guidance. She is sharp, responsive, knowledgeable and gave fantastic advice, which kept me out of harm's way. She is everything you want in an attorney representing you, and hiring her is the best decision I ever made.
Lynn was actually my second divorce attorney after my collaborative divorce fell apart. She was a great negotiator and advocate in a very difficult situation. She always had my back and did a great job at presenting all options and helping me make informed choices. I appreciate that she was always very quick to respond, always willing to listen and everything she did was handled promptly and without mistakes. I don’t know what I would have done without her. I was so lucky to have Lynn as my attorney, and I think any other clients would be as well.
Lynn has been with me since 2014-2018 and continues to do so when I need guidance. In this time period, she's understood my needs/priorities, helped me gain the correct personnel with my case and channeled me into deciding what's right and best for me. All of this done without cheesing out or wasting time. Her level of maturity and understanding is impeccable. I could not have survived without her guidance. Thank you as always, Lynn!
I have been fortunate enough to have a business relationship with the firm through Carolyn. She's full of energy and has the knowledge, skills and professionalism to get the results you need! I look forward to many more years of working with Carolyn! Don't let her small stature fool you....she is a beast in the courtroom and does everything she can for her clients!
Lynn was very attentive to my needs and feelings. Her professionalism and skill easily won me my judgment. Lynn put together an unquestionable defense when a set aside motion was filed.
Ms.Lovejoy has the hands-on background to obtain most effective results combined with highly polished and knowledge of protecting the rights of her clients. I was very pleased with her handling my case because it lowered my stress level and allowed me to stay focused on my daily life resonsibilities. I would most definitely recommend her services without hestitatation.
I hired Carolyn Lovejoy to help with my separation. I immediately liked her! Not only was she professional but she was personable. She guided me with a gentle hand and was honest and up front. I appreciated the way she continually confirmed to me through the process that I mattered as an individual. I would recommend her highly to anyone that needs good, honest and firm representation.
You will not find a more compassionate, caring, and professional attorney. Carolyn Lovejoy not only helped me with legal advice during my separation, she also took the time to understand my emotional needs.
Lynn came highly recommended by another attorney, and after consulting with her, I immediately understood why. I knew right away she was the right person to represent me and facilitate my separation and divorce. She did an exemplary job and displayed a steady-hand, strong legal expertise and provided valuable insight and guidance. She is sharp, responsive, knowledgeable and gave fantastic advice, which kept me out of harm's way. She is everything you want in an attorney representing you, and hiring her is the best decision I ever made.
Lynn was actually my second divorce attorney after my collaborative divorce fell apart. She was a great negotiator and advocate in a very difficult situation. She always had my back and did a great job at presenting all options and helping me make informed choices. I appreciate that she was always very quick to respond, always willing to listen and everything she did was handled promptly and without mistakes. I don’t know what I would have done without her. I was so lucky to have Lynn as my attorney, and I think any other clients would be as well.
Lynn has been with me since 2014-2018 and continues to do so when I need guidance. In this time period, she's understood my needs/priorities, helped me gain the correct personnel with my case and channeled me into deciding what's right and best for me. All of this done without cheesing out or wasting time. Her level of maturity and understanding is impeccable. I could not have survived without her guidance. Thank you as always, Lynn!
I have been fortunate enough to have a business relationship with the firm through Carolyn. She's full of energy and has the knowledge, skills and professionalism to get the results you need! I look forward to many more years of working with Carolyn! Don't let her small stature fool you....she is a beast in the courtroom and does everything she can for her clients!
Lynn was very attentive to my needs and feelings. Her professionalism and skill easily won me my judgment. Lynn put together an unquestionable defense when a set aside motion was filed.
Ms.Lovejoy has the hands-on background to obtain most effective results combined with highly polished and knowledge of protecting the rights of her clients. I was very pleased with her handling my case because it lowered my stress level and allowed me to stay focused on my daily life resonsibilities. I would most definitely recommend her services without hestitatation.
I hired Carolyn Lovejoy to help with my separation. I immediately liked her! Not only was she professional but she was personable. She guided me with a gentle hand and was honest and up front. I appreciated the way she continually confirmed to me through the process that I mattered as an individual. I would recommend her highly to anyone that needs good, honest and firm representation.
You will not find a more compassionate, caring, and professional attorney. Carolyn Lovejoy not only helped me with legal advice during my separation, she also took the time to understand my emotional needs.
Lynn came highly recommended by another attorney, and after consulting with her, I immediately understood why. I knew right away she was the right person to represent me and facilitate my separation and divorce. She did an exemplary job and displayed a steady-hand, strong legal expertise and provided valuable insight and guidance. She is sharp, responsive, knowledgeable and gave fantastic advice, which kept me out of harm's way. She is everything you want in an attorney representing you, and hiring her is the best decision I ever made.
Lynn was actually my second divorce attorney after my collaborative divorce fell apart. She was a great negotiator and advocate in a very difficult situation. She always had my back and did a great job at presenting all options and helping me make informed choices. I appreciate that she was always very quick to respond, always willing to listen and everything she did was handled promptly and without mistakes. I don’t know what I would have done without her. I was so lucky to have Lynn as my attorney, and I think any other clients would be as well.
Lynn has been with me since 2014-2018 and continues to do so when I need guidance. In this time period, she's understood my needs/priorities, helped me gain the correct personnel with my case and channeled me into deciding what's right and best for me. All of this done without cheesing out or wasting time. Her level of maturity and understanding is impeccable. I could not have survived without her guidance. Thank you as always, Lynn!
I have been fortunate enough to have a business relationship with the firm through Carolyn. She's full of energy and has the knowledge, skills and professionalism to get the results you need! I look forward to many more years of working with Carolyn! Don't let her small stature fool you....she is a beast in the courtroom and does everything she can for her clients!
Lynn was very attentive to my needs and feelings. Her professionalism and skill easily won me my judgment. Lynn put together an unquestionable defense when a set aside motion was filed.
Ms.Lovejoy has the hands-on background to obtain most effective results combined with highly polished and knowledge of protecting the rights of her clients. I was very pleased with her handling my case because it lowered my stress level and allowed me to stay focused on my daily life resonsibilities. I would most definitely recommend her services without hestitatation.
I hired Carolyn Lovejoy to help with my separation. I immediately liked her! Not only was she professional but she was personable. She guided me with a gentle hand and was honest and up front. I appreciated the way she continually confirmed to me through the process that I mattered as an individual. I would recommend her highly to anyone that needs good, honest and firm representation.
You will not find a more compassionate, caring, and professional attorney. Carolyn Lovejoy not only helped me with legal advice during my separation, she also took the time to understand my emotional needs.