team-member

Theresa Viera

Charlotte, NC

Licensed for 9 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English Spanish Arabic

About

To say I have an intimate knowledge of the North Carolina family court system, unfortunately, is a statement that I share with a sorrowful heart. My childhood was ridden with the yelling, crying, and physical abuse inflicted upon my mother, my older brother, and I from an abusive father. Growing up in an environment of domestic violence skewed my perception of reality and right from wrong. As a child amidst chaos, I was use to the violence. I honestly thought mental and emotional abuse, physical violence, and financial threats was normal in a home and marriage. It was not until around the age of nine that something clicked in me. I remember the evening as if it happened yesterday. Yet another fight broke out in the living room, while I watched TV in my pink-filled bedroom. Once again, my father did not like something my mother did. She had “pushed his buttons”. This time my brother attempted to deescalate the situation, and he was hit by my father. As my mother guided my brother to the bathroom with blood running from his nose, I hopped off my bed and squirmed between them to sit on the toilet seat of the bathroom. My brother’s anger and my mother’s despair apparent, I sat and observed. I didn’t shed a tear, but I wanted to be there for my brother…he was my best friend (even if he called me “tiny terror” and claimed I was his annoying younger sister). As I watched the water being poured on his face to ensure my mother could clearly see if there was an injury, something clicked in my head. All of a sudden it occurred to me, “this isn’t right”. I learned in that instance right from wrong, and that what my father had done was wrong. I didn’t know how or when things would change, but I knew then and there that my family had to get out of this dreadful situation.Fast forward to the age of eleven, my father once again rose his hand to my mother. The fateful scream of my mother was heard two stories above while I sat in my room. I rushed down to her aid to find my father standing over her with a cast-iron beer mug. I confronted my father with the wrong he had inflicted upon my mother, and he responded by dragging me up a few flights of stairs and throwing me into a wall. I mean I should have expected it, he was three times the size of me. Regardless, I got up and went right back into the room to my mother. As I picked her up and guided her upstairs to a sink, I turned to the phone to call the police. As was her line in the past, “stop, if you do that he will be out of jail in a day and come after us…he will cut off all the money…we will be homeless.” Abiding by my mother’s wishes and concern, I proceeded to take mother to bed, take pictures of her wounds (as my Godmother told us to do during these violent incidents), and ensure that my mother never fell asleep. Our worry…if my mother fell asleep with the gaping head wound still bleeding then she may never wake up. It was literally the longest night of my life. Somehow we got through. From that day on though, things were different. The following summer, when he raised his voice again, I made the decision: I was going to leave with or without my mother. I know my mother had tried to leave before. But her priest told her to work on things, the police said they cannot do much, and our family members and friends “did not want to be involved”. Call me a rebellious child, but I didn’t care anymore. I would rather be homeless than live amidst the abuse of my father, regardless of the three-story house, fancy sports car, and money that made the neighbors enviable. My mother, who always tried to put her children first, finally decided to face the fire. At the very next incident, my mother and I escaped to a neighbor’s house, the police were called, and my father was put in jail for the night.  The very next day, my mother developed the courage to file for a domestic violence protective order. With no funds, because my father had cut them off at this point as predicted, my mother found her attorney by calling any family law attorney in the Wake County area by using a physical phone book and heard for the voice of the attorney. Finally, when she heard a strong voice that instilled a sense of trust and understanding, my mother found Helen, her family law attorney. You think I’m kidding? I’m not. My mother found her attorney listening to her voice on the answering machine. Everything happens for a reason though. In the following five years, my mother and I were in and out of court to address everything that came about. I testified before the Judge at the age of twelve to bring light to the abuse in the home. And still to this day, my father is past due on his child support obligation. Therefore, when people ask how much experience do I have in the family courts, I can’t help but think, “oh, if you only knew”.            Now why with this history ridden with despair would I think I should become more involved by becoming a family law attorney myself? My reply is because I don’t think any child should go through what I went through. The court system should not be designed in a way to further victimize or encourage violence due to apathy based on technicalities. There is the law and there is life. Instead of ignoring my pains in the past, I want to use the knowledge gained to help others and create a ripple of change in the court system. I don’t care if you are a mother or a father, if you put your kids first then I am the attorney for you. I only wish I had as good a father as some of my clients are. And to confirm my ambition to become an attorney was my mom’s attorney Helen. Without her, my mother may still be in that abusive relationship. She was an inspiration to me, and now it is time to pay it forward.            When I left the Judge’s chambers at the age of twelve, I knew I could get use to this. I can honestly say, I spent a part of my childhood in a courtroom; therefore today, the courtroom does not scare me one bit. After graduating from Cary High School, I went to the George Washington University in Washington, DC. There I took a number of classes in psychology and conflict resolution, only to find that my passion was in international relations. Upon graduation from the university, I finally was able to pursue my ultimate goal: obtaining a law degree. I attended the University of North Carolina School of Law in Chapel Hill. Not only did this fulfill my dream of supporting my favorite college basketball team as a loyal student, but I also was able to hone my skills as an orator, writer, and legal thinker.            As a family law attorney, I help my clients navigate the legal system when their family relations and the law collide. Based on your specific story, I figure out how the law applies. Although many cases can be resolved outside of the courts with the skillful use of mediation, collaborative law, or negotiations, some cases will end up before the Judge. I am here to ensure your rights are protected both outside and inside the courtroom. And if I am able, I hope to be an inspiration to you and your family as my mother’s attorney was to me. 

