Welcome to the Family Law Section
Dear Members of the NCBA Family Law Section,
Welcome to a new bar year! It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your chair for the upcoming term. I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by those who came before me and to working alongside all of you as we continue to support excellence in family law practice across our state.
This year, I’m excited to introduce a new initiative: regularly scheduled “lunch & learns” focused on a range of family law topics. These informal, informative sessions will offer opportunities for continuing education, discussion, and community building among our members. I hope these gatherings will become a valuable and accessible resource for all of us, no matter where we are in our practice or our careers.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the many dedicated members who continue to lead our committees and serve on our Council. Your time, insight, and passion are what keep our section vibrant and responsive to the evolving needs of our profession. I would also like to extend deep appreciation to our staff leadership, whose tireless support and behind-the-scenes work make everything we do possible.
2025-2026 Council Meeting Dates:
September 11 – Winston-Salem – 4 p.m.
January 29 – Wrightsville Beach (Intensive) – 4 p.m.
March 12 – Charlotte – 3 p.m.
April 30 – Asheville (Annual Meeting) – 4 p.m.
If you have any suggestions for the upcoming year, please feel free to let me know. I’m happy to discuss any ideas or concerns you have for our section.
Here’s to a productive and engaging year ahead!
Warm regards,
Larissa Mañón Mervin
Mervin serves as the 2025-2026 Chair of the NCBA Family Law Section.