Atty. Evan Horwitz

Atty. Evan Horwitz

Evan Horwitz was born in Raleigh, North Carolina. He received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University in 1997 and graduated from the Norman A.

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Profile Summary

About Evan Horwitz at a glance

Evan Horwitz is a family law attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Tharrington Smith LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2001). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 2001). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers North Carolina, 2015-2016 (2026). Serands clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Evan Horwitz was born in Raleigh, North Carolina
  • He received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University in 1997 and graduated from the Norman A. Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University in 2001
  • While in law school, Mr. Horwitz was the managing editor of the Campbell Law Review
  • After graduating, Mr. Horwitz served as a law clerk to Justice Robert F. Orr at the North Carolina Supreme Court
  • Prior to joining Tharrington Smith in 2008, Mr. Horwitz spent almost six years as an associate at Manning, Fulton & Skinner, P.A., where he was a member of the firm’s litigation section practicing primarily family law
  • Mr. Horwitz is currently a partner at Tharrington Smith
  • Mr. Horwitz is a Board Certified Specialist in Family Law and his practice is devoted to family law and appeals and he also serves as an Adjunct Professor at Campbell University School of Law teaching Family Law Planning
  • Mr. Horwitz is a member of the Family Law Section of the North Carolina Bar Association and the American Bar Association, and is also a member of the Wake County Bar Association
  • He currently serves on the Family Law Specialization Committee of the North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
  • Mr. Horwitz is an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated Lawyer, has been selected to Super Lawyers North Carolina, Best Lawyers in America Family Law Section, and Business North Carolina Magazine’s Legal Elite Family Law Section
  • Mr. Horwitz is a frequent speaker at law schools and continuing legal education programs
  • Mr. Horwitz is married to Debbie Horwitz and they have two children

Practice Areas Explained

Evan Horwitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Evan Horwitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Evan Horwitz

Where is Evan Horwitz's law office located?
Evan Horwitz's law practice is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. The firm is Tharrington Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Evan Horwitz handle?
Evan Horwitz focuses on family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Evan Horwitz practiced law?
Evan Horwitz has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Evan Horwitz go to law school?
Evan Horwitz earned their education at (J.D., 2001).
How can I contact Evan Horwitz for a consultation?
You can contact Evan Horwitz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Evan Horwitz received?
Evan Horwitz's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers North Carolina, 2015-2016; Best Lawyers in America — Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine's Legal Elite, 2016; Best Lawyers in America — Best Lawyer, Family Law Section of Best Lawyers in America, since 2016.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 2001

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers North Carolina, 2015-2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Elite, Business North Carolina Magazine's Legal Elite, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Best Lawyer, Family Law Section of Best Lawyers in America, since 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Board Certified Specialist in Family Law, North Carolina Board of Legal Specialization, 2012
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Rated Lawyer, Martindale Hubbell, 2013
- 2026

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2001

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