Practices Areas

Child custody

Child support

Divorce and separation

Family

Domestic Violence

Language

English Spanish Arabic

Contact

Theresa E Viera6715 Fairview RoadSuite 110Charlotte, NC, 282106715 Fairview RoadSuite 110Suite 110Charlotte, NC, 28210

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Renee
December 6, 2021

Almost 2 years ago today I made the very difficult decision to end my 2 decades of marriage after my "I do" became an "I don't". The associated legal process of separation and divorce in North Carolina is complex; however consulting with and ultimately hiring Theresa E. Viera was a life-saving move on my part. Theresa is a great teacher and explains each part of the process in a manner that allows you to make the best decisions possible during a highly emotional time. She is well respected in the community and the courthouse and runs a firm full of legal experts who are life-saving. I ended my process successfully and could not have done so without Theresa and her team guiding me, checking in on me, and ushering me into the next phase of my life. Although divorce is a sad situation, she led me to a place of celebration. I really could not have asked for a better situation.

James
February 25, 2021

I was very lucky to find Ms Viera and her team. They were a pleasure to deal with, provided excellent and timely information and communication, and assisted me in every step of the process. They assisted me through a couple of bumps in the road perfectly and even in a time where it is very difficult to make a personal connection I felt their empathy, and that was greatly appreciated. Clear and concise through the whole process, made it easy to trust them to get the resolution requested.

anonymous
December 11, 2020

I am a resident of another state and Theresa Viera represented me in a case in North Carolina. I was unfamiliar with various antiquated laws in N.C. I initially hired a different attorney/firm and that experience was awful. I was quite scared about what could happen with my case and I luckily found new representation in Theresa. What a difference maker. She was well-versed on the specific laws and right away made me feel less stressed. She was compassionate, thorough, attentive, and took her time to make sure I understood every nuance of the case, as well as my options. I could not have asked a better attorney to act on my behalf. Theresa guided me through the process with professionalism and kindness, and helped me reach a reasonable resolution. She took away a lot of my anxiety about the unknown and was a terrific advocate for me. I wish I would have located her sooner and hired her from the beginning. I highly recommend Theresa!

David
December 2, 2020

Theresa and Carrie helped me through a multi-year very contentious divorce and I would highly recommend their service. Theresa is very familiar with the legal system and thoughtful in providing guidance on how to achieve the best outcome. In the courtroom she’s well prepared, knows how the system works, and garners the respect of others – everything you need from someone advocating on your behalf. Carrie does a masterful job in keeping the process moving and ensuring your case is well prepared. As a team they work great together and you’ll be well represented.

Jackie
June 10, 2020

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!

anonymous
June 9, 2020

Attorney Viera was the strong, no-nonsense advocate I needed in my divorce case and custody case. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a true advocate.

Tanya
March 23, 2020

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.

anonymous
February 20, 2020

Theresa did a great job and was excellent at quickly communicating. Would highly recommend.

H Lien Bragg
November 7, 2018

Theresa Viera and her dynamic legal team combined sheer intellect + integrity tackling every detail of my legal case. Theresa's legal counsel was clear and direct while her team serviced my legal matter in a highly respectful and responsive manner. Theresa + her legal team proactively briefed me throughout the legal process and I was never left questioning the status of my case or the legal options I had to ensure a successful outcome. The depth and breadth of Theresa's mastery of the law offered enormous comfort in the midst of conflict. The knowledge that I was legally and I financially protected by Theresa + her team's expeditious, expert legal counsel gave me the unexpected gift of peace of mind during a difficult time. Thank you Theresa, Ana + Carrie. You can be sure I'll keep each of you + Sodoma Law in my arsenal of strength should I need it again.

Lexia
May 3, 2018

I cannot thank Sodoma Law and Most of all Ms Theresa Viera enough for taking care of me! Before finding Ms Theresa I had an attorney in Mooresville NC for 2 years to represent me through a divorce and a pending settlement that started in July 2015. This attorney got nothing done for me... I Hired Ms Theresa in July 2017 and she had everything finalized in December 2017. Ms Theresa responds quickly to any questions and concerns. She will fight for you and get things done in a timely matter. She gets the job done and doesn’t try to drag things out. Very Professional and will recommend Sodoma Law to anyone! They are worth every penny! God bless them!

Renee
December 6, 2021

Almost 2 years ago today I made the very difficult decision to end my 2 decades of marriage after my "I do" became an "I don't". The associated legal process of separation and divorce in North Carolina is complex; however consulting with and ultimately hiring Theresa E. Viera was a life-saving move on my part. Theresa is a great teacher and explains each part of the process in a manner that allows you to make the best decisions possible during a highly emotional time. She is well respected in the community and the courthouse and runs a firm full of legal experts who are life-saving. I ended my process successfully and could not have done so without Theresa and her team guiding me, checking in on me, and ushering me into the next phase of my life. Although divorce is a sad situation, she led me to a place of celebration. I really could not have asked for a better situation.

James
February 25, 2021

I was very lucky to find Ms Viera and her team. They were a pleasure to deal with, provided excellent and timely information and communication, and assisted me in every step of the process. They assisted me through a couple of bumps in the road perfectly and even in a time where it is very difficult to make a personal connection I felt their empathy, and that was greatly appreciated. Clear and concise through the whole process, made it easy to trust them to get the resolution requested.

anonymous
December 11, 2020

I am a resident of another state and Theresa Viera represented me in a case in North Carolina. I was unfamiliar with various antiquated laws in N.C. I initially hired a different attorney/firm and that experience was awful. I was quite scared about what could happen with my case and I luckily found new representation in Theresa. What a difference maker. She was well-versed on the specific laws and right away made me feel less stressed. She was compassionate, thorough, attentive, and took her time to make sure I understood every nuance of the case, as well as my options. I could not have asked a better attorney to act on my behalf. Theresa guided me through the process with professionalism and kindness, and helped me reach a reasonable resolution. She took away a lot of my anxiety about the unknown and was a terrific advocate for me. I wish I would have located her sooner and hired her from the beginning. I highly recommend Theresa!

David
December 2, 2020

Theresa and Carrie helped me through a multi-year very contentious divorce and I would highly recommend their service. Theresa is very familiar with the legal system and thoughtful in providing guidance on how to achieve the best outcome. In the courtroom she’s well prepared, knows how the system works, and garners the respect of others – everything you need from someone advocating on your behalf. Carrie does a masterful job in keeping the process moving and ensuring your case is well prepared. As a team they work great together and you’ll be well represented.

Jackie
June 10, 2020

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!

anonymous
June 9, 2020

Attorney Viera was the strong, no-nonsense advocate I needed in my divorce case and custody case. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a true advocate.

Tanya
March 23, 2020

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.

anonymous
February 20, 2020

Theresa did a great job and was excellent at quickly communicating. Would highly recommend.

H Lien Bragg
November 7, 2018

Theresa Viera and her dynamic legal team combined sheer intellect + integrity tackling every detail of my legal case. Theresa's legal counsel was clear and direct while her team serviced my legal matter in a highly respectful and responsive manner. Theresa + her legal team proactively briefed me throughout the legal process and I was never left questioning the status of my case or the legal options I had to ensure a successful outcome. The depth and breadth of Theresa's mastery of the law offered enormous comfort in the midst of conflict. The knowledge that I was legally and I financially protected by Theresa + her team's expeditious, expert legal counsel gave me the unexpected gift of peace of mind during a difficult time. Thank you Theresa, Ana + Carrie. You can be sure I'll keep each of you + Sodoma Law in my arsenal of strength should I need it again.

Lexia
May 3, 2018

I cannot thank Sodoma Law and Most of all Ms Theresa Viera enough for taking care of me! Before finding Ms Theresa I had an attorney in Mooresville NC for 2 years to represent me through a divorce and a pending settlement that started in July 2015. This attorney got nothing done for me... I Hired Ms Theresa in July 2017 and she had everything finalized in December 2017. Ms Theresa responds quickly to any questions and concerns. She will fight for you and get things done in a timely matter. She gets the job done and doesn’t try to drag things out. Very Professional and will recommend Sodoma Law to anyone! They are worth every penny! God bless them!

Renee
December 6, 2021

Almost 2 years ago today I made the very difficult decision to end my 2 decades of marriage after my "I do" became an "I don't". The associated legal process of separation and divorce in North Carolina is complex; however consulting with and ultimately hiring Theresa E. Viera was a life-saving move on my part. Theresa is a great teacher and explains each part of the process in a manner that allows you to make the best decisions possible during a highly emotional time. She is well respected in the community and the courthouse and runs a firm full of legal experts who are life-saving. I ended my process successfully and could not have done so without Theresa and her team guiding me, checking in on me, and ushering me into the next phase of my life. Although divorce is a sad situation, she led me to a place of celebration. I really could not have asked for a better situation.

James
February 25, 2021

I was very lucky to find Ms Viera and her team. They were a pleasure to deal with, provided excellent and timely information and communication, and assisted me in every step of the process. They assisted me through a couple of bumps in the road perfectly and even in a time where it is very difficult to make a personal connection I felt their empathy, and that was greatly appreciated. Clear and concise through the whole process, made it easy to trust them to get the resolution requested.

anonymous
December 11, 2020

I am a resident of another state and Theresa Viera represented me in a case in North Carolina. I was unfamiliar with various antiquated laws in N.C. I initially hired a different attorney/firm and that experience was awful. I was quite scared about what could happen with my case and I luckily found new representation in Theresa. What a difference maker. She was well-versed on the specific laws and right away made me feel less stressed. She was compassionate, thorough, attentive, and took her time to make sure I understood every nuance of the case, as well as my options. I could not have asked a better attorney to act on my behalf. Theresa guided me through the process with professionalism and kindness, and helped me reach a reasonable resolution. She took away a lot of my anxiety about the unknown and was a terrific advocate for me. I wish I would have located her sooner and hired her from the beginning. I highly recommend Theresa!

David
December 2, 2020

Theresa and Carrie helped me through a multi-year very contentious divorce and I would highly recommend their service. Theresa is very familiar with the legal system and thoughtful in providing guidance on how to achieve the best outcome. In the courtroom she’s well prepared, knows how the system works, and garners the respect of others – everything you need from someone advocating on your behalf. Carrie does a masterful job in keeping the process moving and ensuring your case is well prepared. As a team they work great together and you’ll be well represented.

Jackie
June 10, 2020

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!

anonymous
June 9, 2020

Attorney Viera was the strong, no-nonsense advocate I needed in my divorce case and custody case. I would recommend her to anyone who needs a true advocate.

Tanya
March 23, 2020

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.

anonymous
February 20, 2020

Theresa did a great job and was excellent at quickly communicating. Would highly recommend.

H Lien Bragg
November 7, 2018

Theresa Viera and her dynamic legal team combined sheer intellect + integrity tackling every detail of my legal case. Theresa's legal counsel was clear and direct while her team serviced my legal matter in a highly respectful and responsive manner. Theresa + her legal team proactively briefed me throughout the legal process and I was never left questioning the status of my case or the legal options I had to ensure a successful outcome. The depth and breadth of Theresa's mastery of the law offered enormous comfort in the midst of conflict. The knowledge that I was legally and I financially protected by Theresa + her team's expeditious, expert legal counsel gave me the unexpected gift of peace of mind during a difficult time. Thank you Theresa, Ana + Carrie. You can be sure I'll keep each of you + Sodoma Law in my arsenal of strength should I need it again.

Lexia
May 3, 2018

I cannot thank Sodoma Law and Most of all Ms Theresa Viera enough for taking care of me! Before finding Ms Theresa I had an attorney in Mooresville NC for 2 years to represent me through a divorce and a pending settlement that started in July 2015. This attorney got nothing done for me... I Hired Ms Theresa in July 2017 and she had everything finalized in December 2017. Ms Theresa responds quickly to any questions and concerns. She will fight for you and get things done in a timely matter. She gets the job done and doesn’t try to drag things out. Very Professional and will recommend Sodoma Law to anyone! They are worth every penny! God bless them!